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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

T55 BDBMOT history

T55 BDB is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 117,980 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
117,980 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,562 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 BDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 BDB was last recorded at 117,980 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 166 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,814 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
166 miles
Average per year
4,562 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,980 miles
  • 2025 – 117,814 miles
  • 2024 – 117,660 miles
  • 2023 – 117,504 miles
  • 2022 – 117,250 miles
  • 2021 – 116,026 miles
  • 2020 – 114,901 miles
  • 2019 – 112,714 miles
  • 2018 – 109,457 miles
  • 2017 – 108,072 miles
  • 2016 – 107,724 miles
  • 2015 – 106,406 miles
  • 2014 – 104,879 miles
  • 2013 – 81,664 miles
  • 2012 – 76,805 miles
  • 2011 – 64,249 miles
  • 2010 – 57,318 miles
  • 2008 – 32,729 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,980 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,980 miles (+166)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    117,980 miles
    Test number
    779885023133
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass117,814 miles (+154)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    117,814 miles
    Test number
    219351398896
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass117,660 miles (+156)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    117,660 miles
    Test number
    518512790213
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass117,504 miles (+254)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    117,504 miles
    Test number
    954986153392
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass117,250 miles (+1,224)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    117,250 miles
    Test number
    767935278794
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass116,026 miles (+1,125)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    116,026 miles
    Test number
    419004162681
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass114,901 miles (+2,187)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    114,901 miles
    Test number
    194004323679
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass112,714 miles (+3,257)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    112,714 miles
    Test number
    162325961270
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass109,457 miles (+1,385)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    109,457 miles
    Test number
    563356173799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass108,072 miles (+348)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    108,072 miles
    Test number
    229728184962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass107,724 miles (+1,318)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    107,724 miles
    Test number
    407348213673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass106,406 miles (+1,527)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    106,406 miles
    Test number
    708393255141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail104,879 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,879 miles
    Test number
    378258244133
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteN/s/f ball joint has slight play
    • NoteN/s/r lamp unit damaged

  14. Pass104,879 miles (+23,215)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    104,879 miles
    Test number
    738138044129
    • NoteN/s/f ball joint has slight play
    • NoteN/s/r lamp unit damaged

  15. Pass81,664 miles (+4,859)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    81,664 miles
    Test number
    227697253429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass76,805 miles (+12,556)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    76,805 miles
    Test number
    627149972106
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteBattery insecure

  17. Pass64,249 miles (+6,931)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    64,249 miles
    Test number
    527627551143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,318 miles (+24,589)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    57,318 miles
    Test number
    382445850184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    32,729 miles
    Test number
    630776138030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail32,729 miles4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,729 miles
    Test number
    144965838468
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T55 BDB

Does T55 BDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 BDB is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 BDB?
The MOT on T55 BDB is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 BDB done?
T55 BDB was recorded at 117,980 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 4,562 miles a year.
Has T55 BDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 BDB has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2014.
Has the mileage on T55 BDB ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T55 BDB find?
T55 BDB passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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