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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

T55 BNYMOT history

T55 BNY is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 18 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 144,533 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
144,533 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,586 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 BNY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 BNY was last recorded at 144,533 miles on 19 Dec 2025, 3,171 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,362 miles · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,171 miles
Average per year
7,586 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,533 miles
  • 2024 – 141,159 miles
  • 2022 – 140,192 miles
  • 2020 – 113,985 miles
  • 2019 – 102,173 miles
  • 2017 – 86,860 miles
  • 2015 – 66,836 miles
  • 2014 – 54,040 miles
  • 2013 – 36,580 miles
  • 2012 – 31,930 miles
  • 2011 – 28,992 miles
  • 2010 – 24,338 miles
  • 2009 – 18,731 miles
  • 2008 – 11,069 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,533 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Standard fitment seat belt missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,533 miles (+3,171)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    144,533 miles
    Test number
    288499805348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass141,362 miles (+203)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    141,362 miles
    Test number
    392737945384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass141,159 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    141,159 miles
    Test number
    670692441588
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Standard fitment seat belt missing
  4. Fail141,159 miles (+967)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,159 miles
    Test number
    618281698197
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Standard fitment seat belt missing
  5. Pass140,192 miles (+1)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    140,192 miles
    Test number
    497449778252
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  6. Fail140,191 miles (+1,288)8 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,191 miles
    Test number
    866638471977
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower seal sharp edges
  7. Fail138,903 miles (+24,918)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,903 miles
    Test number
    483589485350
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass113,985 miles (+11,812)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    113,985 miles
    Test number
    836380323110
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryAmber brake warning light on
    • AdvisoryFront and rear bumpers loose and damaged
  9. Pass102,173 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    102,173 miles
    Test number
    945477081652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail102,171 miles (+15,311)8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,171 miles
    Test number
    142788438373
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Foremost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass86,860 miles (+20,024)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    86,860 miles
    Test number
    250973304490
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from second flexi to front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass66,836 miles (+12,796)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    66,836 miles
    Test number
    601054592932
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has heavy wear to inner tread area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has heavy wear to inner tread area
  13. Pass54,040 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    54,040 miles
    Test number
    455734904337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  14. Fail54,038 miles (+17,458)1 dangerous6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,038 miles
    Test number
    737513104353
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  15. Pass36,580 miles (+4,650)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    36,580 miles
    Test number
    486311293120
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  16. Pass31,930 miles (+2,938)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    31,930 miles
    Test number
    287961952159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,992 miles (+4,654)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    28,992 miles
    Test number
    406583951160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,338 miles (+5,607)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    24,338 miles
    Test number
    684419240116
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
  19. Pass18,731 miles (+7,662)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    18,731 miles
    Test number
    451737229134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass11,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    11,069 miles
    Test number
    891557638136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T55 BNY

Does T55 BNY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 BNY is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 BNY?
The MOT on T55 BNY is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 BNY done?
T55 BNY was recorded at 144,533 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2025, an average of 7,586 miles a year.
Has T55 BNY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 BNY has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T55 BNY 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 BNY find?
T55 BNY passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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