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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

T55 BRJMOT history

T55 BRJ is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 8 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 195,128 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
195,128 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,181 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 BRJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
8 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 BRJ was last recorded at 195,128 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 2,303 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,825 miles · 20 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,303 miles
Average per year
7,181 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 195,128 miles
  • 2025 – 192,825 miles
  • 2024 – 188,964 miles
  • 2022 – 185,068 miles
  • 2021 – 178,579 miles
  • 2020 – 177,507 miles
  • 2019 – 171,012 miles
  • 2018 – 158,504 miles
  • 2017 – 149,993 miles
  • 2016 – 140,294 miles
  • 2015 – 130,078 miles
  • 2014 – 127,501 miles
  • 2013 – 123,113 miles
  • 2011 – 113,964 miles
  • 2009 – 93,139 miles
  • 2008 – 75,477 miles
  • 2007 – 59,764 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,128 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,128 miles (+2,303)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    195,128 miles
    Test number
    499700333660
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass192,825 miles (+3,861)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    192,825 miles
    Test number
    725866310820
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass188,964 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    188,964 miles
    Test number
    692122345723
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront rear plastic covers fitted both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail188,964 miles (+3,896)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,964 miles
    Test number
    946103142161
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront rear plastic covers fitted both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass185,068 miles (+51)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    185,068 miles
    Test number
    111533550044
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides in wheel arch, by top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides, surface corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides, surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has some surface corrosion in places

  6. Fail185,017 miles (+6,438)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,017 miles
    Test number
    948508826464
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass178,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    178,579 miles
    Test number
    905367957139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail178,579 miles (+1,072)2 dangerous12 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,579 miles
    Test number
    880368043491
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Loading door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed (6.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake linkage excessively corroded hand brake cables in poor condition (1.1.15 (b))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Entrance/exit door defective in operation sliding door (9.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose excessively damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour side light incorrect colour (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour side light blue (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass177,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    177,507 miles
    Test number
    929041533688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail177,507 miles (+6,495)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,507 miles
    Test number
    605456598330
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn d-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering arm deformed (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn d-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass171,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    171,012 miles
    Test number
    135081085740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail171,012 miles (+12,508)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,012 miles
    Test number
    212621144830
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass158,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    158,504 miles
    Test number
    939962523138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail158,504 miles (+8,511)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,504 miles
    Test number
    272464975615
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass149,993 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    149,993 miles
    Test number
    101745108391
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail149,993 miles (+9,699)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,993 miles
    Test number
    625161472156
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass140,294 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    140,294 miles
    Test number
    106907822441
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Fail140,294 miles (+10,216)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,294 miles
    Test number
    929323288888
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass130,078 miles (+2,577)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    130,078 miles
    Test number
    197352385025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass127,501 miles (+4,388)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    127,501 miles
    Test number
    855267764064
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass123,113 miles (+9,149)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    123,113 miles
    Test number
    169684753438
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass113,964 miles (+7,086)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    113,964 miles
    Test number
    418356541342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass106,878 miles (+13,739)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    106,878 miles
    Test number
    528424301067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass93,139 miles (+17,662)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    93,139 miles
    Test number
    530300939352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass75,477 miles (+15,713)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    75,477 miles
    Test number
    633480288277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass59,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    59,764 miles
    Test number
    512550577278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T55 BRJ

Does T55 BRJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 BRJ is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 BRJ?
The MOT on T55 BRJ is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 BRJ done?
T55 BRJ was recorded at 195,128 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 7,181 miles a year.
Has T55 BRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 BRJ has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T55 BRJ 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 BRJ find?
T55 BRJ passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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