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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

T55 BTFMOT history

T55 BTF is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 148,543 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
148,543 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,047 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 BTF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 BTF was last recorded at 148,543 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 6,096 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,447 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,096 miles
Average per year
9,047 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,543 miles
  • 2025 – 142,447 miles
  • 2024 – 135,205 miles
  • 2023 – 132,428 miles
  • 2022 – 130,654 miles
  • 2021 – 125,693 miles
  • 2020 – 122,833 miles
  • 2019 – 116,133 miles
  • 2018 – 107,716 miles
  • 2017 – 100,079 miles
  • 2016 – 76,386 miles
  • 2015 – 48,795 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,543 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust deterioratingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,543 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    148,543 miles
    Test number
    698194297971
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail148,543 miles (+6,096)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,543 miles
    Test number
    949256009552
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass142,447 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    142,447 miles
    Test number
    830937653312
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust deteriorating

  4. Fail142,426 miles (+7,221)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,426 miles
    Test number
    893909946375
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking n/s steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust system centre & rear backbox corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass135,205 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    135,205 miles
    Test number
    998862298104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Fail135,205 miles (+2,777)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,205 miles
    Test number
    132488943411
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass132,428 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    132,428 miles
    Test number
    533636828710
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  8. Fail132,428 miles (+1,774)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,428 miles
    Test number
    925362413294
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  9. Pass130,654 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    130,654 miles
    Test number
    289974145582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail130,633 miles (+4,940)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,633 miles
    Test number
    415280829449
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner rack knuckle excessive play (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

  11. Pass125,693 miles (+2,860)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    125,693 miles
    Test number
    727252990421
    • AdvisoryBoth silencers heavily corroded outer skins

  12. Pass122,833 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    122,833 miles
    Test number
    251059956756
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside wear in steering arm inner joint
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust deteriorated

  13. Fail122,833 miles (+6,700)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,833 miles
    Test number
    608075911382
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside wear in steering arm inner joint
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust deteriorated

  14. Pass116,133 miles (+8,417)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    116,133 miles
    Test number
    649148477877
    • AdvisoryNearside steering rack inner joint has slight play.
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated

  15. Pass107,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    107,716 miles
    Test number
    303620431978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail107,716 miles (+7,637)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,716 miles
    Test number
    360053117493
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  17. Pass100,079 miles (+23,693)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    100,079 miles
    Test number
    713766419853
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass76,386 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    76,386 miles
    Test number
    343582228135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Fail76,386 miles (+27,591)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,386 miles
    Test number
    137107083163
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass48,795 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    48,795 miles
    Test number
    698078605252
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T55 BTF

Does T55 BTF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 BTF is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 BTF?
The MOT on T55 BTF is valid until 27 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 BTF done?
T55 BTF was recorded at 148,543 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 9,047 miles a year.
Has T55 BTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 BTF has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T55 BTF 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 BTF find?
T55 BTF passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: centre and rear exhaust deteriorating; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 1 more.

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