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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

T55 CAKMOT history

T55 CAK is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 9 Aug 2006. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 178,371 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
178,371 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,759 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 CAK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
9 Aug 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 CAK was last recorded at 178,371 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,369 miles · 30 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,759 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 178,371 miles
  • 2025 – 177,580 miles
  • 2023 – 176,819 miles
  • 2022 – 173,906 miles
  • 2021 – 168,126 miles
  • 2020 – 164,352 miles
  • 2019 – 160,403 miles
  • 2018 – 155,220 miles
  • 2017 – 151,972 miles
  • 2016 – 146,316 miles
  • 2015 – 139,199 miles
  • 2014 – 131,587 miles
  • 2013 – 124,143 miles
  • 2012 – 116,526 miles
  • 2011 – 109,587 miles
  • 2010 – 104,376 miles
  • 2009 – 97,836 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,371 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective n/s and o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUnderside rustyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 7 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,371 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    178,371 miles
    Test number
    591974867336
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective n/s and o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside rusty

  2. Fail178,369 miles (+789)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,369 miles
    Test number
    934237519214
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid n/s and o/s (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective n/s and o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside rusty

  3. Pass177,580 miles (+761)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    177,580 miles
    Test number
    105639012577
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass176,819 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    176,819 miles
    Test number
    900277213096
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail176,814 miles (+2,908)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,814 miles
    Test number
    952399879735
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass173,906 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    173,906 miles
    Test number
    972752027423
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail173,903 miles (+5,777)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,903 miles
    Test number
    283982125442
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass168,126 miles (+72)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    168,126 miles
    Test number
    872574241741
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail168,054 miles (+3,702)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,054 miles
    Test number
    414640674408
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass164,352 miles (+3,949)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    164,352 miles
    Test number
    785897914293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass160,403 miles (+5,183)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    160,403 miles
    Test number
    307493347479
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads getting low

  12. Pass155,220 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    155,220 miles
    Test number
    606459350958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail155,216 miles (+3,244)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,216 miles
    Test number
    269486257782
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear in correct size rim

  14. Pass151,972 miles (+5,656)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    151,972 miles
    Test number
    834160996020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass146,316 miles (+7,117)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    146,316 miles
    Test number
    400160584929
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f rear wishbone bushes have slight play
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f track rod ends have slight play

  16. Pass139,199 miles (+7,612)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    139,199 miles
    Test number
    369102495104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass131,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    131,587 miles
    Test number
    499163494195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail131,587 miles (+7,444)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,587 miles
    Test number
    955793894164
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  19. Fail124,143 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,143 miles
    Test number
    128414893138
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre getting low 3mm

  20. Pass124,143 miles (+7,617)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    124,143 miles
    Test number
    508004393163
    • NoteN/s/f tyre getting low 3mm

  21. Pass116,526 miles (+6,939)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    116,526 miles
    Test number
    376803302437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  22. Pass109,587 miles (+5,211)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    109,587 miles
    Test number
    556987291183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass104,376 miles (+6,540)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    104,376 miles
    Test number
    662085900253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass97,836 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    97,836 miles
    Test number
    172949219220
    • NoteOil level low
    • NoteSome test items not visible

Questions about T55 CAK

Does T55 CAK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 CAK is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 CAK?
The MOT on T55 CAK is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 CAK done?
T55 CAK was recorded at 178,371 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 4,759 miles a year.
Has T55 CAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 CAK has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T55 CAK 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 CAK find?
T55 CAK passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective n/s and o/s; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 3 more.

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