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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

T55 CBLMOT history

T55 CBL is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 16 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 137,656 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jan 2027
Mileage
137,656 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,801 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 CBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
16 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 CBL was last recorded at 137,656 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 41 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,615 miles · 5 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
41 miles
Average per year
4,801 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,656 miles
  • 2025 – 131,283 miles
  • 2023 – 122,119 miles
  • 2022 – 113,251 miles
  • 2020 – 98,461 miles
  • 2019 – 89,950 miles
  • 2018 – 87,125 miles
  • 2017 – 84,988 miles
  • 2016 – 82,989 miles
  • 2015 – 78,893 miles
  • 2013 – 75,616 miles
  • 2012 – 68,360 miles
  • 2011 – 67,617 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,656 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

19 tests since 8 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,656 miles (+41)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    137,656 miles
    Test number
    635783253370
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail137,615 miles (+6,332)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,615 miles
    Test number
    129604515063
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass131,283 miles (+9,164)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    131,283 miles
    Test number
    468904195114
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass122,119 miles (+8,868)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    122,119 miles
    Test number
    778297075077
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass113,251 miles (+7,005)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    113,251 miles
    Test number
    216907103395
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass106,246 miles (+7,785)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    106,246 miles
    Test number
    246491563477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass98,461 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    98,461 miles
    Test number
    635496012129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail98,457 miles (+8,507)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,457 miles
    Test number
    228173151967
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions inside/outside (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass89,950 miles (+2,825)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    89,950 miles
    Test number
    479407864898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass87,125 miles (+2,137)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    87,125 miles
    Test number
    348954103890
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass84,988 miles (+1,999)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    84,988 miles
    Test number
    313331717137
    • AdvisoryFront registation plate slight damage
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
  12. Pass82,989 miles (+4,096)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    82,989 miles
    Test number
    663626931790
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass78,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    78,893 miles
    Test number
    687396445138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail78,893 miles (+3,277)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,893 miles
    Test number
    947916445177
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
  15. Pass75,616 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    75,616 miles
    Test number
    445733573212
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  16. Fail75,577 miles (+7,217)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,577 miles
    Test number
    306373773209
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass68,360 miles (+743)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    68,360 miles
    Test number
    298554562192
    • AdvisoryCentre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass67,617 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    67,617 miles
    Test number
    518631161130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine managment light on
    • NoteRear brake discs excessivly corroded
  19. Fail67,617 miles2 dangerous3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,617 miles
    Test number
    535459351134
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousNearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine managment light on
    • NoteRear brake discs excessivly corroded

Questions about T55 CBL

Does T55 CBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 CBL is valid until 10 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 CBL?
The MOT on T55 CBL is valid until 10 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 CBL done?
T55 CBL was recorded at 137,656 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 4,801 miles a year.
Has T55 CBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 CBL has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T55 CBL 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 CBL find?
T55 CBL passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: coil spring corroded both rear; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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