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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

T55 CBYMOT history

T55 CBY is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 4 Sept 2027 and it has passed 9 of 16 MOT tests, with 144,930 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Sept 2027
Mileage
144,930 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
9 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,014 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 CBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 CBY was last recorded at 144,930 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 14,811 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,119 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
14,811 miles
Average per year
7,014 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,930 miles
  • 2025 – 130,119 miles
  • 2023 – 125,281 miles
  • 2022 – 114,538 miles
  • 2021 – 108,971 miles
  • 2019 – 101,681 miles
  • 2018 – 93,448 miles
  • 2016 – 76,966 miles
  • 2015 – 67,384 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,930 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper top mount bearing slightly rough when rotated

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Central Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Coolant leak Oil cooler pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 29 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,930 miles (+14,811)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    144,930 miles
    Test number
    751260327115
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper top mount bearing slightly rough when rotated

  2. Pass130,119 miles (+4,838)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    130,119 miles
    Test number
    401997607148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  3. Pass125,281 miles (+19)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    125,281 miles
    Test number
    195492856405
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Oil cooler pipe
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail125,262 miles (+10,724)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,262 miles
    Test number
    453003409314
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Oil cooler pipe
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass114,538 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    114,538 miles
    Test number
    615964585317
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged plastic casing missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail114,538 miles (+5,567)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,538 miles
    Test number
    224652289088
    • MajorNearside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged plastic casing missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass108,971 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    108,971 miles
    Test number
    734349121264
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt buckle damaged

  8. Fail108,971 miles (+7,290)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,971 miles
    Test number
    348511100991
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch insecure (4.5.3 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt buckle damaged

  9. Pass101,681 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    101,681 miles
    Test number
    725053449140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

  10. Fail101,680 miles (+8,232)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,680 miles
    Test number
    854335714181
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass93,448 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    93,448 miles
    Test number
    903686995913
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail93,444 miles (+16,478)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,444 miles
    Test number
    280391294815
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass76,966 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    76,966 miles
    Test number
    579526711504
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail76,966 miles (+9,582)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,966 miles
    Test number
    281546246435
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres streched on rims

  15. Fail67,384 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,384 miles
    Test number
    327260915447
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  16. Pass67,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    67,384 miles
    Test number
    707440915227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T55 CBY

Does T55 CBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 CBY is valid until 4 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 CBY?
The MOT on T55 CBY is valid until 4 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 CBY done?
T55 CBY was recorded at 144,930 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 7,014 miles a year.
Has T55 CBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 CBY has failed 7 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T55 CBY 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 CBY find?
T55 CBY passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front upper top mount bearing slightly rough when rotated.

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