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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

T55 DBWMOT history

T55 DBW is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 3 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 140,662 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
140,662 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,672 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 DBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
3 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 DBW was last recorded at 140,662 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 5,743 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,919 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,743 miles
Average per year
7,672 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,662 miles
  • 2025 – 134,919 miles
  • 2024 – 128,982 miles
  • 2023 – 118,297 miles
  • 2022 – 107,315 miles
  • 2021 – 97,381 miles
  • 2020 – 96,342 miles
  • 2019 – 86,318 miles
  • 2018 – 75,932 miles
  • 2017 – 66,214 miles
  • 2016 – 57,448 miles
  • 2015 – 52,110 miles
  • 2014 – 45,350 miles
  • 2013 – 39,611 miles
  • 2012 – 33,399 miles
  • 2011 – 28,625 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,662 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust corrodedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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 Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 6 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,662 miles (+5,743)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    140,662 miles
    Test number
    442568714870
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  2. Pass134,919 miles (+5,937)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    134,919 miles
    Test number
    625569102341
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass128,982 miles (+10,685)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    128,982 miles
    Test number
    771025889649
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  4. Pass118,297 miles (+10,982)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    118,297 miles
    Test number
    986613915530
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  5. Pass107,315 miles (+9,934)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    107,315 miles
    Test number
    367607064535
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inside edge advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inside edge advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  6. Pass97,381 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    97,381 miles
    Test number
    786192191198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail97,380 miles (+1,038)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,380 miles
    Test number
    396877655282
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low

  8. Pass96,342 miles (+10,024)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    96,342 miles
    Test number
    270739740049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass86,318 miles (+10,386)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    86,318 miles
    Test number
    817199661431
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass75,932 miles (+9,718)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    75,932 miles
    Test number
    511850176147
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Pass66,214 miles (+8,766)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    66,214 miles
    Test number
    449500495037
    • AdvisoryFront Tyres worn

  12. Pass57,448 miles (+5,338)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    57,448 miles
    Test number
    281731001100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,110 miles (+6,760)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    52,110 miles
    Test number
    583780881437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,350 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    45,350 miles
    Test number
    758166574278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail45,334 miles (+5,723)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,334 miles
    Test number
    548574074204
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass39,611 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    39,611 miles
    Test number
    238928783279
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail39,611 miles (+6,212)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,611 miles
    Test number
    945167083229
    • FailureNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside 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)

  18. Pass33,399 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    33,399 miles
    Test number
    977622772236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  19. Fail33,399 miles (+4,774)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,399 miles
    Test number
    809522972295
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  20. Pass28,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    28,625 miles
    Test number
    688909541295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T55 DBW

Does T55 DBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 DBW is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 DBW?
The MOT on T55 DBW is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 DBW done?
T55 DBW was recorded at 140,662 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 7,672 miles a year.
Has T55 DBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 DBW has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on T55 DBW 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 DBW find?
T55 DBW passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 12 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 9 more.

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