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Volkswagen Transporter

White and Purple · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

T55 DCAMOT history

T55 DCA is a white and purple diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 20 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 180,231 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
180,231 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,811 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 DCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White and Purple
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 DCA was last recorded at 180,231 miles on 11 May 2026, 5,641 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,590 miles · 13 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,641 miles
Average per year
9,811 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,231 miles
  • 2025 – 174,590 miles
  • 2024 – 165,402 miles
  • 2023 – 156,679 miles
  • 2022 – 146,069 miles
  • 2021 – 132,251 miles
  • 2020 – 126,093 miles
  • 2019 – 114,754 miles
  • 2018 – 106,168 miles
  • 2017 – 100,349 miles
  • 2016 – 88,702 miles
  • 2015 – 79,231 miles
  • 2014 – 71,893 miles
  • 2013 – 60,233 miles
  • 2012 – 48,418 miles
  • 2011 – 35,477 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,231 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

19 tests since 9 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,231 miles (+5,641)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    180,231 miles
    Test number
    121584939468
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass174,590 miles (+9,188)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    174,590 miles
    Test number
    940880067800
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wear 255/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad appears thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass165,402 miles (+8,723)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    165,402 miles
    Test number
    940929767726
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass156,679 miles (+10,610)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    156,679 miles
    Test number
    201955150075
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass146,069 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    146,069 miles
    Test number
    867976289390
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  6. Fail146,069 miles (+13,818)2 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,069 miles
    Test number
    741983560054
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  7. Pass132,251 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    132,251 miles
    Test number
    742788959652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail132,247 miles (+6,154)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,247 miles
    Test number
    137560650366
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

  9. Pass126,093 miles (+11,339)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    126,093 miles
    Test number
    995619440993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass114,754 miles (+8,586)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    114,754 miles
    Test number
    444411843179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass106,168 miles (+5,819)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    106,168 miles
    Test number
    519753701134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass100,349 miles (+11,647)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    100,349 miles
    Test number
    427506782292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass88,702 miles (+9,471)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    88,702 miles
    Test number
    905712106656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass79,231 miles (+7,338)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    79,231 miles
    Test number
    907836965023
    • NoteFront wipers starting to smear

  15. Pass71,893 miles (+11,660)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    71,893 miles
    Test number
    139166594196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,233 miles (+11,815)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    60,233 miles
    Test number
    669217793109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,418 miles (+12,941)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    48,418 miles
    Test number
    705941502214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,477 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    35,477 miles
    Test number
    627851321238
    • NoteRear tyres deteriorated

  19. Fail35,477 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,477 miles
    Test number
    869631921283
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteRear tyres deteriorated

Questions about T55 DCA

Does T55 DCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 DCA is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 DCA?
The MOT on T55 DCA is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 DCA done?
T55 DCA was recorded at 180,231 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 9,811 miles a year.
Has T55 DCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 DCA has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 4 May 2022.
Has the mileage on T55 DCA 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 DCA find?
T55 DCA passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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