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Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

T55 DSEMOT history

T55 DSE is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Oct 2012. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 266,946 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
266,946 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
18,558 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 DSE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Oct 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 DSE was last recorded at 266,946 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 3,400 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
263,546 miles · 5 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,400 miles
Average per year
18,558 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 266,946 miles
  • 2025 – 263,546 miles
  • 2024 – 260,086 miles
  • 2023 – 255,012 miles
  • 2022 – 250,163 miles
  • 2021 – 243,255 miles
  • 2020 – 237,301 miles
  • 2018 – 231,932 miles
  • 2017 – 190,657 miles
  • 2016 – 132,478 miles
  • 2015 – 79,310 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass266,946 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Lower covers fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 18 Dec 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass266,946 miles (+3,400)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    266,946 miles
    Test number
    856696357083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass263,546 miles (+3,460)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    263,546 miles
    Test number
    497957994335
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass260,086 miles (+5,074)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    260,086 miles
    Test number
    751623503419
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass255,012 miles (+4,849)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    255,012 miles
    Test number
    488880893819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass250,163 miles (+6,908)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    250,163 miles
    Test number
    792209359576
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass243,255 miles (+5,954)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    243,255 miles
    Test number
    537063774602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass237,301 miles (+5,369)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    237,301 miles
    Test number
    579150136236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass231,932 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    231,932 miles
    Test number
    587256824179
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryLower covers fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle.

  9. Fail231,932 miles (+41,275)1 major1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,932 miles
    Test number
    439200633558
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryLower covers fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle.

  10. Pass190,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    190,657 miles
    Test number
    984137752813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail190,657 miles (+58,179)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,657 miles
    Test number
    333312187991
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/65/16 c (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass132,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    132,478 miles
    Test number
    445376557716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail132,478 miles (+53,168)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,478 miles
    Test number
    209421400592
    • FailureEmissions not tested no oil on dip stick (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass79,310 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    79,310 miles
    Test number
    323498144165
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail79,310 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,310 miles
    Test number
    360001637031
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing inner & outer edges

Questions about T55 DSE

Does T55 DSE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 DSE is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 DSE?
The MOT on T55 DSE is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 DSE done?
T55 DSE was recorded at 266,946 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 18,558 miles a year.
Has T55 DSE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 DSE has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2018.
Has the mileage on T55 DSE 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 DSE find?
T55 DSE passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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