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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

T55 DYPMOT history

T55 DYP is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 3 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 187,676 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 May 2027
Mileage
187,676 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,004 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 DYP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
3 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
23 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 DYP was last recorded at 187,676 miles on 23 May 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,673 miles · 21 May 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
8,004 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,676 miles
  • 2025 – 183,573 miles
  • 2024 – 176,756 miles
  • 2022 – 174,263 miles
  • 2021 – 171,225 miles
  • 2020 – 162,959 miles
  • 2019 – 151,918 miles
  • 2018 – 142,377 miles
  • 2017 – 134,851 miles
  • 2016 – 126,507 miles
  • 2015 – 118,987 miles
  • 2014 – 111,637 miles
  • 2013 – 102,051 miles
  • 2011 – 87,037 miles
  • 2010 – 81,029 miles
  • 2009 – 68,679 miles
  • 2008 – 56,753 miles
  • 2007 – 39,926 miles
  • 2006 – 30,681 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,676 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))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.

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006

Full MOT history

29 tests since 11 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,676 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    187,676 miles
    Test number
    889380580735
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail187,673 miles (+4,100)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,673 miles
    Test number
    346066206382
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass183,573 miles (+6,817)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    183,573 miles
    Test number
    741052555697
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass176,756 miles (+2,493)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    176,756 miles
    Test number
    446248675264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass174,263 miles (+3,038)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    174,263 miles
    Test number
    636403040949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass171,225 miles (+8,266)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    171,225 miles
    Test number
    803911184115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass162,959 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    162,959 miles
    Test number
    581366755082
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexy hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail162,954 miles (+11,036)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,954 miles
    Test number
    460898252714
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner boot (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexy hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass151,918 miles (+9,541)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    151,918 miles
    Test number
    403618981349
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass142,377 miles (+307)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    142,377 miles
    Test number
    563331209460
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  11. Fail142,070 miles (+7,219)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,070 miles
    Test number
    480527612852
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailurePassenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

  12. Pass134,851 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    134,851 miles
    Test number
    180569534254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail134,800 miles (+8,293)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,800 miles
    Test number
    842526915633
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass126,507 miles (+7,520)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2017
    Odometer
    126,507 miles
    Test number
    363794322762
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth silencers outer skins deteriorated

  15. Pass118,987 miles (+7,350)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    118,987 miles
    Test number
    266828095026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass111,637 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    111,637 miles
    Test number
    599742024156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail111,623 miles (+9,572)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,623 miles
    Test number
    519581824171
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracked

  18. Pass102,051 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    102,051 miles
    Test number
    838697303184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail102,035 miles (+14,998)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,035 miles
    Test number
    275321303468
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  20. Pass87,037 miles (+86)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    87,037 miles
    Test number
    776845911365
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront tyres worn

  21. Fail86,951 miles (+5,922)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,951 miles
    Test number
    519068101344
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAll brake discs worn
    • NoteFront tyres worn

  22. Pass81,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    81,029 miles
    Test number
    932130130323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail81,029 miles (+12,350)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,029 miles
    Test number
    440700930302
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  24. Fail68,679 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,679 miles
    Test number
    182093829334
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  25. Pass68,679 miles (+11,926)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    68,679 miles
    Test number
    834963329384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass56,753 miles (+16,827)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    56,753 miles
    Test number
    742467238340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass39,926 miles (+9,245)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    39,926 miles
    Test number
    152848977289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass30,681 miles (+1)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    30,681 miles
    Test number
    560725186233
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  29. Fail30,680 miles1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,680 miles
    Test number
    433774986214
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about T55 DYP

Does T55 DYP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 DYP is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 DYP?
The MOT on T55 DYP is valid until 22 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 DYP done?
T55 DYP was recorded at 187,676 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2026, an average of 8,004 miles a year.
Has T55 DYP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 DYP has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T55 DYP 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 DYP find?
T55 DYP passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point.

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