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Volkswagen Transporter

White and Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

T55 EATMOT history

T55 EAT is a white and grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 190,413 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
190,413 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,431 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 EAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White and Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 EAT was last recorded at 190,413 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 8,192 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,221 miles · 19 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
8,192 miles
Average per year
8,431 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 190,413 miles
  • 2025 – 182,221 miles
  • 2024 – 177,475 miles
  • 2023 – 174,422 miles
  • 2022 – 173,205 miles
  • 2021 – 171,879 miles
  • 2019 – 167,791 miles
  • 2018 – 166,685 miles
  • 2017 – 158,349 miles
  • 2016 – 142,994 miles
  • 2015 – 131,147 miles
  • 2014 – 111,408 miles
  • 2013 – 93,781 miles
  • 2012 – 81,216 miles
  • 2011 – 64,954 miles
  • 2010 – 55,558 miles
  • 2009 – 44,326 miles
  • 2008 – 32,760 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,413 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 17 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,413 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    190,413 miles
    Test number
    735188586289
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail190,413 miles (+8,192)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,413 miles
    Test number
    179780403995
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass182,221 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    182,221 miles
    Test number
    237989684495
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail182,221 miles (+4,746)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,221 miles
    Test number
    413753446991
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass177,475 miles (+3,053)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    177,475 miles
    Test number
    357939222356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass174,422 miles (+1,217)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2024
    Odometer
    174,422 miles
    Test number
    617213436931
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front sections/front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  7. Pass173,205 miles (+1,326)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2023
    Odometer
    173,205 miles
    Test number
    810815476060
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass171,879 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    171,879 miles
    Test number
    659295903109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail171,872 miles (+4,081)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,872 miles
    Test number
    620496057351
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  10. Pass167,791 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    167,791 miles
    Test number
    712010620258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail167,789 miles (+1,104)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,789 miles
    Test number
    400845293258
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipe from near side rear brake hose brake pipe rear to front (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass166,685 miles (+5)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    166,685 miles
    Test number
    286377242911
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  13. Fail166,680 miles (+8,331)1 dangerous5 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,680 miles
    Test number
    869273863455
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement hand brake binding (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass158,349 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    158,349 miles
    Test number
    169978629735
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail158,345 miles (+15,351)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,345 miles
    Test number
    651134038287
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass142,994 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    142,994 miles
    Test number
    717971274913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail142,993 miles (+11,846)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,993 miles
    Test number
    669236183161
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass131,147 miles (+19,739)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    131,147 miles
    Test number
    665882795095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass111,408 miles (+17,627)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    111,408 miles
    Test number
    276854204198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass93,781 miles (+12,565)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    93,781 miles
    Test number
    929774593065
    • NoteDrivers and passengers swivel seats have movement in them

  21. Pass81,216 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    81,216 miles
    Test number
    645159302139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail81,206 miles (+16,252)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,206 miles
    Test number
    989617402176
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass64,954 miles (+9,396)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    64,954 miles
    Test number
    807163211070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass55,558 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    55,558 miles
    Test number
    574740120033
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Fail55,557 miles (+11,231)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,557 miles
    Test number
    200569310042
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass44,326 miles (+8)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    44,326 miles
    Test number
    941773419009
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  27. Fail44,318 miles (+11,558)2 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,318 miles
    Test number
    891032819032
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  28. Pass32,760 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    32,760 miles
    Test number
    303197518014
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inside edge of tread within requirements
    • NoteOffside rear loading door lower catch loose but door secured in closed position at time of test

Questions about T55 EAT

Does T55 EAT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 EAT is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 EAT?
The MOT on T55 EAT is valid until 28 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 EAT done?
T55 EAT was recorded at 190,413 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 8,431 miles a year.
Has T55 EAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 EAT has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T55 EAT 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 EAT find?
T55 EAT passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive; rear parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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