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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,460 cc

T55 FLNMOT history

T55 FLN is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 167,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
167,167 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,712 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 FLN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 FLN was last recorded at 167,167 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,167 miles · 9 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,712 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,167 miles
  • 2025 – 165,034 miles
  • 2024 – 160,604 miles
  • 2023 – 151,022 miles
  • 2022 – 145,560 miles
  • 2021 – 141,270 miles
  • 2020 – 137,060 miles
  • 2019 – 130,026 miles
  • 2018 – 124,813 miles
  • 2017 – 102,853 miles
  • 2016 – 86,226 miles
  • 2015 – 74,527 miles
  • 2014 – 62,721 miles
  • 2013 – 55,025 miles
  • 2012 – 45,497 miles
  • 2011 – 35,426 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,167 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear 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 Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing / strut top (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing / strut top (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust system corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,167 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    167,167 miles
    Test number
    170430781663
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing / strut top (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing / strut top (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail167,167 miles (+2,133)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,167 miles
    Test number
    178509787512
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing / strut top (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing / strut top (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass165,034 miles (+4,430)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    165,034 miles
    Test number
    129911667495
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass160,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    160,604 miles
    Test number
    341948375095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail160,604 miles (+9,582)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,604 miles
    Test number
    435515075458
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  6. Pass151,022 miles (+5,462)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    151,022 miles
    Test number
    941984885718
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass145,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    145,560 miles
    Test number
    722386972008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail145,545 miles (+4,275)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,545 miles
    Test number
    183433905064
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

  9. Pass141,270 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    141,270 miles
    Test number
    338426193290
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both edges (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail141,270 miles (+4,210)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,270 miles
    Test number
    473201435838
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both edges (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass137,060 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2021
    Odometer
    137,060 miles
    Test number
    306837698466
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  12. Fail137,060 miles (+7,034)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,060 miles
    Test number
    377681076557
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords + worn excessively worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  13. Pass130,026 miles (+5,213)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2020
    Odometer
    130,026 miles
    Test number
    125084027799
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heavily corroded

  14. Pass124,813 miles (+21,960)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    124,813 miles
    Test number
    433345893231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass102,853 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    102,853 miles
    Test number
    804399823585
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre & rear box outer skin corroded but not leaking
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch defective

  16. Fail102,853 miles (+16,627)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,853 miles
    Test number
    685442908804
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid aim too low (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper blade insecure both n/s & o/s (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre & rear box outer skin corroded but not leaking
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch defective

  17. Pass86,226 miles (+11,699)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    86,226 miles
    Test number
    613012405097
    • AdvisoryExhaust outer skin corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded.

  18. Pass74,527 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    74,527 miles
    Test number
    378768975088
    • NoteAll brake discs corroding/worn.
    • NoteExhaust in poor/tatty condition.

  19. Fail74,527 miles (+11,806)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,527 miles
    Test number
    548598675029
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteAll brake discs corroding/worn.
    • NoteExhaust in poor/tatty condition.

  20. Pass62,721 miles (+7,696)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    62,721 miles
    Test number
    346164144085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass55,025 miles (+424)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    55,025 miles
    Test number
    717750673070
    • NoteRear brake discs poor/corroded.

  22. Fail54,601 miles (+9,104)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,601 miles
    Test number
    509156563037
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteRear brake discs poor/corroded.

  23. Pass45,497 miles (+10,071)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    45,497 miles
    Test number
    125301462008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    35,426 miles
    Test number
    977219951019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T55 FLN

Does T55 FLN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 FLN is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 FLN?
The MOT on T55 FLN is valid until 12 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 FLN done?
T55 FLN was recorded at 167,167 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 8,712 miles a year.
Has T55 FLN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 FLN has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T55 FLN 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 FLN find?
T55 FLN passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing / strut top; offside front inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing / strut top.

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