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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,896 cc

T55 GWKMOT history

T55 GWK is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Oct 2009. Its MOT expired on 7 Nov 2025 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 203,010 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Nov 2025
Mileage
203,010 mi
At MOT on 8 Nov 2024
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,834 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 GWK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 GWK was last recorded at 203,010 miles on 8 Nov 2024, 12,281 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,729 miles · 20 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
12,281 miles
Average per year
12,834 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 203,010 miles
  • 2023 – 190,729 miles
  • 2021 – 172,804 miles
  • 2020 – 156,842 miles
  • 2019 – 133,311 miles
  • 2018 – 111,472 miles
  • 2017 – 104,276 miles
  • 2016 – 98,440 miles
  • 2015 – 92,620 miles
  • 2014 – 88,485 miles
  • 2012 – 48,446 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,010 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth front tyres low in tread
  • AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer outer skin corroded
  • AdvisoryN/s door mirror casing missing
  • AdvisoryO/s front outer cv gaitor perished
  • AdvisoryO/s rear registration plate lamp not working
  • AdvisorySlight movement in n/s front bottom ball joint

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

17 tests since 23 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,010 miles (+12,281)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    203,010 miles
    Test number
    250173837404
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres low in tread
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s door mirror casing missing
    • AdvisoryO/s front outer cv gaitor perished
    • AdvisoryO/s rear registration plate lamp not working
    • AdvisorySlight movement in n/s front bottom ball joint

  2. Pass190,729 miles (+17,925)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    190,729 miles
    Test number
    701358666224
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both sides front (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both sides rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S/R inner pad low (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer cover deteriorated

  3. Pass172,804 miles (+4)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    172,804 miles
    Test number
    260664121208
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail172,800 miles (+15,958)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,800 miles
    Test number
    330878185652
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass156,842 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    156,842 miles
    Test number
    239153373226
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail156,842 miles (+23,531)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,842 miles
    Test number
    213765482738
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass133,311 miles (+21,839)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    133,311 miles
    Test number
    815828288363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass111,472 miles (+2,761)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    111,472 miles
    Test number
    675107712602
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust starting to corrode badly

  9. Fail108,711 miles (+4,435)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,711 miles
    Test number
    467975192141
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass104,276 miles (+5,836)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    104,276 miles
    Test number
    538911384264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass98,440 miles (+5,820)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    98,440 miles
    Test number
    978395128712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass92,620 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    92,620 miles
    Test number
    679881374948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail92,606 miles (+4,121)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,606 miles
    Test number
    660861249868
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) is inadequate for the vehicles maximum permitted laden weight due to an incorrect load index (4.1.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) is inadequate for the vehicles maximum permitted laden weight due to an incorrect load index (4.1.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) is inadequate for the vehicles maximum permitted laden weight due to an incorrect load index (4.1.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) is inadequate for the vehicles maximum permitted laden weight due to an incorrect load index (4.1.B.1b)

  14. Pass88,485 miles (+6,447)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    88,485 miles
    Test number
    447518514351
    • NoteTested with steel wheels

  15. Pass82,038 miles (+33,592)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    82,038 miles
    Test number
    205808544114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,446 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    48,446 miles
    Test number
    737718292273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail48,445 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,445 miles
    Test number
    216127892273
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T55 GWK

Does T55 GWK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T55 GWK expired on 7 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T55 GWK?
The MOT on T55 GWK expired on 7 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T55 GWK done?
T55 GWK was recorded at 203,010 miles at its MOT on 8 Nov 2024, an average of 12,834 miles a year.
Has T55 GWK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 GWK has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T55 GWK 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 GWK find?
T55 GWK passed its latest MOT on 8 Nov 2024 with 6 advisories: both front tyres low in tread; centre exhaust silencer outer skin corroded; n/s door mirror casing missing, and 3 more.

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