Volkswagen Transporter
Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc
T55 HBYMOT history
T55 HBY is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 15 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 277,654 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 24 Jun 2027
- Mileage
- 277,654 mi
- At MOT on 25 Jun 2026
- MOT tests
- 24
- 19 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 7,813 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T55 HBY
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,896 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2003
- First used
- 15 Dec 2003
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 24 Jun 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 25 Jun 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T55 HBY was last recorded at 277,654 miles on 25 Jun 2026, 5,131 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2025.
Mileage went down between tests
- 21 Apr 2011: 165,125 miles, lower than 194,412 miles on 29 Apr 2010.
- 11 Mar 2024: 267,277 miles, lower than 267,377 miles on 8 Mar 2024.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 272,523 miles · 18 Feb 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 5,131 miles
- Average per year
- 7,813 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 277,654 miles
- 2025 – 272,523 miles
- 2024 – 267,277 miles
- 2023 – 257,957 miles
- 2021 – 254,759 miles
- 2020 – 251,147 miles
- 2019 – 246,010 miles
- 2018 – 240,231 miles
- 2017 – 233,402 miles
- 2016 – 227,854 miles
- 2015 – 216,673 miles
- 2014 – 209,988 miles
- 2013 – 198,700 miles
- 2012 – 178,102 miles
- 2011 – 165,125 miles
- 2010 – 194,412 miles
- 2009 – 174,371 miles
- 2008 – 170,180 miles
- 2006 – 125,154 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass277,654 miles
No defects or advisories were recorded.
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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
24 tests since 18 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass277,654 miles (+5,131)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jun 2027
- Odometer
- 277,654 miles
- Test number
- 719838201508
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass272,523 miles (+5,246)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Mar 2026
- Odometer
- 272,523 miles
- Test number
- 359517007250
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass267,277 miles (-100)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Mar 2025
- Odometer
- 267,277 miles
- Test number
- 351387719318
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail267,377 miles (+9,420)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 267,377 miles
- Test number
- 578516624826
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass257,957 miles (+14)2 minor18 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Mar 2024
- Odometer
- 257,957 miles
- Test number
- 105113519488
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail257,943 miles (+3,184)3 major3 minor17 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 257,943 miles
- Test number
- 688158601056
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass254,759 miles (+3,612)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Dec 2022
- Odometer
- 254,759 miles
- Test number
- 219468085540
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass251,147 miles (+5,137)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Dec 2021
- Odometer
- 251,147 miles
- Test number
- 410962220037
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass246,010 miles (+5,779)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 246,010 miles
- Test number
- 443218573344
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass240,231 miles (+6,829)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Aug 2019
- Odometer
- 240,231 miles
- Test number
- 124057676866
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass233,402 miles (+13)
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jul 2018
- Odometer
- 233,402 miles
- Test number
- 932457114206
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail233,389 miles (+5,535)7 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 233,389 miles
- Test number
- 129877114570
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureRear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Pass227,854 miles (+11,181)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 227,854 miles
- Test number
- 662054481639
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass216,673 miles (+6,685)1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 21 May 2016
- Odometer
- 216,673 miles
- Test number
- 415168725151
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass209,988 miles (+6)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 21 May 2015
- Odometer
- 209,988 miles
- Test number
- 576812544127
- NoteGearbox mounting defective
Fail209,982 miles (+11,282)6 dangerous2 failures1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 209,982 miles
- Test number
- 927274534184
- DangerousAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
- DangerousDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
- DangerousElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
- DangerousNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- DangerousOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
- AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteGearbox mounting defective
Pass198,700 miles (+20,598)
- MOT expiry
- 8 May 2014
- Odometer
- 198,700 miles
- Test number
- 355969723193
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass178,102 miles (+12,977)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 May 2013
- Odometer
- 178,102 miles
- Test number
- 675654122198
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass165,125 miles (-29,287)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 165,125 miles
- Test number
- 255841111169
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass194,412 miles (+20,041)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 194,412 miles
- Test number
- 482659310172
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail174,371 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 174,371 miles
- Test number
- 204253619415
- Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Pass174,371 miles (+4,191)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 174,371 miles
- Test number
- 634173619107
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass170,180 miles (+45,026)
- MOT expiry
- 28 May 2009
- Odometer
- 170,180 miles
- Test number
- 423200158179
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass125,154 miles
- MOT expiry
- 17 Dec 2007
- Odometer
- 125,154 miles
- Test number
- 293112656300
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T55 HBY
- Does T55 HBY currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 HBY is valid until 24 Jun 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T55 HBY?
- The MOT on T55 HBY is valid until 24 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T55 HBY done?
- T55 HBY was recorded at 277,654 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2026, an average of 7,813 miles a year.
- Has T55 HBY ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T55 HBY has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2024.
- Has the mileage on T55 HBY ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 21 Apr 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on T55 HBY find?
- T55 HBY passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.
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