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Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 2,460 cc

T55 JLOMOT history

T55 JLO is a blue diesel Volkswagen California first used on 2 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 49,768 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
49,768 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,370 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 JLO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
California
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
2 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 JLO was last recorded at 49,768 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,768 miles · 16 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,370 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 49,768 miles
  • 2024 – 43,038 miles
  • 2023 – 37,241 miles
  • 2022 – 32,304 miles
  • 2021 – 31,070 miles
  • 2020 – 29,308 miles
  • 2019 – 28,139 miles
  • 2018 – 25,977 miles
  • 2017 – 22,779 miles
  • 2016 – 18,761 miles
  • 2015 – 15,341 miles
  • 2014 – 12,433 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,768 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 18 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    49,768 miles
    Test number
    797945752029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail49,768 miles (+6,730)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,768 miles
    Test number
    557300657129
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
  3. Pass43,038 miles (+5,797)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    43,038 miles
    Test number
    787887154476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass37,241 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    37,241 miles
    Test number
    187103933308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box in poor condition
  5. Fail37,240 miles (+4,936)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,240 miles
    Test number
    127589370884
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box in poor condition
  6. Pass32,304 miles (+1,234)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    32,304 miles
    Test number
    866714411691
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass31,070 miles (+1,762)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    31,070 miles
    Test number
    457185294432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass29,308 miles (+1,169)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    29,308 miles
    Test number
    826619962630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass28,139 miles (+2,162)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    28,139 miles
    Test number
    957789152937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass25,977 miles (+3,198)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    25,977 miles
    Test number
    733703922480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass22,779 miles (+4,018)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    22,779 miles
    Test number
    134649306347
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has cut on inner sidewall no cords visible
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  12. Pass18,761 miles (+3,420)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    18,761 miles
    Test number
    975977717689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass15,341 miles (+2,908)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    15,341 miles
    Test number
    745683969779
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres cracking
  14. Pass12,433 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    12,433 miles
    Test number
    737442024395
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are cracking but not exposing cords

Questions about T55 JLO

Does T55 JLO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 JLO is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T55 JLO?
The MOT on T55 JLO is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 JLO done?
T55 JLO was recorded at 49,768 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 3,370 miles a year.
Has T55 JLO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 JLO has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T55 JLO 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 JLO find?
T55 JLO passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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