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Green · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

T55 KCGMOT history

T55 KCG is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 26 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 183,734 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
183,734 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,984 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 KCG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 KCG was last recorded at 183,734 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Jan 2010: 107,932 miles, lower than 276,086 miles on 4 Jan 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
183,732 miles · 10 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,984 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 183,734 miles
  • 2025 – 180,269 miles
  • 2024 – 179,889 miles
  • 2023 – 179,350 miles
  • 2022 – 178,723 miles
  • 2021 – 177,454 miles
  • 2020 – 176,333 miles
  • 2018 – 175,075 miles
  • 2017 – 171,339 miles
  • 2016 – 169,371 miles
  • 2015 – 163,229 miles
  • 2014 – 153,590 miles
  • 2013 – 140,265 miles
  • 2012 – 136,414 miles
  • 2011 – 124,117 miles
  • 2010 – 107,932 miles
  • 2009 – 97,350 miles
  • 2008 – 74,238 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,734 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material behind flexy hose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material behind flexy hose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 24 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,734 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    183,734 miles
    Test number
    822168077481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail183,732 miles (+3,463)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,732 miles
    Test number
    430260115516
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass180,269 miles (+380)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    180,269 miles
    Test number
    551905555309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass179,889 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    179,889 miles
    Test number
    727609272305
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material behind flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material behind flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail179,889 miles (+539)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,889 miles
    Test number
    660164443129
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system in front of flexy hose (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded in front of flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material behind flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material behind flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass179,350 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    179,350 miles
    Test number
    448152188704
    • Advisory4 Stretch tyres fitted

  7. Fail179,350 miles (+627)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,350 miles
    Test number
    369402215075
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • Advisory4 Stretch tyres fitted

  8. Pass178,723 miles (+53)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    178,723 miles
    Test number
    114510452137
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres stretched to fit wheel
    • AdvisoryTyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch Both front (5.2.3 (f))

  9. Fail178,670 miles (+1,216)1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,670 miles
    Test number
    482038001132
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres stretched to fit wheel
    • AdvisoryTyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch Both front (5.2.3 (f))

  10. Pass177,454 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    177,454 miles
    Test number
    176160988891
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material middle to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material middle to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUpper engine bay cover fitted

  11. Fail177,454 miles (+1,121)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,454 miles
    Test number
    320985781971
    • MajorFront Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material middle to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material middle to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUpper engine bay cover fitted

  12. Pass176,333 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    176,333 miles
    Test number
    307691383123
    • AdvisoryFront suspension low
    • AdvisoryRear suspension low

  13. Fail176,330 miles (+1,255)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,330 miles
    Test number
    972190735735
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  14. Pass175,075 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    175,075 miles
    Test number
    759919238265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail175,045 miles (+3,706)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,045 miles
    Test number
    288357435908
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass171,339 miles (+301)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    171,339 miles
    Test number
    190151560619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail171,038 miles (+1,667)17 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,038 miles
    Test number
    960866209040
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureDriver's airbag missing (5.4.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)
    • FailureHorn control missing (1.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi has a nick in it and is not secure in its retaining clip (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pad wear wire broken
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth front interior door handles not fitted but doors can still be opened
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear indicator lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryNo dipped beam headlamps when main beam is operated
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  18. Pass169,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    169,371 miles
    Test number
    663630349194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail169,371 miles (+6,142)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,371 miles
    Test number
    618176021668
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

  20. Pass163,229 miles (+9,639)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    163,229 miles
    Test number
    835063545029
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass153,590 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    153,590 miles
    Test number
    177257514058
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on inner and outer edge
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inside

  22. Fail153,590 miles (+13,325)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,590 miles
    Test number
    156397314467
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on inner and outer edge
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inside

  23. Pass140,265 miles (+3,851)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    140,265 miles
    Test number
    809377413024
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear reflector obscured but not more than 50% (1.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear reflector obscured but not more than 50% (1.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass136,414 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    136,414 miles
    Test number
    909082912077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f mirror damaged but not obscuring the view to the rear

  25. Fail136,414 miles (+12,297)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,414 miles
    Test number
    616770812099
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteN/s/f mirror damaged but not obscuring the view to the rear

  26. Pass124,117 miles (+16,185)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    124,117 miles
    Test number
    435381421090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass107,932 miles (-168,154)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    107,932 miles
    Test number
    350475800093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass276,086 miles (+178,736)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    276,086 miles
    Test number
    304844000078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass97,350 miles (+256)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    97,350 miles
    Test number
    370082579016
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  30. Fail97,094 miles (+22,856)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,094 miles
    Test number
    604199269026
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  31. Pass74,238 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    74,238 miles
    Test number
    861365018152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T55 KCG

Does T55 KCG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 KCG is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 KCG?
The MOT on T55 KCG is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 KCG done?
T55 KCG was recorded at 183,734 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 5,984 miles a year.
Has T55 KCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 KCG has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T55 KCG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Jan 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T55 KCG find?
T55 KCG passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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