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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

T55 KDMMOT history

T55 KDM is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 6 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 208,531 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
208,531 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,609 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 KDM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
6 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 KDM was last recorded at 208,531 miles on 8 Aug 2026, 5,551 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
202,980 miles · 14 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,551 miles
Average per year
9,609 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 208,531 miles
  • 2025 – 202,980 miles
  • 2024 – 198,000 miles
  • 2023 – 194,326 miles
  • 2022 – 191,204 miles
  • 2021 – 188,145 miles
  • 2020 – 185,794 miles
  • 2019 – 179,654 miles
  • 2018 – 160,607 miles
  • 2017 – 144,057 miles
  • 2016 – 129,601 miles
  • 2015 – 112,703 miles
  • 2014 – 101,711 miles
  • 2013 – 84,240 miles
  • 2012 – 69,657 miles
  • 2011 – 60,729 miles
  • 2010 – 49,003 miles
  • 2009 – 39,737 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass208,531 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder the vehicle slight corroded

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 Front tyre worn on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass208,531 miles (+5,551)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    208,531 miles
    Test number
    811870719332
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder the vehicle slight corroded

  2. Pass202,980 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    202,980 miles
    Test number
    647603214700
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail202,980 miles (+4,980)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,980 miles
    Test number
    930244779034
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass198,000 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    198,000 miles
    Test number
    546884061929
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail197,999 miles (+3,673)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,999 miles
    Test number
    561538738271
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear near fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass194,326 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    194,326 miles
    Test number
    621332261875
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  7. Fail194,322 miles (+3,118)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,322 miles
    Test number
    307262524755
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  8. Pass191,204 miles (+3,059)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    191,204 miles
    Test number
    485370389764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass188,145 miles (+2,351)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    188,145 miles
    Test number
    375444945173
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass185,794 miles (+6,140)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    185,794 miles
    Test number
    322716977109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass179,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    179,654 miles
    Test number
    924616147305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail179,653 miles (+19,046)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,653 miles
    Test number
    197378094349
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass160,607 miles (+57)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    160,607 miles
    Test number
    173504647597
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded n/s front to rear ( at the rear) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arms, rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryO/s diff seal slight weep

  14. Fail160,550 miles (+16,493)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,550 miles
    Test number
    243044291276
    • FailureHeadlamp incorrect colour both (1.7.5b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded n/s front to rear ( at the rear) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arms, rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryO/s diff seal slight weep
    • AdvisoryO/s wiper blade torn

  15. Pass144,057 miles (+14,456)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    144,057 miles
    Test number
    841156421255
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass129,601 miles (+16,898)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    129,601 miles
    Test number
    442130937519
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass112,703 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    112,703 miles
    Test number
    228925315072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail112,703 miles (+10,992)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,703 miles
    Test number
    779340315072
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  19. Pass101,711 miles (+17,471)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    101,711 miles
    Test number
    965710324070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass84,240 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    84,240 miles
    Test number
    509327813026
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  21. Fail84,240 miles (+14,583)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,240 miles
    Test number
    316787513014
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  22. Pass69,657 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    69,657 miles
    Test number
    957026512078
    • Note(1)NSF tyre slightly worn on outer edge. (2)Slight fraying to OSR outer seat belt.

  23. Fail69,657 miles (+8,928)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,657 miles
    Test number
    618566312024
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Note(1)NSF tyre slightly worn on outer edge. (2)Slight fraying to OSR outer seat belt.

  24. Pass60,729 miles (+11,726)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    60,729 miles
    Test number
    485035821062
    • Note(1)Play in front anti roll bar bushes and nearside drop link. (2)Nearside rear seat belt slightly damaged.

  25. Pass49,003 miles (+9,266)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    49,003 miles
    Test number
    184210620084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,737 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    39,737 miles
    Test number
    722864719080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  27. Fail39,735 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,735 miles
    Test number
    131463519469
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T55 KDM

Does T55 KDM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 KDM is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 KDM?
The MOT on T55 KDM is valid until 13 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 KDM done?
T55 KDM was recorded at 208,531 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2026, an average of 9,609 miles a year.
Has T55 KDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 KDM has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T55 KDM 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 KDM find?
T55 KDM passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bush; under the vehicle slight corroded.

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