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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T55 KEYMOT history

T55 KEY is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 19 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 266,114 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
266,114 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,815 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 KEY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 KEY was last recorded at 266,114 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 434 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
265,680 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
434 miles
Average per year
8,815 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 266,114 miles
  • 2024 – 265,680 miles
  • 2023 – 264,860 miles
  • 2022 – 263,949 miles
  • 2021 – 262,069 miles
  • 2020 – 260,189 miles
  • 2019 – 255,689 miles
  • 2018 – 249,354 miles
  • 2017 – 243,996 miles
  • 2016 – 237,095 miles
  • 2015 – 228,565 miles
  • 2014 – 213,911 miles
  • 2013 – 199,833 miles
  • 2012 – 188,789 miles
  • 2011 – 175,775 miles
  • 2010 – 156,083 miles
  • 2009 – 134,573 miles
  • 2008 – 122,729 miles
  • 2007 – 109,091 miles
  • 2006 – 94,645 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass266,114 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH - caliper pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both inners (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake caliper pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Inner wing/arch corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) BOTH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 8 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass266,114 miles (+434)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    266,114 miles
    Test number
    820085959206
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH - caliper pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both inners (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass265,680 miles (+820)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    265,680 miles
    Test number
    135848277126
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Drivers step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear outer pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass264,860 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    264,860 miles
    Test number
    705379313336
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip x2 (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Caliper pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear pipes before flex (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Fail264,860 miles (+911)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,860 miles
    Test number
    385737399954
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip x2 (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Caliper pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear pipes before flex (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass263,949 miles (+34)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    263,949 miles
    Test number
    574190492131
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake caliper pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wing/arch corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) BOTH
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes that run along lower suspension arms (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Fail263,915 miles (+1,846)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    263,915 miles
    Test number
    616488239450
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner/outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake caliper pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wing/arch corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) BOTH
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes that run along lower suspension arms (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass262,069 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    262,069 miles
    Test number
    557373806969
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe corroded that goes from the flexi pipe to the caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill inner (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill outer (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe corroded that goes to the caliper from the flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Fail262,069 miles (+1,880)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    262,069 miles
    Test number
    925936802392
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe corroded that goes from the flexi pipe to the caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill inner (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill outer (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe corroded that goes to the caliper from the flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass260,189 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    260,189 miles
    Test number
    428841917037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Fail260,184 miles (+4,495)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    260,184 miles
    Test number
    885657461204
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D"BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass255,689 miles (+6,335)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    255,689 miles
    Test number
    368157820413
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass249,354 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    249,354 miles
    Test number
    187360679401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner edge of tyre wearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Fail249,354 miles (+5,358)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,354 miles
    Test number
    217549659372
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner edge of tyre wearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass243,996 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    243,996 miles
    Test number
    915770987287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering rack light play
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim both rear (4.2.A.1a)
  15. Fail243,996 miles (+6,901)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,996 miles
    Test number
    987758661098
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering rack light play
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim both rear (4.2.A.1a)
  16. Pass237,095 miles (+8,530)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    237,095 miles
    Test number
    230170593275
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded n/s/f and o/s/f (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f and n/s/f slight play in steering rack
  17. Pass228,565 miles (+14,654)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    228,565 miles
    Test number
    765770095215
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim both (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySlight play in front steering rack both sides
  18. Fail213,911 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,911 miles
    Test number
    439989164137
    • Repaired at testFront Upper Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  19. Pass213,911 miles (+14,078)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    213,911 miles
    Test number
    747639564160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  20. Pass199,833 miles (+11,044)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    199,833 miles
    Test number
    356613863104
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass188,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    188,789 miles
    Test number
    279456062456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail188,789 miles (+13,014)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,789 miles
    Test number
    635375962103
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  23. Pass175,775 miles (+19,692)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    175,775 miles
    Test number
    378138651112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass156,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    156,083 miles
    Test number
    434257060173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail156,083 miles (+21,510)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,083 miles
    Test number
    303037960153
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  26. Pass134,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    134,573 miles
    Test number
    144362149167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail134,573 miles (+11,844)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,573 miles
    Test number
    702552749171
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  28. Pass122,729 miles (+13,638)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    122,729 miles
    Test number
    641655588127
    • NoteBrake discs slightly worn
  29. Pass109,091 miles (+14,446)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    109,091 miles
    Test number
    200769057426
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  30. Pass94,645 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    94,645 miles
    Test number
    971569256196
    • NoteO/s mirror cracked

Questions about T55 KEY

Does T55 KEY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 KEY is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T55 KEY?
The MOT on T55 KEY is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 KEY done?
T55 KEY was recorded at 266,114 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 8,815 miles a year.
Has T55 KEY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 KEY has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T55 KEY 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 KEY find?
T55 KEY passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with 10 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both - caliper pipes; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both inners; nearside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 7 more.

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