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Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 2,460 cc

T55 LDAMOT history

T55 LDA is a grey diesel Volkswagen first used on 31 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 6 of 9 MOT tests, with 199,098 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
199,098 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
9
6 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,399 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 LDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 LDA was last recorded at 199,098 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 6,737 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,361 miles · 17 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,737 miles
Average per year
6,399 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 199,098 miles
  • 2025 – 192,361 miles
  • 2024 – 185,671 miles
  • 2023 – 177,752 miles
  • 2022 – 172,720 miles
  • 2021 – 167,235 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,098 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • All coil springs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

9 tests since 23 Feb 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,098 miles (+6,737)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    199,098 miles
    Test number
    210498610889
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass192,361 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    192,361 miles
    Test number
    697929126243
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll coil springs corroded
    • 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))

  3. Fail192,361 miles (+6,690)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,361 miles
    Test number
    801447578620
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 265/40zr20 104w XL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll coil springs corroded
    • 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))

  4. Pass185,671 miles (+7,919)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    185,671 miles
    Test number
    408519114603
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Pass177,752 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    177,752 miles
    Test number
    117062261075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail177,742 miles (+5,022)1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,742 miles
    Test number
    206164463345
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  7. Pass172,720 miles (+5,485)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    172,720 miles
    Test number
    247722121817
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage above gearbox (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass167,235 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    167,235 miles
    Test number
    947869736197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail167,229 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,229 miles
    Test number
    132022570682
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Questions about T55 LDA

Does T55 LDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 LDA is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 LDA?
The MOT on T55 LDA is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 LDA done?
T55 LDA was recorded at 199,098 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 6,399 miles a year.
Has T55 LDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 LDA has failed 3 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T55 LDA 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 LDA find?
T55 LDA passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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