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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2009 · 1,896 cc

T55 LDWMOT history

T55 LDW is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 158,015 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
158,015 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,312 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 LDW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
31 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 LDW was last recorded at 158,015 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 4,406 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,609 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,406 miles
Average per year
8,312 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,015 miles
  • 2025 – 153,609 miles
  • 2024 – 150,605 miles
  • 2023 – 147,539 miles
  • 2022 – 144,629 miles
  • 2021 – 138,114 miles
  • 2020 – 125,337 miles
  • 2019 – 114,632 miles
  • 2018 – 103,662 miles
  • 2017 – 93,173 miles
  • 2016 – 82,614 miles
  • 2015 – 72,598 miles
  • 2014 – 63,070 miles
  • 2013 – 54,368 miles
  • 2012 – 41,547 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,015 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.

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated secondary latch seized

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,015 miles (+4,406)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    158,015 miles
    Test number
    469506570857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass153,609 miles (+3,004)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    153,609 miles
    Test number
    666453478838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass150,605 miles (+3,066)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    150,605 miles
    Test number
    414917417631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass147,539 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    147,539 miles
    Test number
    973771110918
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  5. Fail147,539 miles (+2,910)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,539 miles
    Test number
    343738032573
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  6. Pass144,629 miles (+6,515)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    144,629 miles
    Test number
    868114621847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass138,114 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    138,114 miles
    Test number
    385094771653
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail138,114 miles (+12,777)3 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,114 miles
    Test number
    238470432922
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass125,337 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    125,337 miles
    Test number
    625280630381
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Undertray split and slightly insecure
  10. Fail125,330 miles (+10,698)1 dangerous6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,330 miles
    Test number
    238484237496
    • DangerousNearside Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Undertray split and slightly insecure
  11. Pass114,632 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    114,632 miles
    Test number
    350948350096
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront washer jet pipe leaking by nearside bonnet hinge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre 11 years old (4708)
  12. Fail114,624 miles (+10,962)2 dangerous3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,624 miles
    Test number
    257854816725
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront washer jet pipe leaking by nearside bonnet hinge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm, perishing and 8 years old (3011) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre 11 years old (4708)
  13. Pass103,662 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    103,662 miles
    Test number
    907611835877
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  14. Fail103,657 miles (+10,484)2 dangerous3 major2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,657 miles
    Test number
    184337330831
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  15. Pass93,173 miles (+262)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    93,173 miles
    Test number
    695620601070
    • AdvisoryBonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated secondary latch seized (8.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCovers obscuring some components in engine bay and floor areas
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shock absorber dust cover adrift/deteriorated
  16. Fail92,911 miles (+10,297)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,911 miles
    Test number
    325941784818
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • FailureNearside Ball joint has excessive play steering rack track rod (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated secondary latch seized (8.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCovers obscuring some components in engine bay and floor areas
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminated and codes in memory indicating running faults
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shock absorber dust cover adrift/deteriorated
  17. Pass82,614 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    82,614 miles
    Test number
    598824994321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryBattery insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shock absorber dust cover corroded heavily and detached
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover obscuring some components in engine bay, sill and floor areas
  18. Fail82,600 miles (+10,002)1 dangerous3 failures2 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,600 miles
    Test number
    228070961461
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryBattery insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shock absorber dust cover corroded heavily and detached
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover obscuring some components in engine bay, sill and floor areas
  19. Pass72,598 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    72,598 miles
    Test number
    259469805282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNsr shock absorber dust cover corroded
    • NoteOsr shock absorber dust cover corroded
  20. Fail72,598 miles (+9,528)1 dangerous3 failures3 repaired5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,598 miles
    Test number
    385099205490
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNsr shock absorber dust cover corroded
    • NoteOsr shock absorber dust cover corroded
  21. Pass63,070 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    63,070 miles
    Test number
    376113114270
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  22. Fail63,066 miles (+8,698)4 failures2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,066 miles
    Test number
    937503714236
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  23. Pass54,368 miles (+12,821)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    54,368 miles
    Test number
    655352413266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,547 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    41,547 miles
    Test number
    249586612201
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Fail41,547 miles3 failures2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,547 miles
    Test number
    366764412494
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T55 LDW

Does T55 LDW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 LDW is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 LDW?
The MOT on T55 LDW is valid until 6 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 LDW done?
T55 LDW was recorded at 158,015 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 8,312 miles a year.
Has T55 LDW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 LDW has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T55 LDW 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 LDW find?
T55 LDW passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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