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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

T55 LRAMOT history

T55 LRA is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 2 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 1 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 177,098 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Nov 2026
Mileage
177,098 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,898 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 LRA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
2 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T55 LRA was last recorded at 177,098 miles on 10 Oct 2026, 6,985 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Oct 2023: 159,069 miles, lower than 159,608 miles on 4 Oct 2023.

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
170,113 miles · 25 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6,985 miles
Average per year
5,898 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,098 miles
  • 2025 – 170,113 miles
  • 2024 – 165,389 miles
  • 2023 – 159,069 miles
  • 2022 – 147,401 miles
  • 2021 – 139,910 miles
  • 2020 – 135,666 miles
  • 2019 – 129,935 miles
  • 2018 – 124,104 miles
  • 2017 – 115,823 miles
  • 2016 – 108,459 miles
  • 2015 – 103,609 miles
  • 2014 – 100,651 miles
  • 2013 – 96,525 miles
  • 2012 – 92,095 miles
  • 2011 – 85,834 miles
  • 2010 – 81,019 miles
  • 2009 – 75,518 miles
  • 2008 – 69,967 miles
  • 2007 – 63,572 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail177,098 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • DangerousRear Handbrake parking brake not working both sides
  • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Door step to sill area corrosion and holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Centre exhaust silencer outer skin badly corroded and loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail177,098 miles (+6,985)2 dangerous10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,098 miles
    Test number
    168649810410
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Handbrake parking brake not working both sides
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Door step to sill area corrosion and holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  2. Pass170,113 miles (+4,724)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    170,113 miles
    Test number
    390235454667
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass165,389 miles (+6,320)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    165,389 miles
    Test number
    872589705856
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable damaged but not to excess Cable from lever corroded at the rear (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe at rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass159,069 miles (-539)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    159,069 miles
    Test number
    564061914932
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer outer skin badly corroded and loose
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear at rear slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough Both strut top mountings sticking slightly (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight lift in offside front strut top mount
  5. Fail159,608 miles (+12,207)6 dangerous6 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,608 miles
    Test number
    645318624706
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 275/40 R20 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached lower mounting nut missing ( bolt badly worn ) (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both ( Nearside on metal ) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner face badly worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer outer skin badly corroded and loose
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged uneven wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear at rear slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake reading low
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough Both strut top mountings sticking slightly (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass147,401 miles (+7,491)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    147,401 miles
    Test number
    858951313986
    • AdvisoryFront Number plate insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Pivot bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber top swivel bush showing signs of wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass139,910 miles (+4,244)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    139,910 miles
    Test number
    977791452081
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bottom bush starting to separate (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Inner rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass135,666 miles (+5)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    135,666 miles
    Test number
    382285474146
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at osr flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal nearside outer sill has been repaired and filled/sealed tested with magnet to check structural integrity as best as possible (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box outer skin deteriorated
  9. Fail135,661 miles (+5,726)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,661 miles
    Test number
    852544825474
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering system excessively rough (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at osr flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal nearside outer sill has been repaired and filled/sealed tested with magnet to check structural integrity as best as possible (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box outer skin deteriorated
  10. Pass129,935 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    129,935 miles
    Test number
    949177605107
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer outer skin badly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated slightly perished / splitting (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering slightly rough / noisy in operation - both strut top bearings sticking
  11. Fail129,934 miles (+5,830)3 dangerous8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,934 miles
    Test number
    272509391253
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail split (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBraking system leaking servo vacuum pipe split ( at 2 places ) (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded main front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer outer skin badly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated slightly perished / splitting (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering slightly rough / noisy in operation - both strut top bearings sticking
  12. Pass124,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    124,104 miles
    Test number
    753487794136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail124,104 miles (+8,281)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,104 miles
    Test number
    194984061235
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Suspension component missing hub mounting bolt onto strut (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass115,823 miles (+7,364)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    115,823 miles
    Test number
    348142416812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass108,459 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    108,459 miles
    Test number
    785118254993
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake application slightly uneven
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
  16. Fail108,454 miles (+4,845)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,454 miles
    Test number
    151142704726
    • FailureNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on dash
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake application slightly uneven
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
  17. Pass103,609 miles (+2,958)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    103,609 miles
    Test number
    324004590412
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust box corroded
  18. Pass100,651 miles (+4,126)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    100,651 miles
    Test number
    845889594192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass96,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    96,525 miles
    Test number
    376889313266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail96,525 miles (+4,430)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,525 miles
    Test number
    439618813276
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
  21. Pass92,095 miles (+6,261)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    92,095 miles
    Test number
    556382222241
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  22. Pass85,834 miles (+4,815)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    85,834 miles
    Test number
    136162621228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass81,019 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    81,019 miles
    Test number
    331325910449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail81,017 miles (+5,499)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,017 miles
    Test number
    384514310209
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
  25. Pass75,518 miles (+5,551)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    75,518 miles
    Test number
    872640199116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass69,967 miles (+6,395)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    69,967 miles
    Test number
    271753398151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass63,572 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    63,572 miles
    Test number
    563712997146
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T55 LRA

Does T55 LRA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 LRA is valid until 1 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T55 LRA?
The MOT on T55 LRA is valid until 1 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 LRA done?
T55 LRA was recorded at 177,098 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2026, an average of 5,898 miles a year.
Has T55 LRA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 LRA has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T55 LRA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Oct 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T55 LRA find?
T55 LRA failed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2026 with 2 dangerous defects and 10 major defects: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; rear handbrake parking brake not working both sides; central exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer, and 9 more.

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