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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

T55 ODYMOT history

T55 ODY is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 163,241 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
163,241 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
907 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 ODY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 ODY was last recorded at 163,241 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 45 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Feb 2009: 77,311 miles, lower than 146,856 miles on 4 Apr 2008.

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
163,196 miles · 25 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
45 miles
Average per year
907 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,241 miles
  • 2025 – 162,664 miles
  • 2024 – 162,323 miles
  • 2023 – 161,687 miles
  • 2022 – 160,104 miles
  • 2021 – 159,003 miles
  • 2019 – 157,382 miles
  • 2018 – 156,105 miles
  • 2017 – 154,731 miles
  • 2016 – 152,021 miles
  • 2014 – 142,164 miles
  • 2013 – 134,615 miles
  • 2012 – 122,364 miles
  • 2011 – 102,767 miles
  • 2010 – 90,792 miles
  • 2009 – 77,311 miles
  • 2008 – 146,856 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,241 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,241 miles (+45)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    163,241 miles
    Test number
    715974238848
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail163,196 miles (+532)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,196 miles
    Test number
    171678634960
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass162,664 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    162,664 miles
    Test number
    719156673889
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to back brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rear tyres on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre split + perished

  4. Fail162,664 miles (+341)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,664 miles
    Test number
    497175822553
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to back brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rear tyres on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre split + perished

  5. Pass162,323 miles (+636)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    162,323 miles
    Test number
    727215084459
    • MinorTyre obviously under inflated all (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass161,687 miles (+1,583)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    161,687 miles
    Test number
    318896705740
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass160,104 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    160,104 miles
    Test number
    665713121383
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  8. Fail160,098 miles (+1,095)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,098 miles
    Test number
    300444048494
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  9. Pass159,003 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    159,003 miles
    Test number
    834686172092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel remaining on parking brake lever
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just passed efficiency test @ 17%

  10. Fail159,001 miles (+1,619)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,001 miles
    Test number
    119992593356
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed due to incorrect routing and fouling on anti roll bar link arm (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel remaining on parking brake lever
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just passed efficiency test @ 17%

  11. Pass157,382 miles (+1,277)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    157,382 miles
    Test number
    820516703154
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass156,105 miles (+1,374)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    156,105 miles
    Test number
    902354567407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension lowering kit fitted

  13. Pass154,731 miles (+2,710)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    154,731 miles
    Test number
    306738886621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass152,021 miles (+9,857)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    152,021 miles
    Test number
    637096187977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass142,164 miles (+7,549)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    142,164 miles
    Test number
    558097234070
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteCentre rear exhaust corroded
    • NotePlastic under covers fitted

  16. Pass134,615 miles (+12,251)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    134,615 miles
    Test number
    278268733062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass122,364 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    122,364 miles
    Test number
    489771942041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail122,357 miles (+19,590)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,357 miles
    Test number
    198570942487
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  19. Pass102,767 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    102,767 miles
    Test number
    336982541029
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  20. Fail102,767 miles (+11,975)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,767 miles
    Test number
    405102441003
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  21. Pass90,792 miles (+13,481)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    90,792 miles
    Test number
    271555030097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass77,311 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    77,311 miles
    Test number
    122881149020
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear discs rusted

  23. Fail77,311 miles (-69,545)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,311 miles
    Test number
    954751449019
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear discs rusted

  24. Pass146,856 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    146,856 miles
    Test number
    153965298479
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slightly out of shape

Questions about T55 ODY

Does T55 ODY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 ODY is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 ODY?
The MOT on T55 ODY is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 ODY done?
T55 ODY was recorded at 163,241 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 907 miles a year.
Has T55 ODY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 ODY has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T55 ODY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Feb 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T55 ODY find?
T55 ODY passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; rear coil spring corroded.

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