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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

T55 OTBMOT history

T55 OTB is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 10 Jul 2006. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 190,376 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
190,376 mi
At MOT on 27 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,253 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 OTB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
10 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 OTB was last recorded at 190,376 miles on 27 Jun 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,374 miles · 23 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
8,253 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 190,376 miles
  • 2025 – 181,922 miles
  • 2024 – 177,313 miles
  • 2023 – 173,324 miles
  • 2022 – 167,374 miles
  • 2021 – 159,416 miles
  • 2020 – 149,332 miles
  • 2019 – 138,556 miles
  • 2018 – 130,388 miles
  • 2017 – 124,723 miles
  • 2016 – 116,728 miles
  • 2014 – 102,786 miles
  • 2013 – 92,578 miles
  • 2012 – 82,047 miles
  • 2011 – 72,176 miles
  • 2010 – 62,296 miles
  • 2009 – 53,318 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,376 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose Mid and rear sections in poor condition (8.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryReverse lights not workingRecorded 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.

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and system corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,376 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    190,376 miles
    Test number
    117490418843
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose Mid and rear sections in poor condition (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  2. Fail190,374 miles (+8,452)2 dangerous10 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,374 miles
    Test number
    181381022327
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose Mid and rear sections in poor condition (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Rubber bottom mounting u.s. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  3. Pass181,922 miles (+4,609)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    181,922 miles
    Test number
    535354092701
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front abs wiring rubbing on alloy
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield in poor condition

  4. Pass177,313 miles (+3,989)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    177,313 miles
    Test number
    552910973782
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass173,324 miles (+5,950)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    173,324 miles
    Test number
    476594616064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass167,374 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    167,374 miles
    Test number
    432922052250
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and system corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail167,372 miles (+7,956)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,372 miles
    Test number
    348618419215
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and system corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass159,416 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    159,416 miles
    Test number
    748149554924
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFlowers (and especially their reflection) on top of dashboard, may cause an obstruction to the drivers view of the road
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s registration plate lamp appears quite dim
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil leak from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer is corroded and peeling apart

  9. Fail159,416 miles (+10,084)2 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,416 miles
    Test number
    959316420843
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFlowers (and especially their reflection) on top of dashboard, may cause an obstruction to the drivers view of the road
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s registration plate lamp appears quite dim
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil leak from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer is corroded and peeling apart

  10. Pass149,332 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    149,332 miles
    Test number
    549338398826
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail149,322 miles (+10,766)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,322 miles
    Test number
    683415830017
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass138,556 miles (+8,168)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    138,556 miles
    Test number
    672711453338
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction windscreen sun visor (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryCenter and rear exhaust boxes deteriorated

  13. Pass130,388 miles (+5,665)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    130,388 miles
    Test number
    359881832117
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST IS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE PADS RATTLE IN THE CARRIER
    • AdvisoryFront BRAKE HOSES ARE PERISHED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear TYRE OUTER SIDE WALL IS CUT
    • AdvisorySLIGHT OIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryTHE SIZE OF BOTH NUMBER PLATES IS DEBATABLE
    • AdvisoryUNDER-TRAYS FITTED

  14. Pass124,723 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    124,723 miles
    Test number
    920591191276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail124,722 miles (+7,994)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,722 miles
    Test number
    258675382886
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass116,728 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    116,728 miles
    Test number
    759267612045
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST IS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryPANEL DAMAGE
    • AdvisoryVARIOUS OIL LEAKS

  17. Fail116,728 miles (+13,942)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,728 miles
    Test number
    476894546847
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST IS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryPANEL DAMAGE
    • AdvisoryVARIOUS OIL LEAKS

  18. Pass102,786 miles (+10,208)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    102,786 miles
    Test number
    588234224354
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front brake hoses deteriorated
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on shoulders
    • NoteNearside screen cracked
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing low

  19. Pass92,578 miles (+223)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    92,578 miles
    Test number
    888087423323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail92,355 miles (+10,308)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,355 miles
    Test number
    935270823324
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Fail82,047 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,047 miles
    Test number
    557184922391
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass82,047 miles (+9,871)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    82,047 miles
    Test number
    999104122322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail72,176 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,176 miles
    Test number
    488641121478
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass72,176 miles (+9,880)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    72,176 miles
    Test number
    697481921371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass62,296 miles (+8,978)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    62,296 miles
    Test number
    734239710365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass53,318 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    53,318 miles
    Test number
    902221829311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T55 OTB

Does T55 OTB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 OTB is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 OTB?
The MOT on T55 OTB is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 OTB done?
T55 OTB was recorded at 190,376 miles at its MOT on 27 Jun 2026, an average of 8,253 miles a year.
Has T55 OTB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 OTB has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T55 OTB 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 OTB find?
T55 OTB passed its latest MOT on 27 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front position lamp light intensity obviously reduced; exhaust silencer slightly loose mid and rear sections in poor condition; reverse lights not working.

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