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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

T55 RKBMOT history

T55 RKB is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 18 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 277,176 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
277,176 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,378 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 RKB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
18 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 RKB was last recorded at 277,176 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 456 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
276,720 miles · 1 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
456 miles
Average per year
9,378 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 277,176 miles
  • 2025 – 276,720 miles
  • 2024 – 276,120 miles
  • 2023 – 275,028 miles
  • 2022 – 272,056 miles
  • 2021 – 265,309 miles
  • 2020 – 258,488 miles
  • 2019 – 251,119 miles
  • 2018 – 244,563 miles
  • 2017 – 238,481 miles
  • 2016 – 230,827 miles
  • 2015 – 225,563 miles
  • 2014 – 216,353 miles
  • 2013 – 191,315 miles
  • 2012 – 167,707 miles
  • 2011 – 136,672 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass277,176 miles
  • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sticker across top of screen (3.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass277,176 miles (+456)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    277,176 miles
    Test number
    559393329149
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sticker across top of screen (3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass276,720 miles (+600)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    276,720 miles
    Test number
    496151423128
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sticker across top of windscreen (3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass276,120 miles (+1,092)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    276,120 miles
    Test number
    382327265646
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front under tray poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySun strip sticker screen

  4. Pass275,028 miles (+2,972)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    275,028 miles
    Test number
    788432528223
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f under tray damaged
    • AdvisorySun strip fitted to front screen

  5. Pass272,056 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    272,056 miles
    Test number
    197708431592
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySun visor sticker on front screen

  6. Fail272,056 miles (+6,747)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    272,056 miles
    Test number
    887642574861
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySun visor sticker on front screen

  7. Pass265,309 miles (+6,821)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    265,309 miles
    Test number
    355261993739
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre has side wall damage

  8. Pass258,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    258,488 miles
    Test number
    678316185823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail258,487 miles (+7,368)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,487 miles
    Test number
    685962386999
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement hand brake arm (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass251,119 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    251,119 miles
    Test number
    750468178804
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box deteriorating
    • AdvisorySpare wheel carrier one bolt missing
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underneath

  11. Fail251,119 miles (+6,556)3 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,119 miles
    Test number
    227417505957
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside rear handbrake low effort
    • AdvisorySpare wheel carrier one bolt missing
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underneath

  12. Pass244,563 miles4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    244,563 miles
    Test number
    130560581472
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber dust cover insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail244,563 miles (+6,082)1 major4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,563 miles
    Test number
    615143524690
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber dust cover insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass238,481 miles (+7,654)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    238,481 miles
    Test number
    109766727908
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass230,827 miles (+5,264)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    230,827 miles
    Test number
    730119977772
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass225,563 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    225,563 miles
    Test number
    676750505230
    • AdvisoryConverted to camper van allowing a class 4 test.
    • AdvisoryNo smoke reading detected
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail225,558 miles (+9,205)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,558 miles
    Test number
    829123290921
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryConverted to camper van allowing a class 4 test.
    • AdvisoryNo smoke reading detected
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass216,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    216,353 miles
    Test number
    125025954247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail216,353 miles (+25,038)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,353 miles
    Test number
    575305954258
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Fail191,315 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,315 miles
    Test number
    697025253258
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass191,315 miles (+23,608)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    191,315 miles
    Test number
    989015053222
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass167,707 miles (+31,035)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    167,707 miles
    Test number
    805297842290
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Fail136,672 miles4 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,672 miles
    Test number
    598362751242
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle (2.3.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  24. Pass136,672 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    136,672 miles
    Test number
    667412651286
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

Questions about T55 RKB

Does T55 RKB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 RKB is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 RKB?
The MOT on T55 RKB is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 RKB done?
T55 RKB was recorded at 277,176 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 9,378 miles a year.
Has T55 RKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 RKB has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T55 RKB 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 RKB find?
T55 RKB passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sticker across top of screen; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 2 more.

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