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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

T55 SWHMOT history

T55 SWH is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 23 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 72,284 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
72,284 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,257 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 SWH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
23 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 SWH was last recorded at 72,284 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 366 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,918 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
366 miles
Average per year
2,257 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,284 miles
  • 2025 – 71,918 miles
  • 2024 – 70,934 miles
  • 2023 – 69,991 miles
  • 2022 – 69,123 miles
  • 2021 – 66,972 miles
  • 2020 – 65,627 miles
  • 2019 – 64,542 miles
  • 2018 – 63,715 miles
  • 2017 – 62,510 miles
  • 2016 – 60,476 miles
  • 2015 – 55,890 miles
  • 2014 – 52,069 miles
  • 2013 – 46,615 miles
  • 2012 – 43,510 miles
  • 2011 – 37,907 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,284 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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

18 tests since 5 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,284 miles (+366)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    72,284 miles
    Test number
    710774047559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass71,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    71,918 miles
    Test number
    526971238900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail71,906 miles (+972)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,906 miles
    Test number
    755164107129
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Plate limit 0.8. Measuring average of 1.2 (8.2.2.2 (a))
  4. Pass70,934 miles (+943)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    70,934 miles
    Test number
    833124988745
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass69,991 miles (+868)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    69,991 miles
    Test number
    140031279311
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass69,123 miles (+2,151)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    69,123 miles
    Test number
    216098809670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass66,972 miles (+1,345)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    66,972 miles
    Test number
    397497211326
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  8. Pass65,627 miles (+1,085)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    65,627 miles
    Test number
    859261357262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass64,542 miles (+827)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    64,542 miles
    Test number
    641753336743
    • 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))
  10. Pass63,715 miles (+1,205)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    63,715 miles
    Test number
    892815766763
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass62,510 miles (+2,034)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    62,510 miles
    Test number
    210813633421
    • AdvisoryRear tyres mis-shapped
  12. Pass60,476 miles (+4,586)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    60,476 miles
    Test number
    875214078420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass55,890 miles (+3,821)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    55,890 miles
    Test number
    717151045148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,069 miles (+5,454)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    52,069 miles
    Test number
    287921444481
    • NoteEngine management light on
  15. Pass46,615 miles (+3,105)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    46,615 miles
    Test number
    178181143123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,510 miles (+5,603)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    43,510 miles
    Test number
    846254942101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,907 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    37,907 miles
    Test number
    138636421158
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Fail37,907 miles2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,907 miles
    Test number
    269165521155
    • DangerousNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Rear reflector insecure (1.5.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T55 SWH

Does T55 SWH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 SWH is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 SWH?
The MOT on T55 SWH is valid until 28 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 SWH done?
T55 SWH was recorded at 72,284 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 2,257 miles a year.
Has T55 SWH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 SWH has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T55 SWH 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 SWH find?
T55 SWH passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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