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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 2,460 cc

T55 SXLMOT history

T55 SXL is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 19 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 210,060 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
210,060 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,532 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 SXL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
19 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 SXL was last recorded at 210,060 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 2,250 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
207,810 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,250 miles
Average per year
8,532 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 210,060 miles
  • 2024 – 207,810 miles
  • 2023 – 204,812 miles
  • 2022 – 202,615 miles
  • 2021 – 201,160 miles
  • 2020 – 192,902 miles
  • 2019 – 186,854 miles
  • 2018 – 180,574 miles
  • 2017 – 178,098 miles
  • 2015 – 164,672 miles
  • 2014 – 155,728 miles
  • 2013 – 142,483 miles
  • 2012 – 129,259 miles
  • 2011 – 116,159 miles
  • 2010 – 102,082 miles
  • 2009 – 86,833 miles
  • 2008 – 70,795 miles
  • 2007 – 56,239 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass210,060 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryUndertraysRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Sill is corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass210,060 miles (+2,250)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    210,060 miles
    Test number
    273129918985
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays

  2. Pass207,810 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    207,810 miles
    Test number
    225869248912
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays

  3. Fail207,809 miles (+2,997)3 dangerous7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,809 miles
    Test number
    250609689423
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays

  4. Pass204,812 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    204,812 miles
    Test number
    762889016221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  5. Fail204,811 miles (+2,196)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,811 miles
    Test number
    180251034671
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  6. Pass202,615 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    202,615 miles
    Test number
    150058152618
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sill is corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail202,615 miles (+1,455)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,615 miles
    Test number
    262117720262
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sill is corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass201,160 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    201,160 miles
    Test number
    137375052001
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sill is corroded but not yet excessive
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust is slightly deteriorated

  9. Fail201,160 miles (+8,258)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,160 miles
    Test number
    107985316259
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sill is corroded but not yet excessive
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust is slightly deteriorated

  10. Pass192,902 miles (+6,048)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    192,902 miles
    Test number
    391131085902
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass186,854 miles (+6,280)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    186,854 miles
    Test number
    784832561183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass180,574 miles (+2,476)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    180,574 miles
    Test number
    615395902617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass178,098 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    178,098 miles
    Test number
    950794993801
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Spare fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail178,098 miles (+5,535)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,098 miles
    Test number
    185200301378
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint outer (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass172,563 miles (+7,891)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    172,563 miles
    Test number
    233879807494
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Pass164,672 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    164,672 miles
    Test number
    198203510182
    • AdvisoryAll 4 valve stems perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail164,672 miles (+8,944)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,672 miles
    Test number
    522241189017
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 valve stems perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass155,728 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    155,728 miles
    Test number
    798566644331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteExhaust system deteriorated

  19. Fail155,728 miles (+13,245)2 dangerous4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,728 miles
    Test number
    307315344321
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteExhaust system deteriorated

  20. Pass142,483 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    142,483 miles
    Test number
    769403353381
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust system deteriorating

  21. Fail142,483 miles (+13,224)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,483 miles
    Test number
    137772653322
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • NoteExhaust system deteriorating

  22. Pass129,259 miles (+13,100)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    129,259 miles
    Test number
    447033542396
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteExhaust starting to deteriorate

  23. Pass116,159 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    116,159 miles
    Test number
    597319041393
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Fail116,159 miles (+14,077)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,159 miles
    Test number
    568909741377
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass102,082 miles (+15,249)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    102,082 miles
    Test number
    680988450321
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass86,833 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    86,833 miles
    Test number
    694355859392
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Fail86,833 miles (+16,038)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,833 miles
    Test number
    714315659302
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass70,795 miles (+14,556)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    70,795 miles
    Test number
    932710558321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass56,239 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    56,239 miles
    Test number
    640481067329
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about T55 SXL

Does T55 SXL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 SXL is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 SXL?
The MOT on T55 SXL is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 SXL done?
T55 SXL was recorded at 210,060 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 8,532 miles a year.
Has T55 SXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 SXL has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T55 SXL 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 SXL find?
T55 SXL passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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