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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,460 cc

T55 TEHMOT history

T55 TEH is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 198,983 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2026
Mileage
198,983 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,972 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 TEH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 TEH was last recorded at 198,983 miles on 8 Oct 2025, 16,589 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,394 miles · 30 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
16,589 miles
Average per year
8,972 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 198,983 miles
  • 2024 – 182,394 miles
  • 2023 – 163,134 miles
  • 2022 – 160,677 miles
  • 2020 – 159,094 miles
  • 2019 – 153,968 miles
  • 2018 – 146,306 miles
  • 2017 – 133,908 miles
  • 2015 – 125,520 miles
  • 2014 – 118,078 miles
  • 2013 – 110,649 miles
  • 2012 – 101,101 miles
  • 2011 – 91,037 miles
  • 2010 – 75,418 miles
  • 2009 – 55,559 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,983 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pad warning light on dash pads all good
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Brake pad warning light illuminated, but pads obviously not worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Washer jets not working to their optimum

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Casing missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,983 miles (+16,589)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    198,983 miles
    Test number
    611287432567
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pad warning light on dash pads all good
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass182,394 miles (+273)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    182,394 miles
    Test number
    132160255344
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light illuminated, but pads obviously not worn
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Number plate slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Washer jets not working to their optimum
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake light has a loose connection
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Casing missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Fail182,121 miles (+18,987)2 dangerous3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,121 miles
    Test number
    574433975540
    • DangerousCentral Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light illuminated, but pads obviously not worn
    • AdvisoryFront Washer jets not working to their optimum
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Casing missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Pass163,134 miles (+125)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    163,134 miles
    Test number
    462062695734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail163,009 miles (+2,332)6 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,009 miles
    Test number
    518099816166
    • MajorExhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. DPF been cut open and welded (8.2.2.1 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit limit of 0.60. actual 2.08 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Brake cable damaged park brake cable (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass160,677 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    160,677 miles
    Test number
    631881519680
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on at test
    • AdvisoryCentral Hand brake return spring snapped handbrake cable
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension components showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear door holed and corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension components showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  7. Fail160,676 miles (+1,582)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,676 miles
    Test number
    525170248691
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on at test
    • AdvisoryCentral Hand brake return spring snapped handbrake cable
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension components showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear door holed and corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension components showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  8. Pass159,094 miles (+5,126)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    159,094 miles
    Test number
    801528872928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass153,968 miles (+7,662)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    153,968 miles
    Test number
    811329122610
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing to inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear suspension showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted covering underside of vehicle

  10. Pass146,306 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    146,306 miles
    Test number
    365830990320
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Fail146,304 miles (+5,458)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,304 miles
    Test number
    712292282645
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake performance not tested brake pipe burst on test (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass140,846 miles (+71)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    140,846 miles
    Test number
    945436634578
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition
    • AdvisoryUnder trays ftd

  13. Fail140,775 miles (+6,867)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,775 miles
    Test number
    106544891866
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition
    • AdvisoryUnder trays ftd

  14. Pass133,908 miles (+8,388)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    133,908 miles
    Test number
    866228388940
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRear bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryUndertrays

  15. Pass125,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    125,520 miles
    Test number
    499245585164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail125,520 miles (+7,442)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,520 miles
    Test number
    457235385134
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass118,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    118,078 miles
    Test number
    638053164145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail118,078 miles (+7,429)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,078 miles
    Test number
    848653064134
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass110,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    110,649 miles
    Test number
    829490453167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail110,649 miles (+9,548)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,649 miles
    Test number
    495970953115
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  21. Pass101,101 miles (+10,064)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    101,101 miles
    Test number
    299502452167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass91,037 miles (+15,619)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    91,037 miles
    Test number
    268123941264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass75,418 miles (+19,859)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    75,418 miles
    Test number
    312996490243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass55,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    55,559 miles
    Test number
    281798089268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail55,559 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,559 miles
    Test number
    330326789212
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about T55 TEH

Does T55 TEH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 TEH is valid until 29 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T55 TEH?
The MOT on T55 TEH is valid until 29 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 TEH done?
T55 TEH was recorded at 198,983 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2025, an average of 8,972 miles a year.
Has T55 TEH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 TEH has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T55 TEH 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 TEH find?
T55 TEH passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front outer tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; offside front seat belt buckle slightly damaged, and 2 more.

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