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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,896 cc

T55 TNLMOT history

T55 TNL is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 6 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 136,702 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
136,702 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 TNL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
6 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 TNL was last recorded at 136,702 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 3,632 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Sept 2014: 89,250 miles, lower than 294,782 miles on 26 Apr 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
133,070 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,632 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,702 miles
  • 2025 – 133,070 miles
  • 2024 – 126,566 miles
  • 2023 – 119,163 miles
  • 2022 – 116,788 miles
  • 2021 – 115,007 miles
  • 2020 – 112,730 miles
  • 2019 – 111,180 miles
  • 2017 – 107,420 miles
  • 2016 – 101,265 miles
  • 2015 – 95,748 miles
  • 2014 – 89,250 miles
  • 2013 – 294,782 miles
  • 2012 – 249,351 miles
  • 2010 – 201,939 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,702 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated.

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • EXHAUST CORRODED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Oct 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,702 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    136,702 miles
    Test number
    586064527038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated.

  2. Fail136,702 miles (+3,632)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,702 miles
    Test number
    737725258941
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated.

  3. Pass133,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    133,070 miles
    Test number
    110324014002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail133,070 miles (+6,504)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,070 miles
    Test number
    357717863906
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass126,566 miles (+7,403)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    126,566 miles
    Test number
    875888205249
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened bearing worn noise. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass119,163 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    119,163 miles
    Test number
    946219964938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail119,152 miles (+2,364)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,152 miles
    Test number
    405472273349
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering rack(n/s) (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty due to leaking rack (2.1.5 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass116,788 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    116,788 miles
    Test number
    196799416352
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail116,787 miles (+1,780)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,787 miles
    Test number
    585134993852
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass115,007 miles (+2,277)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    115,007 miles
    Test number
    746522221717
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST CORRODED
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass112,730 miles (+1,550)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    112,730 miles
    Test number
    931076062237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass111,180 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    111,180 miles
    Test number
    606656960682
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail111,180 miles (+3,760)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,180 miles
    Test number
    483246111439
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (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 Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass107,420 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    107,420 miles
    Test number
    554427533682
    • AdvisoryOffside blade spit on ends

  15. Fail107,420 miles (+6,155)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,420 miles
    Test number
    818151427571
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure extension belt incorrect bolt size fitted (5.2.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside blade spit on ends

  16. Pass101,265 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    101,265 miles
    Test number
    667338599220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail101,265 miles (+202)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,265 miles
    Test number
    324069367804
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Fail101,063 miles (+5,315)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,063 miles
    Test number
    702284392832
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  19. Pass95,748 miles (+6,498)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    95,748 miles
    Test number
    241988588430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass89,250 miles (-205,532)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    89,250 miles
    Test number
    985054544219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass294,782 miles (+45,431)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    294,782 miles
    Test number
    226526713192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail249,351 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,351 miles
    Test number
    116360592452
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass249,351 miles (+47,412)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    249,351 miles
    Test number
    435120092046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass201,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    201,939 miles
    Test number
    654854970217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T55 TNL

Does T55 TNL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 TNL is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 TNL?
The MOT on T55 TNL is valid until 12 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 TNL done?
T55 TNL was recorded at 136,702 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026.
Has T55 TNL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 TNL has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T55 TNL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Sept 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T55 TNL find?
T55 TNL passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; exhaust deteriorated..

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