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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 1,968 cc

T55 UBFMOT history

T55 UBF is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 19 May 2010. Its MOT is valid until 17 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 234,260 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Oct 2027
Mileage
234,260 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
12,245 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 UBF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
19 May 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 UBF was last recorded at 234,260 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 1,775 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
232,485 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,775 miles
Average per year
12,245 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 234,260 miles
  • 2025 – 232,485 miles
  • 2024 – 229,949 miles
  • 2023 – 228,403 miles
  • 2022 – 221,163 miles
  • 2021 – 209,626 miles
  • 2020 – 203,140 miles
  • 2019 – 193,929 miles
  • 2018 – 176,367 miles
  • 2017 – 162,494 miles
  • 2016 – 140,984 miles
  • 2015 – 118,004 miles
  • 2014 – 94,878 miles
  • 2013 – 69,751 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass234,260 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake cable damaged but not to excess both have rust.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust centre box and rear silencer deteriorating.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Brake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake (corroded)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 29 Apr 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass234,260 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    234,260 miles
    Test number
    335620485965
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail234,260 miles (+1,775)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,260 miles
    Test number
    494730023026
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass232,485 miles (+2,536)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    232,485 miles
    Test number
    852453415384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass229,949 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    229,949 miles
    Test number
    414261297534
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail229,948 miles (+1,545)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,948 miles
    Test number
    866474533635
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers missing (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass228,403 miles (+7)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    228,403 miles
    Test number
    180181118018
    • MinorRear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess both have rust. (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box and rear silencer deteriorating.
  7. Fail228,396 miles (+7,233)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,396 miles
    Test number
    494870069984
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess both have rust. (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower engine / gearbox mount worn ? movement felt when engaging reverse.
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box and rear silencer deteriorating.
  8. Pass221,163 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    221,163 miles
    Test number
    726429578662
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Fail221,163 miles (+11,537)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,163 miles
    Test number
    694463715922
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass209,626 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    209,626 miles
    Test number
    403348208079
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake (corroded) (1.1.15 (a))
  11. Fail209,626 miles (+6,486)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,626 miles
    Test number
    681721061093
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake (corroded) (1.1.15 (a))
  12. Pass203,140 miles (+9,211)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    203,140 miles
    Test number
    857678594863
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust boxes corrode
  13. Pass193,929 miles (+17,562)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    193,929 miles
    Test number
    606645359514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass176,367 miles (+13,873)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    176,367 miles
    Test number
    630504665009
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated.
  15. Pass162,494 miles (+21,510)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    162,494 miles
    Test number
    409398807712
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  16. Pass140,984 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    140,984 miles
    Test number
    743748290668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail140,977 miles (+22,973)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,977 miles
    Test number
    609304813222
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  18. Pass118,004 miles (+23,126)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    118,004 miles
    Test number
    378015255138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass94,878 miles (+25,127)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    94,878 miles
    Test number
    736100364156
    • NoteEML on
  20. Pass69,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    69,751 miles
    Test number
    367669313167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail69,750 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,750 miles
    Test number
    995519513113
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about T55 UBF

Does T55 UBF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 UBF is valid until 17 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 UBF?
The MOT on T55 UBF is valid until 17 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 UBF done?
T55 UBF was recorded at 234,260 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 12,245 miles a year.
Has T55 UBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 UBF has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T55 UBF 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 UBF find?
T55 UBF passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects: central rear upper stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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