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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

T55 VDCMOT history

T55 VDC is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 320,539 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
320,539 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
13,390 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 VDC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 VDC was last recorded at 320,539 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 2,687 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Oct 2015: 273,738 miles, lower than 325,773 miles on 23 Oct 2015.

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
317,852 miles · 28 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,687 miles
Average per year
13,390 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 320,539 miles
  • 2025 – 317,852 miles
  • 2024 – 305,282 miles
  • 2023 – 299,698 miles
  • 2022 – 298,000 miles
  • 2021 – 292,816 miles
  • 2020 – 292,032 miles
  • 2019 – 287,293 miles
  • 2018 – 283,871 miles
  • 2016 – 277,716 miles
  • 2015 – 273,738 miles
  • 2014 – 258,457 miles
  • 2013 – 250,101 miles
  • 2012 – 249,912 miles
  • 2011 – 230,825 miles
  • 2010 – 190,951 miles
  • 2009 – 152,769 miles
  • 2008 – 112,358 miles
  • 2007 – 72,648 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass320,539 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced iner sill jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySurface rust on underside\suspention components

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 23 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass320,539 miles (+2,687)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    320,539 miles
    Test number
    761482286411
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced iner sill jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface rust on underside\suspention components
  2. Pass317,852 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    317,852 miles
    Test number
    512258934010
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail317,851 miles (+12,569)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    317,851 miles
    Test number
    616087685230
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass305,282 miles (+5,584)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    305,282 miles
    Test number
    848219594439
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material abs pump to over tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass299,698 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    299,698 miles
    Test number
    182923813807
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail299,698 miles (+1,698)1 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    299,698 miles
    Test number
    779711280761
    • DangerousRear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass298,000 miles (+5,184)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    298,000 miles
    Test number
    761526203527
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass292,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    292,816 miles
    Test number
    211163043995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail292,816 miles (+784)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    292,816 miles
    Test number
    628001269358
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass292,032 miles (+4,739)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    292,032 miles
    Test number
    707960345517
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass287,293 miles (+141)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    287,293 miles
    Test number
    795450689621
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view marked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive suggest investigate (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess corroded (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield touching system
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  12. Fail287,152 miles (+3,281)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    287,152 miles
    Test number
    763250266289
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view marked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive suggest investigate (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess corroded (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield touching system
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  13. Pass283,871 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    283,871 miles
    Test number
    590379610536
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner tyre worn inner edge/outer cut
    • AdvisoryOffside Front windscreen marked/not in drivers view
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  14. Fail283,871 miles (+6,155)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    283,871 miles
    Test number
    449403221610
    • FailureCentral Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release missing (5.2.5a)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner tyre worn inner edge/outer cut
    • AdvisoryOffside Front windscreen marked/not in drivers view
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  15. Pass277,716 miles (+43)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    277,716 miles
    Test number
    817279752288
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryDampness noted around o/s steering rack boot area
    • AdvisoryO/s drive shaft oil seal leaking
    • AdvisoryO/s/r panel damage noted
    • AdvisoryO/s/r wheel rim repair noted
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section deterioated
  16. Fail277,673 miles (+3,935)6 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    277,673 miles
    Test number
    812296796156
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryDampness noted around o/s steering rack boot area
    • AdvisoryO/s drive shaft oil seal leaking
    • AdvisoryO/s/r panel damage noted
    • AdvisoryO/s/r wheel rim repair noted
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section deterioated
  17. Pass273,738 miles (-52,035)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    273,738 miles
    Test number
    159661755173
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre on limit
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs slightly worn
    • AdvisoryRear tyres close to limit
    • AdvisorySlight play n/s steering rack
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked
  18. Fail325,773 miles (+52,053)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    325,773 miles
    Test number
    450233285381
    • FailureNearside Front Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose track rod end (2.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill slighly damaged
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres close to limit bald on shoulders
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on
  19. Fail273,720 miles (+15,263)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    273,720 miles
    Test number
    675728681002
    • FailureNearside Front Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose track rod end (2.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill slighly damaged
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres close to limit bald on shoulders
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on
  20. Pass258,457 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    258,457 miles
    Test number
    286120964138
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  21. Fail258,457 miles (+8,356)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,457 miles
    Test number
    107927754189
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  22. Pass250,101 miles (+189)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    250,101 miles
    Test number
    559547603095
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  23. Fail249,912 miles (+19,087)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,912 miles
    Test number
    348082552313
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  24. Fail230,825 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,825 miles
    Test number
    328410751360
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  25. Pass230,825 miles (+39,874)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    230,825 miles
    Test number
    889240051399
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  26. Pass190,951 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    190,951 miles
    Test number
    984314830376
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth sides front inner cv gaitors are split
    • NoteN/s/f inner trach rod has slight play
  27. Fail190,951 miles (+38,182)7 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,951 miles
    Test number
    492931130420
    • FailureFront Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth sides front inner cv gaitors are split
    • NoteN/s/f inner trach rod has slight play
  28. Pass152,769 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    152,769 miles
    Test number
    971135399210
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  29. Fail152,769 miles (+40,411)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,769 miles
    Test number
    584042599257
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  30. Pass112,358 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    112,358 miles
    Test number
    393086808348
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  31. Fail112,358 miles (+39,710)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,358 miles
    Test number
    110246108308
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  32. Pass72,648 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    72,648 miles
    Test number
    752156997276
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T55 VDC

Does T55 VDC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 VDC is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 VDC?
The MOT on T55 VDC is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 VDC done?
T55 VDC was recorded at 320,539 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 13,390 miles a year.
Has T55 VDC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 VDC has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T55 VDC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Oct 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T55 VDC find?
T55 VDC passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced iner sill jacking point; oil leak, but not excessive; surface rust on underside\suspention components.

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