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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

T55 XVWMOT history

T55 XVW is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 8 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 145,454 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
145,454 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,670 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 XVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
8 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 XVW was last recorded at 145,454 miles on 5 May 2026, 8,817 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,637 miles · 7 May 2025
Between the last two tests
8,817 miles
Average per year
4,670 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,454 miles
  • 2025 – 136,637 miles
  • 2024 – 133,327 miles
  • 2023 – 131,176 miles
  • 2022 – 128,044 miles
  • 2021 – 124,488 miles
  • 2020 – 121,798 miles
  • 2019 – 117,119 miles
  • 2018 – 111,805 miles
  • 2017 – 104,023 miles
  • 2016 – 98,282 miles
  • 2010 – 88,656 miles
  • 2009 – 76,243 miles
  • 2008 – 65,305 miles
  • 2007 – 57,431 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,454 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass145,454 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    145,454 miles
    Test number
    845576102985
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail145,454 miles (+8,817)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,454 miles
    Test number
    926852152349
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass136,637 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    136,637 miles
    Test number
    747194672908
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail136,637 miles (+3,310)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,637 miles
    Test number
    609115846729
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass133,327 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    133,327 miles
    Test number
    145288328520
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail133,327 miles (+2,151)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,327 miles
    Test number
    117976400342
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass131,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    131,176 miles
    Test number
    186336929351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail131,176 miles (+3,132)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,176 miles
    Test number
    609760197236
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  9. Pass128,044 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    128,044 miles
    Test number
    252146052971
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  10. Fail128,043 miles (+3,555)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,043 miles
    Test number
    858632764858
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  11. Pass124,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    124,488 miles
    Test number
    958297868686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail124,488 miles (+2,690)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,488 miles
    Test number
    743351393585
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  13. Pass121,798 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    121,798 miles
    Test number
    107337596278
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail121,798 miles (+4,679)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,798 miles
    Test number
    548952141478
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass117,119 miles (+39)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    117,119 miles
    Test number
    574231610605
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  16. Fail117,080 miles (+5,275)3 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,080 miles
    Test number
    810113907200
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  17. Pass111,805 miles (+7,782)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    111,805 miles
    Test number
    884468173472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass104,023 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    104,023 miles
    Test number
    382840448670
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail104,023 miles (+5,741)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,023 miles
    Test number
    422334284488
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass98,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    98,282 miles
    Test number
    184229820505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail98,282 miles (+9,626)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,282 miles
    Test number
    960683329369
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault in dash (3.4.1c)

  22. Pass88,656 miles (+12,413)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    88,656 miles
    Test number
    871060240219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass76,243 miles (+10,938)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    76,243 miles
    Test number
    292373739267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass65,305 miles (+7,874)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    65,305 miles
    Test number
    730619038245
    • NoteRear brake discs getting rusty

  25. Pass57,431 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    57,431 miles
    Test number
    464070587159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T55 XVW

Does T55 XVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 XVW is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 XVW?
The MOT on T55 XVW is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 XVW done?
T55 XVW was recorded at 145,454 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 4,670 miles a year.
Has T55 XVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 XVW has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T55 XVW 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 XVW find?
T55 XVW passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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