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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

T55 YEHMOT history

T55 YEH is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 21 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 269,552 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Aug 2027
Mileage
269,552 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
10,995 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 YEH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 YEH was last recorded at 269,552 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
269,551 miles · 18 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
10,995 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 269,552 miles
  • 2025 – 259,186 miles
  • 2024 – 251,717 miles
  • 2023 – 244,625 miles
  • 2022 – 234,621 miles
  • 2021 – 224,424 miles
  • 2020 – 215,261 miles
  • 2019 – 206,240 miles
  • 2018 – 197,074 miles
  • 2017 – 185,405 miles
  • 2016 – 176,079 miles
  • 2015 – 164,091 miles
  • 2014 – 152,841 miles
  • 2012 – 136,027 miles
  • 2011 – 121,116 miles
  • 2010 – 104,905 miles
  • 2008 – 75,563 miles
  • 2007 – 57,352 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass269,552 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Gearbox mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge various

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

33 tests since 4 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass269,552 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    269,552 miles
    Test number
    101479113524
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail269,551 miles (+10,365)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    269,551 miles
    Test number
    236544074258
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass259,186 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    259,186 miles
    Test number
    171115007652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail259,104 miles (+7,387)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    259,104 miles
    Test number
    748971302755
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass251,717 miles (+7,092)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    251,717 miles
    Test number
    439744316474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass244,625 miles (+10,004)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    244,625 miles
    Test number
    446955811948
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass234,621 miles (+90)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    234,621 miles
    Test number
    881916732968
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail234,531 miles (+10,107)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,531 miles
    Test number
    380259086379
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass224,424 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    224,424 miles
    Test number
    299311327359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail224,378 miles (+9,117)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,378 miles
    Test number
    738117406218
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass215,261 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    215,261 miles
    Test number
    660129396181
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail215,260 miles (+9,020)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,260 miles
    Test number
    364025214096
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass206,240 miles (+296)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    206,240 miles
    Test number
    763010182932
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge various (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail205,944 miles (+8,870)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,944 miles
    Test number
    229253972661
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge various (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass197,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    197,074 miles
    Test number
    700865879817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail197,074 miles (+11,669)2 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,074 miles
    Test number
    752527658883
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  17. Pass185,405 miles (+225)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    185,405 miles
    Test number
    706986094388
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust in poor condition

  18. Fail185,180 miles (+9,101)2 dangerous5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,180 miles
    Test number
    438262965164
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush wishbone front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar missing bracket bolt missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust in poor condition

  19. Pass176,079 miles (+1,674)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    176,079 miles
    Test number
    147441677140
    • 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)

  20. Pass174,405 miles (+242)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    174,405 miles
    Test number
    628218392940
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail174,163 miles (+10,072)2 dangerous6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,163 miles
    Test number
    336825533596
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass164,091 miles (+144)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    164,091 miles
    Test number
    335205715111
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySeat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail163,947 miles (+11,106)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,947 miles
    Test number
    166112915114
    • FailureFront engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySeat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass152,841 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    152,841 miles
    Test number
    259145104485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Fail152,841 miles (+16,814)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,841 miles
    Test number
    885091504196
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  26. Pass136,027 miles (+14,911)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    136,027 miles
    Test number
    315461412342
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  27. Pass121,116 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    121,116 miles
    Test number
    728198511224
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  28. Fail121,116 miles (+16,211)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,116 miles
    Test number
    429126211288
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle (2.3.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  29. Pass104,905 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    104,905 miles
    Test number
    374245620102
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  30. Fail104,905 miles (+29,342)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,905 miles
    Test number
    573255520101
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  31. Pass75,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    75,563 miles
    Test number
    492675988181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail75,563 miles (+18,211)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,563 miles
    Test number
    533415588149
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass57,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    57,352 miles
    Test number
    113314927159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T55 YEH

Does T55 YEH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 YEH is valid until 21 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 YEH?
The MOT on T55 YEH is valid until 21 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 YEH done?
T55 YEH was recorded at 269,552 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 10,995 miles a year.
Has T55 YEH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 YEH has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T55 YEH 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 YEH find?
T55 YEH passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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