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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2006 · 2,500 cc

N5 HLTMOT history

N5 HLT is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 5 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 299,391 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

N5 HLT white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
299,391 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
16,156 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N5 HLT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
5 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N5 HLT was last recorded at 299,391 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 158 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
299,233 miles · 19 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
158 miles
Average per year
16,156 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 299,391 miles
  • 2025 – 294,805 miles
  • 2024 – 293,909 miles
  • 2023 – 292,839 miles
  • 2022 – 291,166 miles
  • 2021 – 287,887 miles
  • 2019 – 287,881 miles
  • 2018 – 285,450 miles
  • 2016 – 272,770 miles
  • 2015 – 221,542 miles
  • 2014 – 171,717 miles
  • 2013 – 114,281 miles
  • 2012 – 79,349 miles
  • 2011 – 45,615 miles
  • 2009 – 34,388 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass299,391 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass299,391 miles (+158)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    299,391 miles
    Test number
    986890684783
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail299,233 miles (+4,428)1 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    299,233 miles
    Test number
    337873166073
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass294,805 miles (+896)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    294,805 miles
    Test number
    373374054334
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear ,front subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass293,909 miles (+1,070)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    293,909 miles
    Test number
    103470479276
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass292,839 miles (+1,673)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    292,839 miles
    Test number
    554976218168
    • 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. Pass291,166 miles (+3,279)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    291,166 miles
    Test number
    574020144650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass287,887 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    287,887 miles
    Test number
    522030103585
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage banjo bolt (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail287,887 miles (+6)3 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    287,887 miles
    Test number
    121343094306
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage banjo bolt (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass287,881 miles (+28)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    287,881 miles
    Test number
    905141287324
    • MinorCentral 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail287,853 miles (+2,403)6 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    287,853 miles
    Test number
    160167190555
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorCentral 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))
    • 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))

  11. Pass285,450 miles (+12,680)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    285,450 miles
    Test number
    608515857940
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass272,770 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    272,770 miles
    Test number
    406050529621
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  13. Fail272,770 miles (+51,228)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    272,770 miles
    Test number
    510256572610
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  14. Pass221,542 miles (+49,825)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    221,542 miles
    Test number
    367503628758
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Pass171,717 miles (+57,436)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    171,717 miles
    Test number
    339652894186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass114,281 miles (+34,932)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    114,281 miles
    Test number
    726792543135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,349 miles (+33,734)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    79,349 miles
    Test number
    705085462027
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass45,615 miles (+11,227)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    45,615 miles
    Test number
    377476721071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,388 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    34,388 miles
    Test number
    102377649205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail34,388 miles1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,388 miles
    Test number
    780027949288
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Questions about N5 HLT

Does N5 HLT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N5 HLT is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on N5 HLT?
The MOT on N5 HLT is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N5 HLT done?
N5 HLT was recorded at 299,391 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 16,156 miles a year.
Has N5 HLT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N5 HLT has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on N5 HLT 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 N5 HLT find?
N5 HLT passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: coil spring corroded all springs; headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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