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Volkswagen Transporter

Multi-colour · Diesel · 2007 · 1,896 cc

T5 ABEMOT history

T5 ABE is a multi-colour diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 24 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 117,744 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
117,744 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,652 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 ABE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
24 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 ABE was last recorded at 117,744 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 17,781 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,963 miles · 18 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
17,781 miles
Average per year
6,652 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,744 miles
  • 2025 – 99,963 miles
  • 2024 – 82,724 miles
  • 2023 – 69,270 miles
  • 2022 – 58,951 miles
  • 2021 – 50,206 miles
  • 2020 – 43,534 miles
  • 2018 – 39,485 miles
  • 2017 – 37,332 miles
  • 2016 – 35,578 miles
  • 2015 – 32,866 miles
  • 2014 – 30,123 miles
  • 2013 – 25,257 miles
  • 2012 – 21,437 miles
  • 2011 – 18,545 miles
  • 2010 – 15,482 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,744 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,744 miles (+17,781)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    117,744 miles
    Test number
    673224872935
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass99,963 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    99,963 miles
    Test number
    679177557448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail99,903 miles (+17,179)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,903 miles
    Test number
    166324881243
    • MajorNearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass82,724 miles (+13,454)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    82,724 miles
    Test number
    516041383397
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass69,270 miles (+10,319)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    69,270 miles
    Test number
    914888581811
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Pass58,951 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    58,951 miles
    Test number
    429868161380
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail58,951 miles (+8,745)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,951 miles
    Test number
    220111713385
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass50,206 miles (+6,672)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    50,206 miles
    Test number
    494514563250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Puncture Repair
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass43,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    43,534 miles
    Test number
    741790843346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail43,534 miles (+4,049)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,534 miles
    Test number
    123728047426
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass39,485 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    39,485 miles
    Test number
    359357848040
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail39,485 miles (+2,153)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,485 miles
    Test number
    593183782765
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass37,332 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    37,332 miles
    Test number
    278452804057
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

  14. Fail37,332 miles (+1,754)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,332 miles
    Test number
    443748946560
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

  15. Pass35,578 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    35,578 miles
    Test number
    150045272657
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail35,578 miles (+2,712)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,578 miles
    Test number
    566260331271
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass32,866 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    32,866 miles
    Test number
    478648312740
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail32,866 miles (+2,743)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,866 miles
    Test number
    595881703499
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass30,123 miles (+4,866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    30,123 miles
    Test number
    957610054313
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass25,257 miles (+3,820)
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    25,257 miles
    Test number
    706006143346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,437 miles (+2,892)
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    21,437 miles
    Test number
    136069842384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,545 miles (+3,063)
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    18,545 miles
    Test number
    326914951329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,482 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    15,482 miles
    Test number
    491088740342
    • NoteO/s door mirror cracked

Questions about T5 ABE

Does T5 ABE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 ABE is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 ABE?
The MOT on T5 ABE is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 ABE done?
T5 ABE was recorded at 117,744 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 6,652 miles a year.
Has T5 ABE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 ABE has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T5 ABE 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 T5 ABE find?
T5 ABE passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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