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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

T5 BCVMOT history

T5 BCV is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 20 Apr 2011. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 169,745 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
169,745 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,144 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 BCV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
20 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 BCV was last recorded at 169,745 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 5,172 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,573 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,172 miles
Average per year
6,144 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,745 miles
  • 2025 – 164,573 miles
  • 2024 – 160,884 miles
  • 2023 – 158,601 miles
  • 2022 – 155,803 miles
  • 2021 – 153,830 miles
  • 2019 – 149,002 miles
  • 2018 – 146,125 miles
  • 2017 – 143,605 miles
  • 2016 – 132,786 miles
  • 2015 – 117,360 miles
  • 2014 – 93,447 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,745 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust silencer skins corroded
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Coil spring corroded ALL corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 7 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,745 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    169,745 miles
    Test number
    567325413291
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer skins corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail169,745 miles (+5,172)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,745 miles
    Test number
    278033563801
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer skins corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass164,573 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    164,573 miles
    Test number
    337481823669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail164,570 miles (+3,686)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,570 miles
    Test number
    961896710939
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear reflector missing both (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass160,884 miles (+2,283)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    160,884 miles
    Test number
    333969859573
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer skin of rear exhaust corroded

  6. Pass158,601 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    158,601 miles
    Test number
    398407014390
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter skin of exhaust corroded

  7. Fail158,601 miles (+2,798)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,601 miles
    Test number
    444605551886
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter skin of exhaust corroded

  8. Pass155,803 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    155,803 miles
    Test number
    236888429884
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged outer cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail155,803 miles (+1,973)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,803 miles
    Test number
    147413023553
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged outer cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass153,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    153,830 miles
    Test number
    239994425261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail153,830 miles (+4,828)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,830 miles
    Test number
    737769182707
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged o/s front tyre side wall damaged tyre run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass149,002 miles (+2,877)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    149,002 miles
    Test number
    426827457977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass146,125 miles (+2,520)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2019
    Odometer
    146,125 miles
    Test number
    909018144822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass143,605 miles (+10,819)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    143,605 miles
    Test number
    978394523060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass132,786 miles (+15,426)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    132,786 miles
    Test number
    469299666348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass117,360 miles (+23,913)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    117,360 miles
    Test number
    616620825158
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass93,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    93,447 miles
    Test number
    198267394485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 BCV

Does T5 BCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 BCV is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 BCV?
The MOT on T5 BCV is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 BCV done?
T5 BCV was recorded at 169,745 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 6,144 miles a year.
Has T5 BCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 BCV has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 BCV 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 BCV find?
T5 BCV passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust silencer skins corroded; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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