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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

T5 BWLMOT history

T5 BWL is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 6 Jul 2006. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 169,659 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jul 2027
Mileage
169,659 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,233 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 BWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
6 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 BWL was last recorded at 169,659 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,657 miles · 18 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
7,233 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,659 miles
  • 2025 – 165,353 miles
  • 2024 – 163,266 miles
  • 2023 – 161,087 miles
  • 2022 – 159,092 miles
  • 2021 – 157,532 miles
  • 2020 – 154,337 miles
  • 2019 – 148,927 miles
  • 2018 – 144,278 miles
  • 2017 – 137,593 miles
  • 2016 – 127,588 miles
  • 2015 – 116,802 miles
  • 2014 – 110,000 miles
  • 2013 – 104,384 miles
  • 2012 – 89,074 miles
  • 2011 – 74,461 miles
  • 2010 – 61,851 miles
  • 2009 – 45,760 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,659 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear silencer casing corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 15 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,659 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    169,659 miles
    Test number
    829554669150
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail169,657 miles (+4,304)1 dangerous7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,657 miles
    Test number
    233519472422
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pressure/vacuum build up too slow (1.1.3 (b))
    • MajorBraking system leaking vac pipe split and has been repaired before (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass165,353 miles5 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    165,353 miles
    Test number
    913403320959
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  4. Fail165,353 miles (+2,087)2 repaired5 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,353 miles
    Test number
    307100107087
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  5. Pass163,266 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    163,266 miles
    Test number
    162164116255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail163,263 miles (+2,176)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,263 miles
    Test number
    630826682289
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass161,087 miles (+1,995)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    161,087 miles
    Test number
    750495380278
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass159,092 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    159,092 miles
    Test number
    597400633131
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail159,091 miles (+1,559)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,091 miles
    Test number
    106852186764
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass157,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    157,532 miles
    Test number
    139892998316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail157,532 miles (+3,195)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,532 miles
    Test number
    185867506565
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn knocking when carrying out the brake test (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working also the nearside center stop lamp assembly is very dim (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt there is slight play in the joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass154,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    154,337 miles
    Test number
    255424096410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail154,337 miles (+5,410)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,337 miles
    Test number
    803647937142
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jet apears to be partially blocked (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryThere is a bracket on the offside drive shaft that both bolts have come out of leaving it insecure

  14. Pass148,927 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    148,927 miles
    Test number
    694051231269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryMiddle and rear exhaust boxes are rusty

  15. Fail148,927 miles (+4,649)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,927 miles
    Test number
    855713013522
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryMiddle and rear exhaust boxes are rusty

  16. Pass144,278 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    144,278 miles
    Test number
    506079773338
    • AdvisoryRear silencer casing corroded

  17. Fail144,278 miles (+6,685)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,278 miles
    Test number
    895294059962
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer casing corroded

  18. Pass137,593 miles (+10,005)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    137,593 miles
    Test number
    447920611271
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside front shock slight leak

  19. Pass127,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    127,588 miles
    Test number
    911518645857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail127,588 miles (+10,786)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,588 miles
    Test number
    708854791896
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass116,802 miles1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    116,802 miles
    Test number
    467894075116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAbnormal front tyre ware.
    • NoteAll suspension bump stops missing.
    • NoteBrake ware indicator illuminated.
    • NoteCenter and rear exhaust corroded.
    • NoteNon standard suspension fitted to vehicle.
    • NoteO/S & N/S/R Coil springs slightly insecure on jacking up vehicle.

  22. Fail116,800 miles (+6,800)7 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,800 miles
    Test number
    388844975127
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAbnormal front tyre ware.
    • NoteAll suspension bump stops missing.
    • NoteBrake ware indicator illuminated.
    • NoteCenter and rear exhaust corroded.
    • NoteNon standard suspension fitted to vehicle.

  23. Pass110,000 miles (+5,616)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    110,000 miles
    Test number
    547858574168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass104,384 miles (+15,310)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    104,384 miles
    Test number
    488142973118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass89,074 miles (+14,613)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    89,074 miles
    Test number
    236727562190
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  26. Pass74,461 miles (+12,610)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    74,461 miles
    Test number
    858905451153
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass61,851 miles (+16,091)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    61,851 miles
    Test number
    251135250136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail45,760 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,760 miles
    Test number
    223505139105
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  29. Pass45,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    45,760 miles
    Test number
    484465239119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 BWL

Does T5 BWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 BWL is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 BWL?
The MOT on T5 BWL is valid until 1 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 BWL done?
T5 BWL was recorded at 169,659 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 7,233 miles a year.
Has T5 BWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 BWL has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 BWL 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 BWL find?
T5 BWL passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive; suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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