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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,460 cc

T5 BWUMOT history

T5 BWU is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 20 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 211,219 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
211,219 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,442 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 BWU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
20 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 BWU was last recorded at 211,219 miles on 19 Dec 2025, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
211,196 miles · 4 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
11,442 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 211,219 miles
  • 2024 – 202,031 miles
  • 2023 – 193,866 miles
  • 2022 – 185,700 miles
  • 2021 – 180,622 miles
  • 2020 – 176,144 miles
  • 2019 – 172,092 miles
  • 2018 – 166,948 miles
  • 2017 – 150,972 miles
  • 2016 – 136,672 miles
  • 2015 – 120,300 miles
  • 2014 – 101,575 miles
  • 2013 – 78,898 miles
  • 2012 – 62,103 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass211,219 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Central exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass211,219 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    211,219 miles
    Test number
    808177857593
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail211,196 miles (+9,165)1 dangerous7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,196 miles
    Test number
    523655298559
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass202,031 miles (+8,165)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    202,031 miles
    Test number
    499151772485
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass193,866 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    193,866 miles
    Test number
    302105805851
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres streched on the wheel rims
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail193,862 miles (+8,162)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,862 miles
    Test number
    844880844749
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres streched on the wheel rims
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass185,700 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    185,700 miles
    Test number
    720295347429
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  7. Fail185,700 miles (+5,078)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,700 miles
    Test number
    119501026535
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  8. Pass180,622 miles (+136)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    180,622 miles
    Test number
    170613660592
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroded

  9. Fail180,486 miles (+4,342)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,486 miles
    Test number
    792718427582
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroded

  10. Pass176,144 miles (+4,052)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    176,144 miles
    Test number
    142852212337
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  11. Pass172,092 miles (+5,144)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    172,092 miles
    Test number
    912937362060
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers corroded

  12. Pass166,948 miles (+15,976)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    166,948 miles
    Test number
    977762273471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass150,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    150,972 miles
    Test number
    127277604484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail150,972 miles (+14,300)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,972 miles
    Test number
    464109762782
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass136,672 miles (+16,372)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    136,672 miles
    Test number
    147574672199
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass120,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    120,300 miles
    Test number
    817106873265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail120,300 miles (+18,725)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,300 miles
    Test number
    878934146424
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass101,575 miles (+22,677)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    101,575 miles
    Test number
    837199234316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass78,898 miles (+16,795)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    78,898 miles
    Test number
    845333533375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass62,103 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    62,103 miles
    Test number
    239492042333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 BWU

Does T5 BWU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 BWU is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T5 BWU?
The MOT on T5 BWU is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 BWU done?
T5 BWU was recorded at 211,219 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2025, an average of 11,442 miles a year.
Has T5 BWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 BWU has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T5 BWU 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 BWU find?
T5 BWU passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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