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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 2007 · 2,460 cc

T5 BWYMOT history

T5 BWY is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 3 Aug 2007. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 30 MOT tests, with 163,956 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
163,956 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
16 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,904 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 BWY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
3 Aug 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 BWY was last recorded at 163,956 miles on 19 Feb 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Sept 2016: 89,196 miles, lower than 293,031 miles on 30 Jul 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
163,954 miles · 17 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,904 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,956 miles
  • 2025 – 157,712 miles
  • 2024 – 150,939 miles
  • 2023 – 146,729 miles
  • 2022 – 140,234 miles
  • 2020 – 133,602 miles
  • 2019 – 126,865 miles
  • 2018 – 117,584 miles
  • 2017 – 96,000 miles
  • 2016 – 89,207 miles
  • 2015 – 293,031 miles
  • 2014 – 253,657 miles
  • 2013 – 215,889 miles
  • 2012 – 179,009 miles
  • 2011 – 142,760 miles
  • 2010 – 103,199 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,956 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2019

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 Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust in poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 29 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,956 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    163,956 miles
    Test number
    808107259217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail163,954 miles (+6,242)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,954 miles
    Test number
    906243836867
    • MajorFront Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear mount attached to subframe / engine (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass157,712 miles (+6,773)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    157,712 miles
    Test number
    223929372601
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust condition poor

  4. Pass150,939 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    150,939 miles
    Test number
    776837307026
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  5. Fail150,939 miles (+18)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,939 miles
    Test number
    738771865657
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  6. Fail150,921 miles (+4,192)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,921 miles
    Test number
    908691351921
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle fouling inner arch liner and inner bodywork (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  7. Pass146,729 miles (+6,495)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    146,729 miles
    Test number
    121726986989
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  8. Pass140,234 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    140,234 miles
    Test number
    472414153445
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition

  9. Fail140,234 miles (+6,632)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,234 miles
    Test number
    876269413293
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition

  10. Pass133,602 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    133,602 miles
    Test number
    784821398356
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  11. Fail133,600 miles (+6,735)2 dangerous7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,600 miles
    Test number
    545221453647
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  12. Pass126,865 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    126,865 miles
    Test number
    350174032058
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust badly corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s headlamp levelling motor slow to operate
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s steering rack

  13. Fail126,865 miles (+9,281)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,865 miles
    Test number
    844795010880
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached is detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced flickering (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced flickering (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust badly corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s steering rack

  14. Pass117,584 miles (+122)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    117,584 miles
    Test number
    368641752073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail117,462 miles (+21,462)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,462 miles
    Test number
    875730384524
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  16. Pass96,000 miles (+6,793)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    96,000 miles
    Test number
    287497087536
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  17. Pass89,207 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    89,207 miles
    Test number
    445769818329
    • AdvisoryEmissions too low to register
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail89,196 miles (-203,835)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,196 miles
    Test number
    645577596509
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEmissions too low to register
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass293,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    293,031 miles
    Test number
    707561015231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail293,026 miles (+39,369)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    293,026 miles
    Test number
    735651015229
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass253,657 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    253,657 miles
    Test number
    486103014212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail253,653 miles (+37,764)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,653 miles
    Test number
    299672514230
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • NotePower steering noisy

  23. Fail215,889 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,889 miles
    Test number
    235055003205
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteThe n/s driveshaft outer gaiter is split on the small end but prevents the ingress of dirt/water
    • NoteThere appears to be an engine oil leak

  24. Pass215,889 miles (+36,880)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    215,889 miles
    Test number
    356995803420
    • NoteThe n/s driveshaft outer gaiter is split on the small end but prevents the ingress of dirt/water
    • NoteThere appears to be an engine oil leak

  25. Pass179,009 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    179,009 miles
    Test number
    366760312260
    • NoteEngine management light on

  26. Fail179,009 miles (+36,249)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,009 miles
    Test number
    947859502261
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  27. Pass142,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    142,760 miles
    Test number
    649088501247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail142,760 miles (+39,561)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,760 miles
    Test number
    659268701297
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Pass103,199 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    103,199 miles
    Test number
    302250810250
    • NoteN/s/f tyre nailed/ n/s/r lens cracked/ wipers poor/ rear discs worn/ n/s/r brake back plate missing

  30. Fail103,199 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,199 miles
    Test number
    763630710236
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre nailed/ n/s/r lens cracked/ wipers poor/ rear discs worn/ n/s/r brake back plate missing

Questions about T5 BWY

Does T5 BWY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 BWY is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 BWY?
The MOT on T5 BWY is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 BWY done?
T5 BWY was recorded at 163,956 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2026, an average of 3,904 miles a year.
Has T5 BWY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 BWY has failed 14 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 BWY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Sept 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T5 BWY find?
T5 BWY passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; offside seat belt buckle slightly damaged; oil leak, but not excessive.

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