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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

T5 DXXMOT history

T5 DXX is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 13 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 222,884 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
222,884 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,992 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 DXX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 DXX was last recorded at 222,884 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 7,968 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,916 miles · 24 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,968 miles
Average per year
5,992 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 222,884 miles
  • 2025 – 214,916 miles
  • 2024 – 212,963 miles
  • 2023 – 209,561 miles
  • 2021 – 205,224 miles
  • 2019 – 200,151 miles
  • 2018 – 196,460 miles
  • 2017 – 190,272 miles
  • 2016 – 184,680 miles
  • 2015 – 178,460 miles
  • 2014 – 172,740 miles
  • 2013 – 166,793 miles
  • 2012 – 159,376 miles
  • 2011 – 149,634 miles
  • 2010 – 139,925 miles
  • 2009 – 126,278 miles
  • 2008 – 116,936 miles
  • 2007 – 105,583 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass222,884 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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))
  • AdvisoryRear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • All 4 road tyres wearing edges and damaged outer sidewalls

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass222,884 miles (+7,968)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    222,884 miles
    Test number
    897007987788
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  2. Pass214,916 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    214,916 miles
    Test number
    478759152804
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Fail214,914 miles (+1,951)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,914 miles
    Test number
    236938085646
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass212,963 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    212,963 miles
    Test number
    261973786456
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Fail212,962 miles (+3,401)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,962 miles
    Test number
    149495584885
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass209,561 miles (+4,337)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    209,561 miles
    Test number
    171320035952
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front & both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearward bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNote ; Various covers , underguards & mouldings fitted , restricting views
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearward bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil around mounting (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass205,224 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    205,224 miles
    Test number
    841959432193
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 , lowering (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished / cracking , also tread low , balding on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNote ; Tyres appear to be underinflated
    • AdvisoryNote ; Various covers , under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on suspension arm ( corroded ) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall damaged also tread balding on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail205,224 miles (+5,073)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,224 miles
    Test number
    340328617211
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low up / down adjuster incomplete , reflector insecure (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen jets deflected by bonnet cover (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 , lowering (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished / cracking , also tread low , balding on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNote ; Tyres appear to be underinflated
    • AdvisoryNote ; Various covers , under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on suspension arm ( corroded ) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall damaged also tread balding on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass200,151 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    200,151 miles
    Test number
    769979687048
    • AdvisoryAll coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres damaged on sidewall due to under inflation
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertreys fitted, covering some components
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencers corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/S/F headlamp aim at lower limit
    • AdvisoryO/S/R tyre has cut in sidewall no cords showing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded at hoses and covered in grease
  10. Fail200,151 miles (+3,691)2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,151 miles
    Test number
    959167202313
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres damaged on sidewall due to under inflation
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertreys fitted, covering some components
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencers corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/S/F headlamp aim at lower limit
    • AdvisoryO/S/R tyre has cut in sidewall no cords showing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded at hoses and covered in grease
  11. Pass196,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    196,460 miles
    Test number
    453522712311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail196,460 miles (+6,188)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,460 miles
    Test number
    480526463264
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  13. Pass190,272 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    190,272 miles
    Test number
    926073739709
    • AdvisoryAll 4 road tyres wearing edges and damaged outer sidewalls
    • AdvisoryFront and rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  14. Fail190,272 miles (+5,592)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,272 miles
    Test number
    132369420431
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 road tyres wearing edges and damaged outer sidewalls
    • AdvisoryFront and rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  15. Pass184,680 miles (+6,220)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    184,680 miles
    Test number
    780148720452
    • AdvisoryDamage o/s/r tyre sidewall
  16. Pass178,460 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    178,460 miles
    Test number
    427001495057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOffside front and nearside rear tyres have cuts in sidewalls.
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread is worn smooth on both edges.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Fail178,460 miles (+5,720)4 failures3 repaired1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,460 miles
    Test number
    347171495054
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOffside front and nearside rear tyres have cuts in sidewalls.
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread is worn smooth on both edges.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  18. Pass172,740 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    172,740 miles
    Test number
    219213064079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail172,678 miles (+5,885)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,678 miles
    Test number
    466368354038
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
  20. Pass166,793 miles (+380)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    166,793 miles
    Test number
    458316463068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs rusty
    • NoteRear upper brake light lens missing
  21. Fail166,413 miles (+7,037)1 failure5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,413 miles
    Test number
    606040163066
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arm rear bushes slightly worn
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs rusty
    • NoteRear upper brake light lens missing
  22. Pass159,376 miles (+9,742)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    159,376 miles
    Test number
    278381862034
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth exhaust boxes slightly rusty
  23. Pass149,634 miles (+9,709)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    149,634 miles
    Test number
    256772761050
    • NoteExhaust rear box starting to corrode
    • NoteNear side door mirror surround insecure
  24. Pass139,925 miles (+13,647)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    139,925 miles
    Test number
    194547460037
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteRear brake disc starting to rust
  25. Pass126,278 miles (+9,342)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    126,278 miles
    Test number
    810520479037
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  26. Pass116,936 miles (+11,353)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    116,936 miles
    Test number
    111098358482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass105,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    105,583 miles
    Test number
    362605867041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail105,583 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,583 miles
    Test number
    624725267030
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about T5 DXX

Does T5 DXX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 DXX is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 DXX?
The MOT on T5 DXX is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 DXX done?
T5 DXX was recorded at 222,884 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 5,992 miles a year.
Has T5 DXX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 DXX has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T5 DXX 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 DXX find?
T5 DXX passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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