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Volkswagen Transporter

Black and Green · Diesel · 2004 · 2,460 cc

T5 EMUMOT history

T5 EMU is a black and green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 23 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 17 Aug 2026 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 161,832 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Aug 2026
Mileage
161,832 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,624 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 EMU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black and Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T5 EMU was last recorded at 161,832 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 586 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,246 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
586 miles
Average per year
5,624 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,832 miles
  • 2025 – 161,246 miles
  • 2024 – 157,355 miles
  • 2023 – 153,718 miles
  • 2022 – 149,287 miles
  • 2021 – 147,812 miles
  • 2020 – 145,771 miles
  • 2019 – 142,283 miles
  • 2018 – 136,102 miles
  • 2017 – 126,394 miles
  • 2015 – 109,864 miles
  • 2014 – 105,105 miles
  • 2013 – 100,091 miles
  • 2012 – 95,648 miles
  • 2011 – 92,998 miles
  • 2010 – 86,040 miles
  • 2009 – 79,016 miles
  • 2008 – 66,870 miles
  • 2007 – 53,433 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail161,832 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  • AdvisoryOil warning light flashing during last 2 smoke readings
  • AdvisoryPad warning light on

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 4 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail161,832 miles (+586)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,832 miles
    Test number
    233095096432
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryOil warning light flashing during last 2 smoke readings
    • AdvisoryPad warning light on

  2. Pass161,246 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    161,246 miles
    Test number
    950402871974
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail161,245 miles (+3,890)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,245 miles
    Test number
    161208874948
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill inside drivers door (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass157,355 miles (+3,637)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    157,355 miles
    Test number
    298881406891
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass153,718 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    153,718 miles
    Test number
    346205701617
    • AdvisoryCentral Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Damage outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe on arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill area both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All front suspension excluding shocks, springs and anti roll bar links. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail153,715 miles (+4,428)1 dangerous4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,715 miles
    Test number
    277575468027
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All front suspension corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe on arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill area on both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Arm and spring on both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass149,287 miles (+1,475)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    149,287 miles
    Test number
    913676343228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass147,812 miles (+2,041)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    147,812 miles
    Test number
    840773647556
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded.

  9. Pass145,771 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    145,771 miles
    Test number
    745348482092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail145,768 miles (+3,485)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,768 miles
    Test number
    854114720370
    • MajorEmission control equipment obviously defective (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Pass142,283 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    142,283 miles
    Test number
    952991421835
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust silencer slightly loose and rear silencer outer skins corroded (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail142,283 miles (+6,181)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,283 miles
    Test number
    601867275707
    • DangerousOffside Front calliper spring clip missing
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust silencer slightly loose and rear silencer outer skins corroded (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass136,102 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    136,102 miles
    Test number
    441628684674
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system damaged
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre damaged by underinflation

  14. Fail136,099 miles (+9,705)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,099 miles
    Test number
    958451746166
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system damaged
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre damaged by underinflation

  15. Pass126,394 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    126,394 miles
    Test number
    834446406854
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Fail126,393 miles (+16,529)2 dangerous9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,393 miles
    Test number
    255005350151
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass109,864 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    109,864 miles
    Test number
    815146497762
    • AdvisoryExhaust middle silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn

  18. Fail109,864 miles (+4,759)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,864 miles
    Test number
    744411606724
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureStop lamp not working high level (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust middle silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn

  19. Pass105,105 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    105,105 miles
    Test number
    127487844205
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail105,104 miles (+5,013)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,104 miles
    Test number
    728914144226
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass100,091 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    100,091 miles
    Test number
    336590503297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail100,090 miles (+4,442)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,090 miles
    Test number
    606413693185
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  23. Pass95,648 miles (+2,650)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    95,648 miles
    Test number
    556331692147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass92,998 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    92,998 miles
    Test number
    455373841138
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront discs worn

  25. Fail92,998 miles (+106)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,998 miles
    Test number
    848073741170
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront discs worn

  26. Fail92,892 miles (+6,852)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,892 miles
    Test number
    549250831111
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  27. Pass86,040 miles (+7,024)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2011
    Odometer
    86,040 miles
    Test number
    251150810496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight crack in offside rear light lens

  28. Pass79,016 miles (+12,146)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    79,016 miles
    Test number
    133308129165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass66,870 miles (+13,437)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2009
    Odometer
    66,870 miles
    Test number
    764153628183
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass53,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    53,433 miles
    Test number
    822494227152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 EMU

Does T5 EMU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T5 EMU expired on 17 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T5 EMU?
The MOT on T5 EMU expired on 17 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T5 EMU done?
T5 EMU was recorded at 161,832 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 5,624 miles a year.
Has T5 EMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 EMU has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 EMU 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 EMU find?
T5 EMU failed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside front brake hose excessively deteriorated; offside windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively; nearside windscreen wiper blade defective, and 8 more.

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