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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

T5 EWVMOT history

T5 EWV is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 222,091 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
222,091 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
9,727 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 EWV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 EWV was last recorded at 222,091 miles on 27 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
222,091 miles · 26 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,727 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 222,091 miles
  • 2025 – 211,471 miles
  • 2024 – 201,102 miles
  • 2023 – 191,458 miles
  • 2022 – 183,258 miles
  • 2021 – 175,376 miles
  • 2020 – 172,342 miles
  • 2019 – 168,726 miles
  • 2018 – 161,413 miles
  • 2017 – 150,261 miles
  • 2016 – 133,619 miles
  • 2015 – 122,694 miles
  • 2014 – 110,834 miles
  • 2013 – 100,528 miles
  • 2012 – 89,347 miles
  • 2011 – 79,769 miles
  • 2010 – 69,620 miles
  • 2009 – 59,696 miles
  • 2008 – 48,258 miles
  • 2007 – 38,065 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass222,091 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022

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 Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

32 tests since 26 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass222,091 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    222,091 miles
    Test number
    805330052028
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail222,091 miles (+10,620)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,091 miles
    Test number
    727137723298
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass211,471 miles (+10,369)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    211,471 miles
    Test number
    874262578320
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass201,102 miles (+150)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    201,102 miles
    Test number
    487680366101
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail200,952 miles (+9,494)1 dangerous10 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,952 miles
    Test number
    891100603262
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended doesn't retract (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 48% imbalanced, offside higher (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess both lower mounts deteriorated (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel getting a bit long
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake effort a bit low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass191,458 miles (+263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2024
    Odometer
    191,458 miles
    Test number
    584973708195
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail191,195 miles (+7,937)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,195 miles
    Test number
    399522699303
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass183,258 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2023
    Odometer
    183,258 miles
    Test number
    761249512777
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail183,258 miles (+7,882)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,258 miles
    Test number
    809456387152
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass175,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2022
    Odometer
    175,376 miles
    Test number
    116560586299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail175,372 miles (+3,030)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,372 miles
    Test number
    405684311112
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass172,342 miles (+91)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    172,342 miles
    Test number
    350910906429
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and offside outer - cant see inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Outer casing missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside and offside - lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and offside dot codes 2113 (215/65r16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUpper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Hinge (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  13. Fail172,251 miles (+3,525)1 dangerous1 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,251 miles
    Test number
    807562544773
    • DangerousCentral Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened Cuts in belt webbing (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and offside outer - cant see inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Outer casing missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside and offside - lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and offside dot codes 2113 (215/65r16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUpper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Hinge (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  14. Pass168,726 miles (+7,313)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    168,726 miles
    Test number
    420215580148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass161,413 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    161,413 miles
    Test number
    794403666768
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  16. Fail161,412 miles (+11,151)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,412 miles
    Test number
    318812657056
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  17. Pass150,261 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    150,261 miles
    Test number
    716054089460
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Fail150,259 miles (+16,640)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,259 miles
    Test number
    596062017374
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Pass133,619 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    133,619 miles
    Test number
    579172955109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail133,619 miles (+10,925)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,619 miles
    Test number
    327421899733
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Pass122,694 miles (+11,860)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    122,694 miles
    Test number
    809817865165
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteRear exhaust heavily corroded

  22. Pass110,834 miles (+10,306)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    110,834 miles
    Test number
    359025274157
    • 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)

  23. Pass100,528 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    100,528 miles
    Test number
    526141193198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  24. Fail100,528 miles (+11,181)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,528 miles
    Test number
    117850793104
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  25. Pass89,347 miles (+124)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    89,347 miles
    Test number
    348468682155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail89,223 miles (+9,454)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,223 miles
    Test number
    148334082133
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  27. Pass79,769 miles (+283)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    79,769 miles
    Test number
    797576191178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail79,486 miles (+9,866)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,486 miles
    Test number
    687078881168
    • FailureCentre Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

  29. Pass69,620 miles (+9,924)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    69,620 miles
    Test number
    593189680124
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  30. Pass59,696 miles (+11,438)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    59,696 miles
    Test number
    702350699157
    • NoteN/s/r tyre getting low on tread
    • NoteNail in o/s/r tyre

  31. Pass48,258 miles (+10,193)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    48,258 miles
    Test number
    544313198152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  32. Pass38,065 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    38,065 miles
    Test number
    292567277144
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T5 EWV

Does T5 EWV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 EWV is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 EWV?
The MOT on T5 EWV is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 EWV done?
T5 EWV was recorded at 222,091 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 9,727 miles a year.
Has T5 EWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 EWV has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 26 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 EWV 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 EWV find?
T5 EWV passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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