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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,460 cc

T5 GBOMOT history

T5 GBO is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 23 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 91,586 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Oct 2027
Mileage
91,586 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,649 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 GBO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
23 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 GBO was last recorded at 91,586 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 1,627 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
89,959 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,627 miles
Average per year
3,649 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,586 miles
  • 2025 – 89,959 miles
  • 2024 – 88,712 miles
  • 2023 – 86,397 miles
  • 2022 – 85,872 miles
  • 2021 – 83,897 miles
  • 2020 – 83,510 miles
  • 2019 – 82,605 miles
  • 2018 – 81,333 miles
  • 2017 – 75,928 miles
  • 2016 – 72,235 miles
  • 2015 – 67,295 miles
  • 2014 – 63,895 miles
  • 2013 – 53,083 miles
  • 2012 – 44,016 miles
  • 2011 – 35,483 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,586 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 24 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,586 miles (+1,627)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    91,586 miles
    Test number
    787047457333
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass89,959 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    89,959 miles
    Test number
    118754620930
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  3. Fail89,951 miles (+1,239)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,951 miles
    Test number
    690613963209
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.65 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  4. Pass88,712 miles (+2,315)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    88,712 miles
    Test number
    270695728239
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass86,397 miles (+525)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    86,397 miles
    Test number
    641823881487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass85,872 miles (+1,975)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    85,872 miles
    Test number
    744863352965
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass83,897 miles (+387)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    83,897 miles
    Test number
    665573921422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,510 miles (+905)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    83,510 miles
    Test number
    338998507879
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively nearside rear and offside rear (1.2.1 (e))
  9. Pass82,605 miles (+1,272)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    82,605 miles
    Test number
    582353029261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass81,333 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    81,333 miles
    Test number
    581742663026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Fail81,333 miles (+5,405)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,333 miles
    Test number
    927006355890
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass75,928 miles (+3,693)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    75,928 miles
    Test number
    568601390352
    • AdvisoryCenter to rear exhaust sections have slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass72,235 miles (+4,940)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    72,235 miles
    Test number
    787631901262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust back box corroded
  14. Pass67,295 miles (+3,400)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    67,295 miles
    Test number
    108528635178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,895 miles (+10,812)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    63,895 miles
    Test number
    838000644108
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnable to inspect front to rear brake pipes, pipes concealed by undertrays, fuel tank, heat shields etc.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass53,083 miles (+9,067)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    53,083 miles
    Test number
    955187623125
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNearside rear seat belt slow to retract.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass44,016 miles (+8,533)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    44,016 miles
    Test number
    979829232164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass35,483 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    35,483 miles
    Test number
    278624041105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCut in offside front tyre tread, but not large enough to warrant failure.

Questions about T5 GBO

Does T5 GBO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 GBO is valid until 20 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 GBO?
The MOT on T5 GBO is valid until 20 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 GBO done?
T5 GBO was recorded at 91,586 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 3,649 miles a year.
Has T5 GBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 GBO has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T5 GBO 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 GBO find?
T5 GBO passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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