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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

T5 GKUMOT history

T5 GKU is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 116,809 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
116,809 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,701 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 GKU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 GKU was last recorded at 116,809 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 5,610 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,199 miles · 19 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,610 miles
Average per year
4,701 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,809 miles
  • 2025 – 111,199 miles
  • 2024 – 105,551 miles
  • 2023 – 101,356 miles
  • 2022 – 97,734 miles
  • 2021 – 93,557 miles
  • 2020 – 88,867 miles
  • 2019 – 82,013 miles
  • 2018 – 77,649 miles
  • 2017 – 71,600 miles
  • 2016 – 69,856 miles
  • 2015 – 67,609 miles
  • 2014 – 64,778 miles
  • 2013 – 59,832 miles
  • 2012 – 52,304 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,809 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

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.

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust in poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,809 miles (+5,610)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    116,809 miles
    Test number
    257108382552
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  2. Pass111,199 miles (+5,648)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    111,199 miles
    Test number
    581811551092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass105,551 miles (+4,195)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2025
    Odometer
    105,551 miles
    Test number
    374888831253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass101,356 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2024
    Odometer
    101,356 miles
    Test number
    714722061585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail101,356 miles (+3,622)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,356 miles
    Test number
    454466826807
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass97,734 miles (+4,177)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    97,734 miles
    Test number
    555411918555
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Pass93,557 miles (+4,690)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    93,557 miles
    Test number
    819828738244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass88,867 miles (+6)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    88,867 miles
    Test number
    796338707712
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  9. Fail88,861 miles (+6,848)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,861 miles
    Test number
    947844928209
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes at both rear hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  10. Pass82,013 miles (+4,364)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    82,013 miles
    Test number
    627075178755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    77,649 miles
    Test number
    735267692641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail77,649 miles (+6,049)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,649 miles
    Test number
    986919165769
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front inner wishbones (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass71,600 miles (+1,744)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    71,600 miles
    Test number
    654051172205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,856 miles (+2,247)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    69,856 miles
    Test number
    740423687597
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres tread stepped/feathered
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on inner edge

  15. Fail67,609 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,609 miles
    Test number
    715095075186
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass67,609 miles (+2,831)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    67,609 miles
    Test number
    947245075177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,778 miles (+4,946)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    64,778 miles
    Test number
    219190974464
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteCentre and rear exhaust corroded
    • NoteNearside front to rear brake pipe corroded
    • NotePossible worn engine/gearbox mount(s)

  18. Pass59,832 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    59,832 miles
    Test number
    296588253116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail59,832 miles (+7,528)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,832 miles
    Test number
    446348853182
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass52,304 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    52,304 miles
    Test number
    609612282150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail52,304 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,304 miles
    Test number
    817339272141
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Questions about T5 GKU

Does T5 GKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 GKU is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 GKU?
The MOT on T5 GKU is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 GKU done?
T5 GKU was recorded at 116,809 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 4,701 miles a year.
Has T5 GKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 GKU has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 25 May 2023.
Has the mileage on T5 GKU 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 GKU find?
T5 GKU passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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