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Volkswagen Transporter

Brown · Diesel · 2005 · 2,460 cc

T5 GNUMOT history

T5 GNU is a brown diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 7 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 191,796 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
191,796 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,254 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 GNU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Brown
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 GNU was last recorded at 191,796 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 139 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Mar 2016: 149,831 miles, lower than 155,496 miles on 20 Aug 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
191,657 miles · 4 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
139 miles
Average per year
8,254 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 191,796 miles
  • 2025 – 189,189 miles
  • 2024 – 186,539 miles
  • 2023 – 183,729 miles
  • 2022 – 182,357 miles
  • 2021 – 180,210 miles
  • 2020 – 179,674 miles
  • 2018 – 176,199 miles
  • 2017 – 168,308 miles
  • 2016 – 157,174 miles
  • 2014 – 155,496 miles
  • 2013 – 151,737 miles
  • 2012 – 139,347 miles
  • 2011 – 127,278 miles
  • 2009 – 64,703 miles
  • 2008 – 42,559 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,796 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leaks

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 Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,796 miles (+139)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    191,796 miles
    Test number
    676727444368
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  2. Fail191,657 miles (+2,468)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,657 miles
    Test number
    421592021796
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • 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))

  3. Pass189,189 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    189,189 miles
    Test number
    753043361200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody trays fitted

  4. Fail189,189 miles (+2,650)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,189 miles
    Test number
    736965263397
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody trays fitted

  5. Pass186,539 miles (+2,810)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    186,539 miles
    Test number
    404853360562
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass183,729 miles (+1,372)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    183,729 miles
    Test number
    340168458548
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass182,357 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    182,357 miles
    Test number
    402653366847
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Fail182,357 miles (+2,147)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,357 miles
    Test number
    406129267096
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass180,210 miles (+536)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    180,210 miles
    Test number
    450249934943
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass179,674 miles (+3,475)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    179,674 miles
    Test number
    314686798817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass176,199 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    176,199 miles
    Test number
    367982177570
    • AdvisoryBoth rear springs lose when vehicle is jacked up. After market adjustable suspension fitted. Spring seating is not affected
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencers corroded

  12. Fail176,196 miles (+7,888)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,196 miles
    Test number
    797737085878
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear springs lose when vehicle is jacked up. After market adjustable suspension fitted. Spring seating is not affected
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess both park brake cables fraying (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencers corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. On limit (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass168,308 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    168,308 miles
    Test number
    121002150866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail168,300 miles (+11,126)12 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,300 miles
    Test number
    391050964838
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass157,174 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    157,174 miles
    Test number
    693732050881
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box corroded

  16. Fail157,160 miles (+7,329)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,160 miles
    Test number
    940254188991
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box corroded

  17. Pass149,831 miles (-5,665)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    149,831 miles
    Test number
    650758294516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass155,496 miles (+3,759)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    155,496 miles
    Test number
    747192134282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass151,737 miles (+12,390)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    151,737 miles
    Test number
    577798223288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass139,347 miles (+12,069)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    139,347 miles
    Test number
    535762592112
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass127,278 miles (+62,575)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    127,278 miles
    Test number
    245990081161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass64,703 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    64,703 miles
    Test number
    712130089139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail64,703 miles (+22,144)2 dangerous1 failure6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,703 miles
    Test number
    434870889162
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • NoteAirbag warning light on
    • NoteAll brake discs corroded and worn
    • NoteBoot open warning light on
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteOil leaks
    • NoteSlight judder on all brakes

  24. Pass42,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    42,559 miles
    Test number
    220884398107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 GNU

Does T5 GNU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 GNU is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 GNU?
The MOT on T5 GNU is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 GNU done?
T5 GNU was recorded at 191,796 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 8,254 miles a year.
Has T5 GNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 GNU has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 GNU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Mar 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T5 GNU find?
T5 GNU passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leaks.

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