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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

T5 HGOMOT history

T5 HGO is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 21 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 195,796 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Nov 2026
Mileage
195,796 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,358 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 HGO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
21 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 HGO was last recorded at 195,796 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jun 2012: 51,783 miles, lower than 51,965 miles on 7 Jun 2011.

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
195,790 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
9,358 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 195,796 miles
  • 2024 – 195,156 miles
  • 2023 – 192,019 miles
  • 2022 – 186,797 miles
  • 2021 – 179,351 miles
  • 2019 – 161,829 miles
  • 2018 – 143,280 miles
  • 2017 – 121,954 miles
  • 2016 – 104,207 miles
  • 2015 – 97,927 miles
  • 2014 – 88,913 miles
  • 2013 – 67,262 miles
  • 2012 – 51,783 miles
  • 2011 – 51,965 miles
  • 2010 – 44,750 miles
  • 2009 – 38,413 miles
  • 2008 – 29,889 miles
  • 2007 – 22,937 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,796 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Slight engine oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,796 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    195,796 miles
    Test number
    451079075279
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail195,790 miles (+634)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,790 miles
    Test number
    296303811694
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass195,156 miles (+3,137)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    195,156 miles
    Test number
    206513681248
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre and rear silencers deteriorated

  4. Pass192,019 miles (+5,222)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    192,019 miles
    Test number
    415669203352
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass186,797 miles (+7,446)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    186,797 miles
    Test number
    201764080981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass179,351 miles (+17,522)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    179,351 miles
    Test number
    731374405280
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration 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 Both front to rears corroded (borderline) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box and rear silencer both corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Rack arm/track rod end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  7. Pass161,829 miles (+30)4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    161,829 miles
    Test number
    127008623346
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration 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 Both front to rears **BORDERLINE** (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded and deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Slight play in O/S rack arm
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  8. Fail161,799 miles (+18,519)4 major4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,799 miles
    Test number
    629541357688
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration 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 Both front to rears **BORDERLINE** (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded and deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Slight play in O/S rack arm
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  9. Pass143,280 miles (+21,326)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    143,280 miles
    Test number
    981295943297
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Pass121,954 miles (+17,747)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    121,954 miles
    Test number
    946749488610
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass104,207 miles (+6,280)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    104,207 miles
    Test number
    994374497239
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

  12. Pass97,927 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    97,927 miles
    Test number
    672682525676
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail97,925 miles (+9,012)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,925 miles
    Test number
    770313677726
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass88,913 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    88,913 miles
    Test number
    426054814219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail88,912 miles (+21,650)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,912 miles
    Test number
    147203614219
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass67,262 miles (+15,479)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    67,262 miles
    Test number
    547069793107
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass51,783 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    51,783 miles
    Test number
    896782572125
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside mirror cover damaged

  18. Fail51,783 miles (-182)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,783 miles
    Test number
    178841572139
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside mirror cover damaged

  19. Fail51,965 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,965 miles
    Test number
    198288251105
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass51,965 miles (+7,215)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    51,965 miles
    Test number
    449768751177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,750 miles (+6,337)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    44,750 miles
    Test number
    984975960111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass38,413 miles (+8,524)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    38,413 miles
    Test number
    474239459104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass29,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    29,889 miles
    Test number
    222970158491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail29,889 miles (+6,952)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,889 miles
    Test number
    282400358183
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  25. Pass22,937 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    22,937 miles
    Test number
    414114747159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T5 HGO

Does T5 HGO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 HGO is valid until 11 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T5 HGO?
The MOT on T5 HGO is valid until 11 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 HGO done?
T5 HGO was recorded at 195,796 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 9,358 miles a year.
Has T5 HGO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 HGO has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T5 HGO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Jun 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T5 HGO find?
T5 HGO passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: rear brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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