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Red · Diesel · 2016 · 1,968 cc

T5 HLGMOT history

T5 HLG is a red diesel Volkswagen California first used on 5 Jul 2016. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 73,010 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
73,010 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,908 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 HLG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
California
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
5 Jul 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 HLG was last recorded at 73,010 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,006 miles · 19 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
6,908 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,010 miles
  • 2025 – 65,801 miles
  • 2024 – 61,451 miles
  • 2023 – 56,883 miles
  • 2021 – 49,687 miles
  • 2019 – 26,789 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,010 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

8 tests since 17 Jun 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,010 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    73,010 miles
    Test number
    567408240666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail73,006 miles (+7,205)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,006 miles
    Test number
    561486789532
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass65,801 miles (+4,350)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    65,801 miles
    Test number
    856582948791
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides slight movment (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing slightly on outer edges

  4. Pass61,451 miles (+4,568)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    61,451 miles
    Test number
    259765065939
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass56,883 miles (+7,196)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    56,883 miles
    Test number
    676620214882
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass49,687 miles (+8,377)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    49,687 miles
    Test number
    293193850336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre bald outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn outer (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass41,310 miles (+14,521)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    41,310 miles
    Test number
    740848103797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass26,789 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    26,789 miles
    Test number
    237460668286
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about T5 HLG

Does T5 HLG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 HLG is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 HLG?
The MOT on T5 HLG is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 HLG done?
T5 HLG was recorded at 73,010 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 6,908 miles a year.
Has T5 HLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 HLG has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 HLG 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 HLG find?
T5 HLG passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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