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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

T5 HLUMOT history

T5 HLU is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Nov 2008. Its MOT expired on 11 Jun 2026 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 155,696 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Jun 2026
Mileage
155,696 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,619 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 HLU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Nov 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T5 HLU was last recorded at 155,696 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 5,861 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,835 miles · 23 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,861 miles
Average per year
8,619 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,696 miles
  • 2025 – 149,835 miles
  • 2024 – 146,100 miles
  • 2023 – 139,090 miles
  • 2022 – 135,310 miles
  • 2021 – 132,068 miles
  • 2020 – 129,165 miles
  • 2019 – 117,088 miles
  • 2018 – 115,558 miles
  • 2017 – 103,545 miles
  • 2016 – 81,947 miles
  • 2015 – 67,110 miles
  • 2014 – 56,419 miles
  • 2013 – 46,193 miles
  • 2012 – 35,273 miles
  • 2011 – 26,624 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail155,696 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Inoperative (8.2.2.2 (g))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre Leaking
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Nearside Daytime running lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear tyre worn low on inner edge and cracking in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail155,696 miles (+5,861)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,696 miles
    Test number
    298915695176
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Inoperative (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre Leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass149,835 miles (+134)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    149,835 miles
    Test number
    707336468466
    • AdvisoryNearside Daytime running lamp not working

  3. Fail149,701 miles (+3,601)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,701 miles
    Test number
    981443748473
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector likely to become detached (4.8.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Daytime running lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Handbrake poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass146,100 miles (+7,010)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    146,100 miles
    Test number
    731636683012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass139,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    139,090 miles
    Test number
    807520342838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail139,090 miles (+3,780)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,090 miles
    Test number
    620912024482
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass135,310 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    135,310 miles
    Test number
    512635536411
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test second {middle} row

  8. Fail135,310 miles (+3,242)1 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,310 miles
    Test number
    980770022258
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test second {middle} row

  9. Pass132,068 miles (+2,903)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    132,068 miles
    Test number
    756279948551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass129,165 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2021
    Odometer
    129,165 miles
    Test number
    840136699918
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre Inner edge.

  11. Fail129,165 miles (+12,077)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,165 miles
    Test number
    407443814021
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre Inner edge.

  12. Pass117,088 miles (+1,530)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    117,088 miles
    Test number
    467560563983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass115,558 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    115,558 miles
    Test number
    178093139775
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  14. Fail115,557 miles (+12,012)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,557 miles
    Test number
    519866127946
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  15. Pass103,545 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    103,545 miles
    Test number
    410648436518
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn low on inner edge and cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail103,545 miles (+21,598)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,545 miles
    Test number
    369356456867
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn low on inner edge and cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWiper blades smearing

  17. Pass81,947 miles (+14,837)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    81,947 miles
    Test number
    657404556954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass67,110 miles (+10,691)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    67,110 miles
    Test number
    871693074656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,419 miles (+10,226)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    56,419 miles
    Test number
    218175874245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass46,193 miles (+10,920)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    46,193 miles
    Test number
    337817673232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    35,273 miles
    Test number
    455002382285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail35,273 miles (+8,649)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,273 miles
    Test number
    515152582215
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass26,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    26,624 miles
    Test number
    139143091254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail26,624 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,624 miles
    Test number
    849841791236
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Questions about T5 HLU

Does T5 HLU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T5 HLU expired on 11 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T5 HLU?
The MOT on T5 HLU expired on 11 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T5 HLU done?
T5 HLU was recorded at 155,696 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 8,619 miles a year.
Has T5 HLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 HLU has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 HLU 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 HLU find?
T5 HLU failed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction inoperative; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn, and 7 more.

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