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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

T5 LFPMOT history

T5 LFP is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 186,480 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
186,480 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,676 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 LFP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 LFP was last recorded at 186,480 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,478 miles · 2 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
7,676 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 186,480 miles
  • 2025 – 186,443 miles
  • 2024 – 184,068 miles
  • 2023 – 179,519 miles
  • 2022 – 174,437 miles
  • 2021 – 168,808 miles
  • 2020 – 160,571 miles
  • 2019 – 152,458 miles
  • 2018 – 148,419 miles
  • 2017 – 143,138 miles
  • 2015 – 137,971 miles
  • 2014 – 125,197 miles
  • 2013 – 113,889 miles
  • 2012 – 94,939 miles
  • 2011 – 73,569 miles
  • 2010 – 53,566 miles
  • 2008 – 50,935 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,480 miles
  • AdvisoryRoad wheels catch on full lockRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2026

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,480 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    186,480 miles
    Test number
    500095401343
    • AdvisoryRoad wheels catch on full lock
  2. Fail186,478 miles (+35)5 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,478 miles
    Test number
    462981712198
    • MajorCentral Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All round (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheels catch on full lock
  3. Fail186,443 miles (+23)2 dangerous15 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,443 miles
    Test number
    648617846824
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle Rear doors won’t open (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAfter market suspension fitted. All suspension and springs very rusty and corroded
    • AdvisoryAfter market wheels fitted. Passenger front catches on inner arch lining
    • AdvisoryOdd headlight bulbs
    • 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))
  4. Fail186,420 miles (+2,352)6 major1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,420 miles
    Test number
    409270124100
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle inner arch (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch inner arch (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass184,068 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    184,068 miles
    Test number
    625036496171
    • AdvisoryAfter market suspension fitted
    • AdvisoryFront upper suspension leg mountings worn/movement
    • AdvisoryN/s o/s front inner suspension arm bushes worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/s rear anti roll bar bush worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear wheels run very close to inner arches
  6. Fail184,065 miles (+4,546)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,065 miles
    Test number
    803255757257
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAfter market suspension fitted
    • AdvisoryFront upper suspension leg mountings worn/movement
    • AdvisoryN/s o/s front inner suspension arm bushes worn
    • 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))
  7. Pass179,519 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    179,519 miles
    Test number
    281280368370
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  8. Fail179,517 miles (+5,080)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,517 miles
    Test number
    350729130563
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring insecure Loose (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Rubbing on chassis on full lock (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring insecure loose (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  9. Pass174,437 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    174,437 miles
    Test number
    362154776984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail174,433 miles (+5,625)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,433 miles
    Test number
    398176735379
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  11. Pass168,808 miles (+8,237)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    168,808 miles
    Test number
    375988385886
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass160,571 miles (+8,113)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2021
    Odometer
    160,571 miles
    Test number
    652454837552
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre brake light n/s door
  13. Pass152,458 miles (+69)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    152,458 miles
    Test number
    498113488741
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes x2 (1.1.11 (c))
  14. Fail152,389 miles (+3,970)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,389 miles
    Test number
    370816465882
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes x2 (1.1.11 (c))
  15. Pass148,419 miles (+23)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    148,419 miles
    Test number
    559134204072
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (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))
  16. Fail148,396 miles (+384)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,396 miles
    Test number
    561746689521
    • FailureElectrical wiring insecure head lamp wiring (1.9.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Fail148,012 miles (+4,874)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,012 miles
    Test number
    736286649762
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
  18. Pass143,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    143,138 miles
    Test number
    136129534543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail143,138 miles (+5,167)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,138 miles
    Test number
    638641969587
    • FailureNearside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp head lamp come on in place of side lamp (1.1.A.3f)
  20. Fail137,971 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,971 miles
    Test number
    297091415170
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  21. Pass137,971 miles (+12,774)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    137,971 miles
    Test number
    775981515132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  22. Fail125,197 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,197 miles
    Test number
    537018714176
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  23. Pass125,197 miles (+11,308)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    125,197 miles
    Test number
    799408714191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  24. Pass113,889 miles (+18,950)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    113,889 miles
    Test number
    138490923166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass94,939 miles (+21,370)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    94,939 miles
    Test number
    979052802134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
  26. Pass73,569 miles (+20,003)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    73,569 miles
    Test number
    908603601180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass53,566 miles (+2,631)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    53,566 miles
    Test number
    950499500117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  28. Pass50,935 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    50,935 miles
    Test number
    523806828255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 LFP

Does T5 LFP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 LFP is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 LFP?
The MOT on T5 LFP is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 LFP done?
T5 LFP was recorded at 186,480 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 7,676 miles a year.
Has T5 LFP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 LFP has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 LFP 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 LFP find?
T5 LFP passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: road wheels catch on full lock.

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