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Volkswagen Transporter

Orange · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

T5 LFVMOT history

T5 LFV is an orange diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 18 Dec 2012. Its MOT is valid until 20 Mar 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 96,014 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Mar 2027
Mileage
96,014 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,893 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 LFV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
18 Dec 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 LFV was last recorded at 96,014 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 1,669 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
94,345 miles · 21 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,669 miles
Average per year
3,893 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,014 miles
  • 2025 – 94,345 miles
  • 2024 – 91,535 miles
  • 2018 – 81,150 miles
  • 2017 – 76,688 miles
  • 2016 – 71,887 miles
  • 2015 – 56,077 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,014 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

9 tests since 16 Dec 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,014 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    96,014 miles
    Test number
    160346042879
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail96,014 miles (+1,669)2 dangerous2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,014 miles
    Test number
    114310610133
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass94,345 miles (+2,810)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    94,345 miles
    Test number
    241799246448
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm approx on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass91,535 miles (+10,385)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    91,535 miles
    Test number
    506226830420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass81,150 miles (+4,462)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    81,150 miles
    Test number
    910002295422
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass76,688 miles (+4,801)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    76,688 miles
    Test number
    423369672282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass71,887 miles (+15,810)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    71,887 miles
    Test number
    349952902580
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)
  8. Pass56,077 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    56,077 miles
    Test number
    147142151570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail56,077 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,077 miles
    Test number
    507928935275
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Questions about T5 LFV

Does T5 LFV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 LFV is valid until 20 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 LFV?
The MOT on T5 LFV is valid until 20 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 LFV done?
T5 LFV was recorded at 96,014 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 3,893 miles a year.
Has T5 LFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 LFV has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 LFV 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 LFV find?
T5 LFV passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front items removed from driver's view prior to test, and 2 more.

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