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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2006 · 2,370 cc

T5 LFWMOT history

T5 LFW is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 10 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 155,386 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
155,386 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,282 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 LFW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
10 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 LFW was last recorded at 155,386 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Nov 2011: 12,218 miles, lower than 95,171 miles on 10 Nov 2010.
  • 4 Jan 2014: 11,642 miles, lower than 107,010 miles on 3 Dec 2012.

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
155,370 miles · 21 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
4,282 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,386 miles
  • 2025 – 153,930 miles
  • 2024 – 152,751 miles
  • 2023 – 150,387 miles
  • 2022 – 148,153 miles
  • 2021 – 148,016 miles
  • 2020 – 145,402 miles
  • 2019 – 140,036 miles
  • 2018 – 134,617 miles
  • 2017 – 126,539 miles
  • 2016 – 120,916 miles
  • 2015 – 116,029 miles
  • 2014 – 11,642 miles
  • 2012 – 107,010 miles
  • 2011 – 12,218 miles
  • 2010 – 95,171 miles
  • 2009 – 85,283 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,386 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside/offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly deterioratedRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Slight deterioration to exhaust

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,386 miles (+16)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    155,386 miles
    Test number
    629500090003
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside/offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly deteriorated

  2. Fail155,370 miles (+1,440)1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,370 miles
    Test number
    744601561750
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 275 /40 /zr20 /106y (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside/offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly deteriorated

  3. Pass153,930 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    153,930 miles
    Test number
    424305350101
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside /offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight deterioration to exhaust

  4. Fail153,930 miles (+1,179)1 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,930 miles
    Test number
    779885659622
    • DangerousOffside Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside /offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight deterioration to exhaust

  5. Pass152,751 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    152,751 miles
    Test number
    682866015288
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside/offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  6. Fail152,751 miles (+2,364)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,751 miles
    Test number
    494144927002
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside/offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  7. Pass150,387 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    150,387 miles
    Test number
    899078100549
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside/offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight deterioration to exhaust

  8. Fail150,385 miles (+2,232)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,385 miles
    Test number
    666968022890
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside/offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight deterioration to exhaust

  9. Pass148,153 miles (+137)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    148,153 miles
    Test number
    444862255668
    • MinorRegistration 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 /perished/cracking/damage (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to exhaust

  10. Fail148,016 miles (+2,614)1 dangerous9 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,016 miles
    Test number
    967752391612
    • DangerousNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside/offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight deterioration to exhaust

  11. Pass145,402 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    145,402 miles
    Test number
    411139498318
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside/offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency just met requirements

  12. Fail145,402 miles (+5,366)1 dangerous6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,402 miles
    Test number
    359253411155
    • DangerousNearside Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside/offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly deteriorated

  13. Pass140,036 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    140,036 miles
    Test number
    914881674015
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEmissions to clean to read
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly deteriorated

  14. Fail140,036 miles (+5,419)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,036 miles
    Test number
    274432822365
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEmissions to clean to read
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly deteriorated

  15. Pass134,617 miles (+8,078)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    134,617 miles
    Test number
    624692646861
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass126,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    126,539 miles
    Test number
    235671523589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail126,539 miles (+5,623)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,539 miles
    Test number
    709528622881
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront both suspension arm bushes detriorated
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres inner outer edge wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Front ball joint dust cover deteriorated

  18. Pass120,916 miles (+4,887)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    120,916 miles
    Test number
    688272242579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass116,029 miles (+104,387)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    116,029 miles
    Test number
    278537515010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass11,642 miles (-95,368)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    11,642 miles
    Test number
    266314004068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass107,010 miles (+94,792)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    107,010 miles
    Test number
    476878232403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,218 miles (-82,953)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    12,218 miles
    Test number
    446370921493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass95,171 miles (+9,888)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    95,171 miles
    Test number
    964024110351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass85,283 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    85,283 miles
    Test number
    312168959417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCould not get a smoke reading due to the cleaness of exhaust emmissions due to dpf fitted.

Questions about T5 LFW

Does T5 LFW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 LFW is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 LFW?
The MOT on T5 LFW is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 LFW done?
T5 LFW was recorded at 155,386 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 4,282 miles a year.
Has T5 LFW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 LFW has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 LFW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 16 Nov 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T5 LFW find?
T5 LFW passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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