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Volkswagen Transporter

White and Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

T5 LHPMOT history

T5 LHP is a white and blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 10 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 4 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 274,142 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Oct 2027
Mileage
274,142 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,189 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 LHP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White and Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
10 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 LHP was last recorded at 274,142 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
274,131 miles · 30 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
7,189 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 274,142 miles
  • 2025 – 265,025 miles
  • 2024 – 258,178 miles
  • 2021 – 249,526 miles
  • 2020 – 241,744 miles
  • 2019 – 228,313 miles
  • 2018 – 219,536 miles
  • 2017 – 215,320 miles
  • 2016 – 209,026 miles
  • 2015 – 202,510 miles
  • 2014 – 190,636 miles
  • 2012 – 178,452 miles
  • 2011 – 170,633 miles
  • 2010 – 163,293 miles
  • 2009 – 155,357 miles
  • 2008 – 141,951 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass274,142 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside door mirror cracked

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust rusty

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2026

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass274,142 miles (+11)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    274,142 miles
    Test number
    526894855758
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Fail274,131 miles (+9,106)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    274,131 miles
    Test number
    153545317581
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Pass265,025 miles (+6,847)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    265,025 miles
    Test number
    187174834553
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass258,178 miles (+48)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    258,178 miles
    Test number
    251969540742
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Fail258,130 miles (+8,604)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,130 miles
    Test number
    725349462156
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass249,526 miles (+114)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    249,526 miles
    Test number
    687208489194
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake flexi perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake flexi perishing
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower wishbone bushes torn but not resulting in excessive movement. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box in poor condition
  7. Fail249,412 miles (+7,668)2 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,412 miles
    Test number
    123835190729
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Shock absorber mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake flexi perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake flexi perishing
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower wishbone bushes torn but not resulting in excessive movement. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box in poor condition
  8. Pass241,744 miles (+177)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    241,744 miles
    Test number
    987872140093
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt front central
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o s r and o s f (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryModified suspension fitted to vehicle
    • AdvisoryN s body sill damaged
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin heavily deteriorated
    • AdvisoryTapley brake test carried out due to vehicle to low to go into rbt
  9. Fail241,567 miles (+13,254)2 dangerous8 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,567 miles
    Test number
    431955355860
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts under bonnet area (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBoot lid corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorEmission control equipment obviously modified after market air filter fitted also insecure and suspect affecting smoke meter reading (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp incorrect colour both fronts when mian beam selected (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged outer casing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt front central
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o s r and o s f (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryModified suspension fitted to vehicle
    • AdvisoryN s body sill damaged
    • AdvisoryTapley brake test carried out due to vehicle to low to go into rbt
    • AdvisoryTiming belt cover missing
  10. Pass228,313 miles (+22)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    228,313 miles
    Test number
    670610563228
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  11. Fail228,291 miles (+8,755)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,291 miles
    Test number
    138326110001
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting has an unsafe modification Bolt missing from lower mount (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  12. Pass219,536 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    219,536 miles
    Test number
    382235040645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail219,531 miles (+4,211)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,531 miles
    Test number
    166035409792
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  14. Pass215,320 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    215,320 miles
    Test number
    140030694416
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror cracked
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPad warning light on
  15. Fail215,316 miles (+6,290)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,316 miles
    Test number
    483572925098
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror cracked
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPad warning light on
  16. Pass209,026 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    209,026 miles
    Test number
    253056536874
    • AdvisoryNearside Front pad warning wire required,light
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror cracked
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  17. Fail209,026 miles (+6,516)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,026 miles
    Test number
    395626559178
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror cracked
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  18. Pass202,510 miles (+124)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    202,510 miles
    Test number
    557207445061
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s door mirror cracked
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Fail202,386 miles (+11,750)8 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,386 miles
    Test number
    196342145452
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s door mirror cracked
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  20. Pass190,636 miles (+127)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    190,636 miles
    Test number
    575599954033
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteExhaust rusty
    • NoteO/s door mirror cracked
  21. Fail190,509 miles (+12,057)8 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,509 miles
    Test number
    549177354069
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteExhaust rusty
    • NoteO/s door mirror cracked
    • NoteO/s front brake flex cracking
  22. Pass178,452 miles (+7,819)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    178,452 miles
    Test number
    377394032235
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NotePower steering pipes rusty
  23. Pass170,633 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    170,633 miles
    Test number
    729572841221
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  24. Fail170,633 miles (+7,340)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,633 miles
    Test number
    977572641224
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  25. Pass163,293 miles (+7,936)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    163,293 miles
    Test number
    973455840294
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  26. Pass155,357 miles (+73)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    155,357 miles
    Test number
    764267439242
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  27. Fail155,284 miles (+13,333)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,284 miles
    Test number
    523392239284
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  28. Pass141,951 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    141,951 miles
    Test number
    592097138141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Questions about T5 LHP

Does T5 LHP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 LHP is valid until 4 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 LHP?
The MOT on T5 LHP is valid until 4 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 LHP done?
T5 LHP was recorded at 274,142 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 7,189 miles a year.
Has T5 LHP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 LHP has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 LHP 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 LHP find?
T5 LHP passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside rear brake hose slightly chafed; nearside rear outer integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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