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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 1,968 cc

T5 LHVMOT history

T5 LHV is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Mar 2010. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 173,235 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
173,235 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,542 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 LHV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
31 Mar 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 LHV was last recorded at 173,235 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,228 miles · 17 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
9,542 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,235 miles
  • 2025 – 165,976 miles
  • 2024 – 159,885 miles
  • 2023 – 149,591 miles
  • 2022 – 139,196 miles
  • 2021 – 127,353 miles
  • 2020 – 121,109 miles
  • 2019 – 113,128 miles
  • 2018 – 103,240 miles
  • 2017 – 97,098 miles
  • 2016 – 87,528 miles
  • 2015 – 76,545 miles
  • 2014 – 65,976 miles
  • 2013 – 49,294 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,235 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))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 Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Power steering pump has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 22 Mar 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,235 miles (+7)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    173,235 miles
    Test number
    712468140302
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Fail173,228 miles (+7,252)3 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,228 miles
    Test number
    158192342160
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass165,976 miles (+42)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    165,976 miles
    Test number
    293045065668
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  4. Fail165,934 miles (+6,049)1 dangerous7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,934 miles
    Test number
    631305580771
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge, wearing unevenly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge- wearing unevenly (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight grease leak from clamp on offside front inner CV gaiter
  5. Pass159,885 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    159,885 miles
    Test number
    699496232325
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Fail159,880 miles (+10,289)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,880 miles
    Test number
    221666320817
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass149,591 miles (+41)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    149,591 miles
    Test number
    672087766320
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Front both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Fail149,550 miles (+10,354)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,550 miles
    Test number
    224130622567
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Front both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass139,196 miles (+11,843)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    139,196 miles
    Test number
    928988957221
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass127,353 miles (+6,244)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    127,353 miles
    Test number
    823105965780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass121,109 miles (+7,981)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    121,109 miles
    Test number
    445951294870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass113,128 miles (+9,888)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    113,128 miles
    Test number
    606579488418
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  13. Pass103,240 miles (+6,142)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    103,240 miles
    Test number
    432976740017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass97,098 miles (+9,570)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    97,098 miles
    Test number
    195127880100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  15. Pass87,528 miles (+10,983)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    87,528 miles
    Test number
    411899692478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass76,545 miles (+10,569)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    76,545 miles
    Test number
    889720985019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,976 miles (+16,682)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    65,976 miles
    Test number
    525607074000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,294 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    49,294 miles
    Test number
    497191783016
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  19. Fail49,294 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,294 miles
    Test number
    965471583079
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about T5 LHV

Does T5 LHV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 LHV is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 LHV?
The MOT on T5 LHV is valid until 30 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 LHV done?
T5 LHV was recorded at 173,235 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 9,542 miles a year.
Has T5 LHV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 LHV has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 LHV 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 LHV find?
T5 LHV passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 6 more.

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