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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,460 cc

T5 MGXMOT history

T5 MGX is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 16 Oct 2008. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 89,911 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
89,911 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,012 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 MGX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
16 Oct 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 MGX was last recorded at 89,911 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,896 miles · 23 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
4,012 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,911 miles
  • 2025 – 88,395 miles
  • 2024 – 87,039 miles
  • 2023 – 85,008 miles
  • 2021 – 83,843 miles
  • 2020 – 80,955 miles
  • 2018 – 75,198 miles
  • 2017 – 71,144 miles
  • 2016 – 67,216 miles
  • 2015 – 64,306 miles
  • 2014 – 60,551 miles
  • 2013 – 52,261 miles
  • 2012 – 41,142 miles
  • 2011 – 31,657 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,911 miles
  • AdvisoryFront wheels are now a different size to the rear wheels .
  • AdvisoryHand brake braking efficiency only just passed at 16%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 front anti roll bar link rubber starting to deteriorate

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Parking brake only just passed at 17%

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,911 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    89,911 miles
    Test number
    664034910227
    • AdvisoryFront wheels are now a different size to the rear wheels .
    • AdvisoryHand brake braking efficiency only just passed at 16%

  2. Fail89,896 miles (+1,501)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,896 miles
    Test number
    867368953443
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine belly pan insecure
    • AdvisoryHand brake braking efficiency only just passed at 16%
    • AdvisoryOffside rear exhaust rubber splitting

  3. Pass88,395 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    88,395 miles
    Test number
    527805830163
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail88,395 miles (+1,356)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,395 miles
    Test number
    286678483897
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass87,039 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    87,039 miles
    Test number
    418039537086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail87,038 miles (+2,030)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,038 miles
    Test number
    278553422022
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge of tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer edge of tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass85,008 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    85,008 miles
    Test number
    145752817123
    • AdvisoryNearside front anti roll bar link rubber starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just passed at 17%

  8. Fail85,008 miles (+1,165)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,008 miles
    Test number
    175352203879
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front anti roll bar link rubber starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just passed at 17%

  9. Pass83,843 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    83,843 miles
    Test number
    224548118917
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside front anti roll bar link rubber starting to deteriorate

  10. Fail83,843 miles (+2,888)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,843 miles
    Test number
    832813250060
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside front anti roll bar link rubber starting to deteriorate

  11. Pass80,955 miles (+5,757)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    80,955 miles
    Test number
    678642813074
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre is on 1.6mm limit
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre is close to 1.6mm limit

  12. Pass75,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    75,198 miles
    Test number
    262481300604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail75,198 miles (+4,054)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,198 miles
    Test number
    121723730790
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass71,144 miles (+3,928)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    71,144 miles
    Test number
    208028971746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass67,216 miles (+2,910)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    67,216 miles
    Test number
    610544470342
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer poor condition

  16. Pass64,306 miles (+3,755)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    64,306 miles
    Test number
    401650188009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,551 miles (+8,290)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    60,551 miles
    Test number
    346301964459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,261 miles (+11,119)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    52,261 miles
    Test number
    749287583214
    • NoteUnable to check rear seat belts

  19. Pass41,142 miles (+9,485)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    41,142 miles
    Test number
    537151462251
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass31,657 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    31,657 miles
    Test number
    757959851259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about T5 MGX

Does T5 MGX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 MGX is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 MGX?
The MOT on T5 MGX is valid until 27 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 MGX done?
T5 MGX was recorded at 89,911 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 4,012 miles a year.
Has T5 MGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 MGX has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 MGX 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 MGX find?
T5 MGX passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: front wheels are now a different size to the rear wheels .; hand brake braking efficiency only just passed at 16%.

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