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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

T5 MOUMOT history

T5 MOU is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 16 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 215,550 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jan 2027
Mileage
215,550 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
10,524 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 MOU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 MOU was last recorded at 215,550 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 1,522 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,028 miles · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,522 miles
Average per year
10,524 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 215,550 miles
  • 2025 – 214,028 miles
  • 2024 – 213,012 miles
  • 2023 – 210,179 miles
  • 2022 – 201,856 miles
  • 2021 – 196,232 miles
  • 2020 – 186,120 miles
  • 2019 – 175,551 miles
  • 2018 – 169,913 miles
  • 2017 – 162,936 miles
  • 2016 – 151,195 miles
  • 2015 – 135,400 miles
  • 2014 – 117,923 miles
  • 2013 – 102,113 miles
  • 2012 – 88,029 miles
  • 2011 – 71,480 miles
  • 2010 – 58,674 miles
  • 2009 – 43,050 miles
  • 2008 – 29,797 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass215,550 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides. (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Surface corrosion around underbody areas

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windsreen chipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Off side and near side (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass215,550 miles (+1,522)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    215,550 miles
    Test number
    967201017081
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides. (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass214,028 miles (+1,016)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    214,028 miles
    Test number
    333896663096
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides before flexi’s (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass213,012 miles (+2,833)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    213,012 miles
    Test number
    389918992936
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass210,179 miles (+8,323)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    210,179 miles
    Test number
    153876544728
    • AdvisoryBack box corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides behind plastic trays. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass201,856 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    201,856 miles
    Test number
    252181420797
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion around underbody areas
    • AdvisoryWindsreen chipped

  6. Fail201,856 miles (+5,624)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,856 miles
    Test number
    617673353276
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion around underbody areas
    • AdvisoryWindsreen chipped

  7. Pass196,232 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    196,232 miles
    Test number
    695566092404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail196,232 miles (+10,112)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,232 miles
    Test number
    410746179847
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass186,120 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    186,120 miles
    Test number
    181494614020
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail186,120 miles (+10,569)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,120 miles
    Test number
    762841570053
    • DangerousNearside Front 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))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass175,551 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    175,551 miles
    Test number
    338516983831
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber covers corroded

  12. Fail175,551 miles (+5,638)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,551 miles
    Test number
    281052809212
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber covers corroded

  13. Pass169,913 miles (+6,977)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    169,913 miles
    Test number
    929839298940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass162,936 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    162,936 miles
    Test number
    275083174676
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Off side and near side (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged and not materially affecting the drivers view

  15. Fail162,936 miles (+11,741)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,936 miles
    Test number
    834255986851
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Off side and near side (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged and not materially affecting the drivers view

  16. Pass151,195 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    151,195 miles
    Test number
    288099343659
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Off side and near side (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail151,195 miles (+15,795)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,195 miles
    Test number
    363033454160
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working Off side and near side (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Off side and near side (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass135,400 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    135,400 miles
    Test number
    475153435137
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated

  19. Fail135,400 miles (+17,477)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,400 miles
    Test number
    229792335183
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated

  20. Pass117,923 miles (+15,810)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    117,923 miles
    Test number
    239494534135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass102,113 miles (+14,084)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    102,113 miles
    Test number
    457984933158
    • NoteNear side mirror damaged

  22. Pass88,029 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    88,029 miles
    Test number
    898412032115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • NoteOff side rear tyre cracked in tread

  23. Fail88,029 miles (+16,549)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,029 miles
    Test number
    445062732128
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • NoteOff side rear tyre cracked in tread

  24. Pass71,480 miles (+12,806)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    71,480 miles
    Test number
    995732831108
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  25. Pass58,674 miles (+15,624)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    58,674 miles
    Test number
    983873330149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass43,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2010
    Odometer
    43,050 miles
    Test number
    702713639174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail43,050 miles (+13,253)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,050 miles
    Test number
    334062839121
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOuter Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass29,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    29,797 miles
    Test number
    431407338153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 MOU

Does T5 MOU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 MOU is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 MOU?
The MOT on T5 MOU is valid until 27 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 MOU done?
T5 MOU was recorded at 215,550 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 10,524 miles a year.
Has T5 MOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 MOU has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on T5 MOU 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 MOU find?
T5 MOU passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes.; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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