Volkswagen Transporter
Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 2,460 cc
T5 NBUMOT history
T5 NBU is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 12 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 165,173 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 13 Aug 2027
- Mileage
- 165,173 mi
- At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
- MOT tests
- 28
- 19 passed · 9 failed
- Per year
- 5,666 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T5 NBU
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,460 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2004
- First used
- 12 Mar 2004
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 14 Aug 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T5 NBU was last recorded at 165,173 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 165,166 miles · 4 Aug 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 7 miles
- Average per year
- 5,666 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 165,173 miles
- 2025 – 163,914 miles
- 2024 – 162,925 miles
- 2023 – 161,404 miles
- 2022 – 158,564 miles
- 2021 – 152,789 miles
- 2020 – 147,967 miles
- 2019 – 142,146 miles
- 2018 – 135,016 miles
- 2017 – 129,681 miles
- 2016 – 126,386 miles
- 2015 – 120,446 miles
- 2014 – 115,183 miles
- 2013 – 107,675 miles
- 2012 – 101,226 miles
- 2011 – 96,718 miles
- 2010 – 86,914 miles
- 2009 – 75,868 miles
- 2007 – 57,803 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass165,173 miles
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both front springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule from caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to front to rear brake pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to front and rear brake pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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 Coil spring corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material back to front
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s pipes to rear hoses
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Front tyre tread depths 2-3mm
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Full MOT history
28 tests since 1 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass165,173 miles (+7)11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Aug 2027
- Odometer
- 165,173 miles
- Test number
- 734551215203
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both front springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule from caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to front to rear brake pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to front and rear brake pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail165,166 miles (+1,252)1 dangerous3 major11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 165,166 miles
- Test number
- 800458557419
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail to caliper (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
- MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both front springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule from caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to front to rear brake pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to front and rear brake pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass163,914 miles (+989)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Aug 2026
- Odometer
- 163,914 miles
- Test number
- 196211809434
- AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material last part between hoses (1.1.11 (c))
Pass162,925 miles
- MOT expiry
- 11 Aug 2025
- Odometer
- 162,925 miles
- Test number
- 495515101869
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail162,925 miles (+1,521)5 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 162,925 miles
- Test number
- 618889276146
- MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn NEAR SIDE FRONT DROP LINK WORN (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment HAND BRAKE INSECURE FEELS LIKE ITS COULD SNAP (1.1.6 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorRear Seat belt not functioning as intended ALL REAR SEAT BELTS NOT ACCESSIBLE BECAUSE OF EQUIPMENT IN THE WAY (7.1.2 (c))
Pass161,404 miles (+2,840)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Aug 2024
- Odometer
- 161,404 miles
- Test number
- 594278354223
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass158,564 miles (+5,775)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 11 Aug 2023
- Odometer
- 158,564 miles
- Test number
- 528444724161
- MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Pass152,789 miles (+1)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 5 Aug 2022
- Odometer
- 152,789 miles
- Test number
- 230086689426
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material back to front (1.1.11 (c))
Fail152,788 miles (+4,821)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 152,788 miles
- Test number
- 499662655714
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture back to front (1.1.11 (a))
- MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding park brake not releasing (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc over heated (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material back to front (1.1.11 (c))
Pass147,967 miles (+78)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- 147,967 miles
- Test number
- 895913755314
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s pipes to rear hoses (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront tyre tread depths 2-3mm
Fail147,889 miles (+5,743)2 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 147,889 miles
- Test number
- 451022199805
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s pipes to rear hoses (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront tyre tread depths 2-3mm
Pass142,146 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Aug 2020
- Odometer
- 142,146 miles
- Test number
- 311595523851
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail142,146 miles (+7,130)1 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 142,146 miles
- Test number
- 368697608311
- Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass135,016 miles (+5,335)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Aug 2019
- Odometer
- 135,016 miles
- Test number
- 509687747135
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryAll tyre tread depths 2-3mm
- AdvisoryO/s/f outer cv gaiter slightly deteriorated
Pass129,681 miles (+3,295)
- MOT expiry
- 18 Aug 2018
- Odometer
- 129,681 miles
- Test number
- 564810960535
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass126,386 miles (+5,940)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 126,386 miles
- Test number
- 318073849641
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail120,446 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 120,446 miles
- Test number
- 526326885021
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Pass120,446 miles (+5,263)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Mar 2016
- Odometer
- 120,446 miles
- Test number
- 825096285016
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass115,183 miles
- MOT expiry
- 3 Mar 2015
- Odometer
- 115,183 miles
- Test number
- 339453864058
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail115,183 miles (+7,508)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 115,183 miles
- Test number
- 379363564068
- Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Pass107,675 miles (+6,449)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 11 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 107,675 miles
- Test number
- 498362443010
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Pass101,226 miles (+4,508)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 101,226 miles
- Test number
- 116951642027
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass96,718 miles (+9,804)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Feb 2012
- Odometer
- 96,718 miles
- Test number
- 167563631411
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass86,914 miles (+11,046)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Feb 2011
- Odometer
- 86,914 miles
- Test number
- 751904630045
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail75,868 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 75,868 miles
- Test number
- 581973149005
- Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Pass75,868 miles (+18,065)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Feb 2010
- Odometer
- 75,868 miles
- Test number
- 750223849017
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass57,803 miles
- MOT expiry
- 2 Sept 2008
- Odometer
- 57,803 miles
- Test number
- 314326547212
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail57,803 miles1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 57,803 miles
- Test number
- 461154247239
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Questions about T5 NBU
- Does T5 NBU currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 NBU is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T5 NBU?
- The MOT on T5 NBU is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T5 NBU done?
- T5 NBU was recorded at 165,173 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 5,666 miles a year.
- Has T5 NBU ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T5 NBU has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2026.
- Has the mileage on T5 NBU 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 NBU find?
- T5 NBU passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 11 advisories: front coil spring corroded both front springs; front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 8 more.
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