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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

T5 NOUMOT history

T5 NOU is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 7 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 208,015 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
208,015 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,329 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 NOU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
7 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 NOU was last recorded at 208,015 miles on 20 Mar 2025, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
208,000 miles · 13 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
8,329 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 208,015 miles
  • 2024 – 207,410 miles
  • 2023 – 206,310 miles
  • 2022 – 204,767 miles
  • 2021 – 201,958 miles
  • 2020 – 193,857 miles
  • 2019 – 187,893 miles
  • 2018 – 179,561 miles
  • 2017 – 169,609 miles
  • 2014 – 158,780 miles
  • 2013 – 147,680 miles
  • 2012 – 139,063 miles
  • 2011 – 134,567 miles
  • 2010 – 121,115 miles
  • 2009 – 110,441 miles
  • 2008 – 76,457 miles
  • 2007 – 60,455 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryUpper top suspension mounts worn
  • AdvisorySuspension components corrodedRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    874177262457
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper top suspension mounts worn
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  2. Pass208,015 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    208,015 miles
    Test number
    343653847050
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  3. Fail208,000 miles (+590)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,000 miles
    Test number
    108893856617
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  4. Pass207,410 miles (+21)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    207,410 miles
    Test number
    539720024675
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  5. Fail207,389 miles (+1,079)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,389 miles
    Test number
    249423324803
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  6. Pass206,310 miles (+1,543)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    206,310 miles
    Test number
    156556170637
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  7. Pass204,767 miles (+15)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    204,767 miles
    Test number
    631379510539
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened various components front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail204,752 miles (+2,794)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,752 miles
    Test number
    559603851039
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened various components front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass201,958 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    201,958 miles
    Test number
    569241771101
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail201,958 miles (+8,101)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,958 miles
    Test number
    725608531672
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass193,857 miles (+5,964)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    193,857 miles
    Test number
    722760336460
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass187,893 miles (+8,332)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    187,893 miles
    Test number
    362002471625
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass179,561 miles (+90)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    179,561 miles
    Test number
    898033318151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail179,471 miles (+9,862)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,471 miles
    Test number
    461409461005
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryPad light on dash

  15. Pass169,609 miles (+10,829)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    169,609 miles
    Test number
    703142055379
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear light on
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre has cuts to side wall
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre has a deep cut in tread and starting to wear low

  16. Pass158,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    158,780 miles
    Test number
    846064494296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail158,780 miles (+11,100)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,780 miles
    Test number
    986754594272
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass147,680 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    147,680 miles
    Test number
    449447183233
    • Note1) tyres 245 45 18
    • Note2) n/s front tyre sidewall damaged
    • Note3) pin in o/s front tyre
    • Note4) o/s mirror head damaged

  19. Fail147,680 miles (+8,617)4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,680 miles
    Test number
    995567483262
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Note1) tyres 245 45 18
    • Note2) n/s front tyre sidewall damaged
    • Note3) pin in o/s front tyre
    • Note4) o/s mirror head damaged

  20. Pass139,063 miles (+4,496)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    139,063 miles
    Test number
    845318572236
    • Note1) tyres 245 45 18 2) front anti-roll bar drop links worn

  21. Pass134,567 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    134,567 miles
    Test number
    508004791237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Fail134,567 miles (+13,452)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,567 miles
    Test number
    487364691222
    • FailureOffside Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Pass121,115 miles (+10,674)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    121,115 miles
    Test number
    934750000314
    • NoteBattery charge lamp on

  24. Pass110,441 miles (+33,984)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    110,441 miles
    Test number
    753513219279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass76,457 miles (+16,002)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    76,457 miles
    Test number
    584111418249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass60,455 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    60,455 miles
    Test number
    410193987109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T5 NOU

Does T5 NOU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 NOU is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 NOU?
The MOT on T5 NOU is valid until 19 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 NOU done?
T5 NOU was recorded at 208,015 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2025, an average of 8,329 miles a year.
Has T5 NOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 NOU has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T5 NOU 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 NOU find?
T5 NOU passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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