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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2008 · 2,460 cc

T5 NRUMOT history

T5 NRU is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 9 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 142,340 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
142,340 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,587 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 NRU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
9 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 NRU was last recorded at 142,340 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,336 miles · 4 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
5,587 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,340 miles
  • 2025 – 139,751 miles
  • 2024 – 138,312 miles
  • 2023 – 137,401 miles
  • 2022 – 132,785 miles
  • 2021 – 128,703 miles
  • 2020 – 125,259 miles
  • 2019 – 115,341 miles
  • 2018 – 109,284 miles
  • 2017 – 104,994 miles
  • 2015 – 99,902 miles
  • 2014 – 92,016 miles
  • 2013 – 83,712 miles
  • 2012 – 73,639 miles
  • 2011 – 60,219 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,340 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,340 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    142,340 miles
    Test number
    323388428902
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail142,336 miles (+2,585)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,336 miles
    Test number
    125040304203
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass139,751 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    139,751 miles
    Test number
    268458767724
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail139,751 miles (+1,439)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,751 miles
    Test number
    742183864193
    • DangerousNearside Rear 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))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass138,312 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    138,312 miles
    Test number
    250143134733
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail138,312 miles (+911)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,312 miles
    Test number
    212102155009
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass137,401 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    137,401 miles
    Test number
    511263498467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail137,400 miles (+4,615)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,400 miles
    Test number
    526930758652
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass132,785 miles (+4,082)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    132,785 miles
    Test number
    336830775518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass128,703 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    128,703 miles
    Test number
    707137327719
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail128,703 miles (+3,444)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,703 miles
    Test number
    157784127835
    • DangerousNearside Rear 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))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass125,259 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    125,259 miles
    Test number
    141284860783
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose backbox outer skin (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Mirror casing missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Fail125,257 miles (+9,916)2 dangerous6 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,257 miles
    Test number
    842892124006
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inside pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure Front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering arm modification unsafe play at fixing (2.1.3 (f) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose backbox outer skin (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Mirror casing missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass115,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    115,341 miles
    Test number
    681020770609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail115,340 miles (+6,056)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,340 miles
    Test number
    470444784240
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault airbag light (7.1.6 (a))

  16. Pass109,284 miles (+4,290)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    109,284 miles
    Test number
    205779534068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge of tread. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 275/40r20. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Bottom ball joint. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge of tread. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass104,994 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    104,994 miles
    Test number
    718122192005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail104,991 miles (+5,089)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,991 miles
    Test number
    329675334811
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass99,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    99,902 miles
    Test number
    577709002023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail99,902 miles (+7,886)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,902 miles
    Test number
    585879040912
    • FailureNearside Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer control is inaccessible to the driver (8.2.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Battery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever is located so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated from the driver's seat (3.1.3c)

  21. Pass92,016 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    92,016 miles
    Test number
    109224034171
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Fail92,016 miles (+8,304)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,016 miles
    Test number
    249623634425
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass83,712 miles (+10,073)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    83,712 miles
    Test number
    257508323119
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass73,639 miles (+13,420)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    73,639 miles
    Test number
    338806832104
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass60,219 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    60,219 miles
    Test number
    388157041157
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail60,219 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,219 miles
    Test number
    936667741162
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T5 NRU

Does T5 NRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 NRU is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 NRU?
The MOT on T5 NRU is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 NRU done?
T5 NRU was recorded at 142,340 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 5,587 miles a year.
Has T5 NRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 NRU has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 NRU 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 NRU find?
T5 NRU passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: front oil leak, but not excessive.

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