Volkswagen Transporter
Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 2,460 cc
T5 PKUMOT history
T5 PKU is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 166,801 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 5 Aug 2027
- Mileage
- 166,801 mi
- At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
- MOT tests
- 21
- 14 passed · 7 failed
- Per year
- 5,296 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T5 PKU
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,460 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2008
- First used
- 31 Jul 2008
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 14 Jul 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T5 PKU was last recorded at 166,801 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 166,791 miles · 13 Jul 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 10 miles
- Average per year
- 5,296 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 166,801 miles
- 2025 – 162,098 miles
- 2023 – 160,839 miles
- 2021 – 160,329 miles
- 2020 – 158,630 miles
- 2019 – 153,812 miles
- 2018 – 149,530 miles
- 2017 – 142,858 miles
- 2016 – 133,302 miles
- 2015 – 121,627 miles
- 2014 – 112,582 miles
- 2013 – 102,669 miles
- 2012 – 95,949 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass166,801 miles
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
- MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryCentral exhaust corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Exhaust slightly corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
Minor2 MOTs, 2019
Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
Minor2 MOTs, 2019
Nearside rear tyre sidewalls cracking and deteriorated
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Full MOT history
21 tests since 3 Jan 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass166,801 miles (+10)3 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Aug 2027
- Odometer
- 166,801 miles
- Test number
- 730037096315
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroded
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail166,791 miles (+4,693)6 major2 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 166,791 miles
- Test number
- 510456374890
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroded
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass162,098 miles1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Aug 2026
- Odometer
- 162,098 miles
- Test number
- 735329453151
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryExhaust slightly corroded
Fail162,098 miles (+1,259)6 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 162,098 miles
- Test number
- 179406528392
- MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryExhaust slightly corroded
Pass160,839 miles (+510)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jan 2024
- Odometer
- 160,839 miles
- Test number
- 509420546924
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass160,329 miles (+1,699)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jun 2022
- Odometer
- 160,329 miles
- Test number
- 484496430901
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass158,630 miles
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jun 2021
- Odometer
- 158,630 miles
- Test number
- 677929106474
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail158,630 miles (+4,818)1 dangerous3 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 158,630 miles
- Test number
- 190147160863
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass153,812 miles (+3)2 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 153,812 miles
- Test number
- 643568272724
- MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside rear tyre sidewalls cracking and deteriorated
- AdvisoryOffside rear tyre sidewalls cracking and deteriorated
Fail153,809 miles (+4,279)1 major2 repaired2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 153,809 miles
- Test number
- 955366549639
- MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
- MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside rear tyre sidewalls cracking and deteriorated
- AdvisoryOffside rear tyre sidewalls cracking and deteriorated
Pass149,530 miles (+6,672)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 149,530 miles
- Test number
- 443000619506
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Pass142,858 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 142,858 miles
- Test number
- 401615744202
- AdvisoryCentre silencer deteriorated
- AdvisoryDrivers side seat belt webbing frayed slightly
Fail142,858 miles (+9,556)3 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 142,858 miles
- Test number
- 948190790049
- FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
- FailureOffside Front Outer Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
- FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryCentre silencer deteriorated
- AdvisoryDrivers side seat belt webbing frayed slightly
Pass133,302 miles (+11,675)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 133,302 miles
- Test number
- 299676545238
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass121,627 miles (+9,045)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 121,627 miles
- Test number
- 916321915140
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass112,582 miles (+9,913)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 112,582 miles
- Test number
- 917793914154
- NoteCentre and rear exhaust sections are corroded on outer skins
- NoteVery slight noise from nearside rear wheel bearing
Fail102,669 miles3 repaired6 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 102,669 miles
- Test number
- 286571403413
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- NoteOnly 7 passenger seats fitted at test
- NoteRear exhaust outer casing deteriorated, no leaks
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Pass102,669 miles (+6,720)6 notes
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 102,669 miles
- Test number
- 828411303103
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- NoteOnly 7 passenger seats fitted at test
- NoteRear exhaust outer casing deteriorated, no leaks
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Fail95,949 miles2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 95,949 miles
- Test number
- 505776112163
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Pass95,949 miles (+6,083)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 95,949 miles
- Test number
- 748686412101
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass89,866 miles2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jan 2013
- Odometer
- 89,866 miles
- Test number
- 688753302020
- NoteSlight play nsr wheel bearing
- NoteSmall cut nsf side wall
Questions about T5 PKU
- Does T5 PKU currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 PKU is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T5 PKU?
- The MOT on T5 PKU is valid until 5 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 PKU done?
- T5 PKU was recorded at 166,801 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 5,296 miles a year.
- Has T5 PKU ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T5 PKU has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2026.
- Has the mileage on T5 PKU 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 PKU find?
- T5 PKU passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 3 minor defects and 7 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 7 more.
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