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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

T5 ROOMOT history

T5 ROO is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 236,842 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
236,842 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
10,120 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 ROO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 ROO was last recorded at 236,842 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 77 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
236,765 miles · 25 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
77 miles
Average per year
10,120 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 236,842 miles
  • 2025 – 230,430 miles
  • 2024 – 225,185 miles
  • 2023 – 220,674 miles
  • 2022 – 213,142 miles
  • 2021 – 208,269 miles
  • 2019 – 198,173 miles
  • 2018 – 191,071 miles
  • 2017 – 182,930 miles
  • 2016 – 176,960 miles
  • 2015 – 164,602 miles
  • 2014 – 149,107 miles
  • 2013 – 130,298 miles
  • 2012 – 111,290 miles
  • 2011 – 96,272 miles
  • 2010 – 86,332 miles
  • 2009 – 71,952 miles
  • 2008 – 56,073 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass236,842 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wings offside and nearside (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch bubbling with corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 11 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust system deterioratingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Minor5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Headlamp levelling device inoperative

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material back of subframe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass236,842 miles (+77)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    236,842 miles
    Test number
    243807011217
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wings offside and nearside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch bubbling with corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorating

  2. Fail236,765 miles (+6,335)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,765 miles
    Test number
    576915859874
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement on caliper (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wings offside and nearside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch bubbling with corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorating

  3. Pass230,430 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    230,430 miles
    Test number
    696456277932
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material back of subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail230,430 miles (+5,245)7 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,430 miles
    Test number
    686268310990
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material back of subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass225,185 miles (+2)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    225,185 miles
    Test number
    136809720475
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLamp level switch not present

  6. Fail225,183 miles (+4,509)4 dangerous7 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,183 miles
    Test number
    808556050724
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorFront Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass220,674 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    220,674 miles
    Test number
    817594676801
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNo headlamp level switch present at time of retest
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes tied to antiroll bar

  8. Fail220,674 miles (+7,532)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,674 miles
    Test number
    765232414653
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes tied to antiroll bar

  9. Pass213,142 miles (+4,873)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    213,142 miles
    Test number
    271870462717
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 and shocks corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass208,269 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    208,269 miles
    Test number
    520476948508
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated x2 (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail208,269 miles (+10,096)2 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,269 miles
    Test number
    179200232453
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm CORDS EXPOSED (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps BOTH (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated x2 (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass198,173 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    198,173 miles
    Test number
    920785797415
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside going to first flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail198,173 miles (+7,102)1 dangerous2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,173 miles
    Test number
    564135285403
    • DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake caliper outer securing device missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer securing device incorrectly fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside going to first flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass191,071 miles (+8,141)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    191,071 miles
    Test number
    559602444975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass182,930 miles (+5,970)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    182,930 miles
    Test number
    123351047365
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light illuminated on dash

  16. Pass176,960 miles (+12,358)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    176,960 miles
    Test number
    649622754241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass164,602 miles (+15,495)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    164,602 miles
    Test number
    755261285128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass149,107 miles (+18,809)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    149,107 miles
    Test number
    497338784159
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass130,298 miles (+19,008)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    130,298 miles
    Test number
    636187933107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass111,290 miles (+15,018)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    111,290 miles
    Test number
    108782642132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail96,272 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,272 miles
    Test number
    488526541115
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass96,272 miles (+9,940)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    96,272 miles
    Test number
    919016741187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass86,332 miles (+14,380)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    86,332 miles
    Test number
    550771740112
    • NoteN/s/r tyre down to 2mm
    • NoteO/s/r tyre down to 3mm
    • NoteWipers smearing screen

  24. Pass71,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    71,952 miles
    Test number
    634479319158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail71,952 miles (+15,879)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,952 miles
    Test number
    640629519150
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  26. Pass56,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    56,073 miles
    Test number
    851298148147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail56,073 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,073 miles
    Test number
    280878848407
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Questions about T5 ROO

Does T5 ROO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 ROO is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 ROO?
The MOT on T5 ROO is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 ROO done?
T5 ROO was recorded at 236,842 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 10,120 miles a year.
Has T5 ROO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 ROO has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 ROO 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 ROO find?
T5 ROO passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: front upper suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wings offside and nearside; nearside rear wheel arch bubbling with corrosion; offside front coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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