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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

T5 RXHMOT history

T5 RXH is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 18 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 171,622 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
171,622 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,521 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 RXH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 RXH was last recorded at 171,622 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 5,208 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Sept 2013: 96,977 miles, lower than 231,718 miles on 24 Sept 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
166,414 miles · 13 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,208 miles
Average per year
2,521 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,622 miles
  • 2025 – 166,414 miles
  • 2024 – 159,541 miles
  • 2022 – 157,670 miles
  • 2021 – 146,100 miles
  • 2020 – 143,210 miles
  • 2019 – 133,395 miles
  • 2018 – 127,420 miles
  • 2016 – 123,889 miles
  • 2015 – 113,638 miles
  • 2014 – 104,868 miles
  • 2013 – 96,977 miles
  • 2012 – 231,718 miles
  • 2010 – 209,872 miles
  • 2009 – 174,236 miles
  • 2008 – 126,489 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,622 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside and components incl sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 19 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,622 miles (+5,208)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    171,622 miles
    Test number
    255086647038
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass166,414 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    166,414 miles
    Test number
    314804512798
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside and components incl sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Fail166,412 miles (+6,871)1 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,412 miles
    Test number
    557553263119
    • DangerousHydraulic fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative light on (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear reflector missing both (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside and components incl sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Pass159,541 miles (+1,871)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    159,541 miles
    Test number
    277986340895
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass157,670 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    157,670 miles
    Test number
    784079008478
    • AdvisoryFront bumper loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail157,670 miles (+11,570)3 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,670 miles
    Test number
    838308579331
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass146,100 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    146,100 miles
    Test number
    677178612421
    • AdvisoryOffside Front lower arm rear bush slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth sills have damage
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryExhaust system poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryOil light on at dash (level ok) sign of oil leak at engine area
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing low and edges
    • AdvisoryTell tales at dash slightly flicker dim when used

  8. Fail146,098 miles (+2,888)12 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,098 miles
    Test number
    121141223438
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play bearing broke up (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken snapped in 2 places (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play at lower arm rear bush
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to wear at edge
    • AdvisoryBoth sills damaged
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryExhaust outer skins split(no leaks
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damage
    • AdvisoryOil light int flashes (level ok
    • AdvisorySign of oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play at o/s/r wheel bearing

  9. Pass143,210 miles (+9,815)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    143,210 miles
    Test number
    355783043802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass133,395 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    133,395 miles
    Test number
    654572194111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail133,394 miles (+5,974)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,394 miles
    Test number
    933318280960
    • 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))

  12. Pass127,420 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    127,420 miles
    Test number
    804565698779
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak at engine

  13. Fail127,420 miles (+3,531)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,420 miles
    Test number
    641936698596
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak at engine

  14. Pass123,889 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    123,889 miles
    Test number
    525246167910
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Rear of front to rear corroded both pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Fail123,889 miles (+10,251)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,889 miles
    Test number
    276544386531
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged likely to lead to failure under load stalk cover missing (5.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Rear of front to rear corroded both pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass113,638 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    113,638 miles
    Test number
    418374754751
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded chassis (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded chassis (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail113,638 miles (+8,770)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,638 miles
    Test number
    806266148771
    • FailureFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded chassis (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded chassis (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass104,868 miles (+4)6 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    104,868 miles
    Test number
    648737644238
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCenter front seatbelt cover missing advs urgent replacement
    • NoteClean and check all roadwheels for damage
    • NoteNail in o/s/r tyre wall

  19. Fail104,864 miles (+7,887)6 failures6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,864 miles
    Test number
    925488534235
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCenter front seatbelt cover missing advs urgent replacement
    • NoteClean and check all roadwheels for damage

  20. Pass96,977 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    96,977 miles
    Test number
    407350663279
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail96,977 miles (-134,741)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,977 miles
    Test number
    657380063220
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass231,718 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    231,718 miles
    Test number
    287218462231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail231,695 miles (+21,823)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,695 miles
    Test number
    945127052285
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass209,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    209,872 miles
    Test number
    212992980079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail209,872 miles (+35,636)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,872 miles
    Test number
    980021280099
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass174,236 miles (+47,747)1 dangerous1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    174,236 miles
    Test number
    844109579003
    • DangerousAdvise power steering drive belt damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAdvise air bag warning light on
    • NoteAdvise trim insecure on underside
    • NoteAdvise wiper blades not clearing screen very well

  27. Pass126,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    126,489 miles
    Test number
    160069678090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 RXH

Does T5 RXH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 RXH is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 RXH?
The MOT on T5 RXH is valid until 12 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 RXH done?
T5 RXH was recorded at 171,622 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 2,521 miles a year.
Has T5 RXH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 RXH has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T5 RXH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Sept 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T5 RXH find?
T5 RXH passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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