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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

T5 SBYMOT history

T5 SBY is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 14 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 252,014 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
252,014 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
10,524 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 SBY
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
14 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 SBY was last recorded at 252,014 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 7,168 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Jun 2010: 71,718 miles, lower than 115,635 miles on 14 Jul 2009.

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
244,846 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,168 miles
Average per year
10,524 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 252,014 miles
  • 2025 – 244,846 miles
  • 2024 – 237,291 miles
  • 2023 – 237,204 miles
  • 2022 – 223,673 miles
  • 2020 – 195,649 miles
  • 2018 – 166,192 miles
  • 2017 – 151,236 miles
  • 2016 – 137,687 miles
  • 2015 – 126,100 miles
  • 2014 – 112,897 miles
  • 2013 – 96,563 miles
  • 2012 – 93,472 miles
  • 2011 – 82,195 miles
  • 2010 – 71,718 miles
  • 2009 – 115,635 miles
  • 2008 – 86,041 miles
  • 2007 – 52,013 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass252,014 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 14 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass252,014 miles (+7,168)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    252,014 miles
    Test number
    508021625531
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass244,846 miles (+7,555)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    244,846 miles
    Test number
    691398846606
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess Cables and linkage (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Coil spring mount. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Jacking point. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Steering wheel.

  3. Pass237,291 miles (+87)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    237,291 miles
    Test number
    651666337526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass237,204 miles (+324)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    237,204 miles
    Test number
    484027593558
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail236,880 miles (+13,207)3 dangerous9 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,880 miles
    Test number
    704396338041
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass223,673 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    223,673 miles
    Test number
    901077368883
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail223,673 miles (+28,024)9 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,673 miles
    Test number
    679683175985
    • MajorAnti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass195,649 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    195,649 miles
    Test number
    752869413900
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail195,649 miles (+29,457)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,649 miles
    Test number
    774247610585
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass166,192 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    166,192 miles
    Test number
    446642871635
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail166,192 miles (+14,956)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,192 miles
    Test number
    789819707657
    • MajorExhaust silencer insecure mounting bolts missing (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass151,236 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    151,236 miles
    Test number
    729223361742
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail151,234 miles (+13,547)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,234 miles
    Test number
    773485361091
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported bracket broken (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass137,687 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    137,687 miles
    Test number
    674275439476
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail137,683 miles (+3)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,683 miles
    Test number
    136734684118
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Fail137,680 miles (+11,580)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,680 miles
    Test number
    646570405870
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass126,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    126,100 miles
    Test number
    956050868759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail126,100 miles (+13,203)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,100 miles
    Test number
    650210770477
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass112,897 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    112,897 miles
    Test number
    417728844168
    • NoteSlight play in front driveshafts

  20. Fail112,897 miles (+16,334)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,897 miles
    Test number
    167127844156
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight play in front driveshafts

  21. Pass96,563 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    96,563 miles
    Test number
    629721603192
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear brake disc's slightly corroded

  22. Fail96,563 miles (+3,091)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,563 miles
    Test number
    907191203109
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear brake disc's slightly corroded

  23. Pass93,472 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    93,472 miles
    Test number
    676955352026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake disc's lipped
    • NoteRear brake disc's lipped

  24. Fail93,472 miles (+11,277)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,472 miles
    Test number
    329254952041
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake disc's lipped
    • NoteRear brake disc's lipped

  25. Pass82,195 miles (+10,477)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    82,195 miles
    Test number
    829419461150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass71,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    71,718 miles
    Test number
    113552750193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail71,718 miles (-43,917)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,718 miles
    Test number
    382912350111
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

  28. Pass115,635 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    115,635 miles
    Test number
    853565199157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail115,635 miles (+29,594)6 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,635 miles
    Test number
    401972099108
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteScraping damage to sills and ns outer wing and panel

  30. Pass86,041 miles (+34,028)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    86,041 miles
    Test number
    773491698174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail52,013 miles3 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,013 miles
    Test number
    222415097109
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteLarge under trays fitted , inspection restricted
    • NoteNoise at rear wheels , suspect brakes
    • NoteSlight imbalance on front / rear brakes & handbrake
    • NoteWheel nuts covered

  32. Pass52,013 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    52,013 miles
    Test number
    580285597137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteLarge under trays fitted , inspection restricted
    • NoteNoise at rear wheels , suspect brakes
    • NoteSlight imbalance on front / rear brakes & handbrake
    • NoteWheel nuts covered

Questions about T5 SBY

Does T5 SBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 SBY is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 SBY?
The MOT on T5 SBY is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 SBY done?
T5 SBY was recorded at 252,014 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 10,524 miles a year.
Has T5 SBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 SBY has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T5 SBY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Jun 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T5 SBY find?
T5 SBY passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 4 more.

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