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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,460 cc

T5 SDXMOT history

T5 SDX is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 16 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 16 MOT tests, with 143,404 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
143,404 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
15 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,425 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 SDX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
16 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 SDX was last recorded at 143,404 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 2,622 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,782 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,622 miles
Average per year
6,425 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,404 miles
  • 2025 – 140,782 miles
  • 2024 – 136,888 miles
  • 2023 – 133,314 miles
  • 2021 – 128,252 miles
  • 2020 – 122,613 miles
  • 2019 – 117,195 miles
  • 2018 – 112,063 miles
  • 2017 – 105,734 miles
  • 2016 – 97,867 miles
  • 2015 – 88,578 miles
  • 2014 – 78,988 miles
  • 2013 – 69,449 miles
  • 2012 – 59,187 miles
  • 2011 – 47,373 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,404 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

16 tests since 8 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,404 miles (+2,622)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    143,404 miles
    Test number
    656990972074
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass140,782 miles (+3,894)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    140,782 miles
    Test number
    142375593764
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass136,888 miles (+3,574)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    136,888 miles
    Test number
    232920618438
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass133,314 miles (+5,062)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    133,314 miles
    Test number
    540843697451
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass128,252 miles (+5,639)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    128,252 miles
    Test number
    152177921689
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass122,613 miles (+5,418)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    122,613 miles
    Test number
    290048117769
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge slightly wearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass117,195 miles (+5,132)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    117,195 miles
    Test number
    368137396477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass112,063 miles (+6,329)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    112,063 miles
    Test number
    271692669709
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass105,734 miles (+7,867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    105,734 miles
    Test number
    680366386226
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Pass97,867 miles (+9,289)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    97,867 miles
    Test number
    738127916413
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass88,578 miles (+9,590)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    88,578 miles
    Test number
    199314105155
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Fail78,988 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,988 miles
    Test number
    256747304435
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass78,988 miles (+9,539)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    78,988 miles
    Test number
    579887304117
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass69,449 miles (+10,262)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    69,449 miles
    Test number
    197443503141
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass59,187 miles (+11,814)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    59,187 miles
    Test number
    716422802109
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass47,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    47,373 miles
    Test number
    979868291081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 SDX

Does T5 SDX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 SDX is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 SDX?
The MOT on T5 SDX is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 SDX done?
T5 SDX was recorded at 143,404 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 6,425 miles a year.
Has T5 SDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 SDX has failed 1 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2014.
Has the mileage on T5 SDX 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 SDX find?
T5 SDX passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 1 more.

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