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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

T5 UBDMOT history

T5 UBD is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 13 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 198,252 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
198,252 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,549 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 UBD
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
13 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 UBD was last recorded at 198,252 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Mar 2009: 32,753 miles, lower than 82,234 miles on 17 May 2008.

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
198,249 miles · 23 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
6,549 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 198,252 miles
  • 2024 – 192,549 miles
  • 2023 – 183,634 miles
  • 2022 – 181,399 miles
  • 2021 – 177,592 miles
  • 2020 – 172,780 miles
  • 2019 – 168,889 miles
  • 2017 – 165,646 miles
  • 2016 – 163,682 miles
  • 2015 – 160,703 miles
  • 2014 – 158,045 miles
  • 2013 – 154,387 miles
  • 2012 – 146,744 miles
  • 2011 – 132,018 miles
  • 2010 – 116,587 miles
  • 2009 – 96,955 miles
  • 2008 – 82,234 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,252 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded 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 Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,252 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    198,252 miles
    Test number
    105195685611
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail198,249 miles (+5,700)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,249 miles
    Test number
    887960545295
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft bearing housing insecure (6.1.7 (f) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass192,549 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    192,549 miles
    Test number
    442446192558
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail192,547 miles (+8,913)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,547 miles
    Test number
    786886511707
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass183,634 miles (+2,235)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    183,634 miles
    Test number
    947690775314
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass181,399 miles (+3,807)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    181,399 miles
    Test number
    921233428510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass177,592 miles (+4,812)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    177,592 miles
    Test number
    190957836790
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass172,780 miles (+181)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    172,780 miles
    Test number
    118395797325
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail172,599 miles (+3,710)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,599 miles
    Test number
    986431605277
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded rear parts of nearside and offside main through brake pipes leading to hoses (marked yellow) (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass168,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    168,889 miles
    Test number
    477200390154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail168,889 miles (+3,243)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,889 miles
    Test number
    941005212208
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended fog light (4.10 (c) (i))

  12. Pass165,646 miles (+1,964)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    165,646 miles
    Test number
    687075671023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass163,682 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    163,682 miles
    Test number
    799925182653
    • AdvisoryBoth mid and rear exhaust silencers outer skin rusting
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  14. Fail163,682 miles (+2,979)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,682 miles
    Test number
    650553908445
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBoth mid and rear exhaust silencers outer skin rusting
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  15. Pass160,703 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    160,703 miles
    Test number
    978607494813
    • AdvisoryExhaust outer skin rusting

  16. Fail160,703 miles (+2,658)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,703 miles
    Test number
    804562598054
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust outer skin rusting

  17. Pass158,045 miles (+3,658)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    158,045 miles
    Test number
    688184954221
    • NoteExhaust outter skin rusting

  18. Pass154,387 miles (+7,643)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    154,387 miles
    Test number
    549095253217
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteExhaust outter skin rusting

  19. Pass146,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    146,744 miles
    Test number
    108391362212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail146,744 miles (+14,726)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,744 miles
    Test number
    126591062251
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass132,018 miles (+15,431)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    132,018 miles
    Test number
    147087521261
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass116,587 miles (+19,632)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    116,587 miles
    Test number
    483025320210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass96,955 miles (+64,202)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2010
    Odometer
    96,955 miles
    Test number
    464849229132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,753 miles (-49,481)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    32,753 miles
    Test number
    510722789049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass82,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    82,234 miles
    Test number
    573128838139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 UBD

Does T5 UBD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 UBD is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 UBD?
The MOT on T5 UBD is valid until 2 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 UBD done?
T5 UBD was recorded at 198,252 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 6,549 miles a year.
Has T5 UBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 UBD has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 UBD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Mar 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T5 UBD find?
T5 UBD passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: central front lower sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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