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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,460 cc

T5 UFWMOT history

T5 UFW is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 24 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 271,730 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
271,730 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
12,176 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 UFW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 UFW was last recorded at 271,730 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 7,680 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Jan 2013: 175,615 miles, lower than 176,415 miles on 2 Jan 2013.

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
264,050 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,680 miles
Average per year
12,176 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 271,730 miles
  • 2024 – 264,050 miles
  • 2023 – 254,879 miles
  • 2022 – 250,696 miles
  • 2021 – 248,091 miles
  • 2020 – 245,762 miles
  • 2019 – 241,293 miles
  • 2018 – 230,888 miles
  • 2017 – 211,118 miles
  • 2016 – 201,308 miles
  • 2015 – 194,201 miles
  • 2014 – 188,470 miles
  • 2013 – 175,615 miles
  • 2011 – 155,933 miles
  • 2010 – 112,454 miles
  • 2009 – 72,301 miles
  • 2008 – 53,413 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass271,730 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides showing signs of cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass271,730 miles (+7,680)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    271,730 miles
    Test number
    162940338923
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides showing signs of cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass264,050 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    264,050 miles
    Test number
    629514587957
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  3. Fail264,050 miles (+9,171)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,050 miles
    Test number
    872082513178
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Pass254,879 miles (+4,183)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    254,879 miles
    Test number
    196197012026
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside top mount slightly worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Pass250,696 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    250,696 miles
    Test number
    690492666682
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail250,696 miles (+2,605)1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,696 miles
    Test number
    671000828260
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass248,091 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    248,091 miles
    Test number
    130257677488
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail248,091 miles (+2,329)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,091 miles
    Test number
    787889576652
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass245,762 miles (+4,469)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    245,762 miles
    Test number
    969980395978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass241,293 miles (+10,405)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    241,293 miles
    Test number
    895461413456
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass230,888 miles (+9,364)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    230,888 miles
    Test number
    575987796933
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass221,524 miles (+65)1 dangerous11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    221,524 miles
    Test number
    124478085272
    • DangerousCentral Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load has extension fitted if removed unable to locate seat belt (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel lowering kit fitted too low (2.4.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear both rear tyres wearing unevenly wrong tyre / wheel combination fitted for load carrying capacity
    • AdvisoryRear both side steps insecure
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring modified but not seriously weakened both coil spring do not locate after jacking too small for travel of suspension (2.4.A.2)
    • AdvisoryRear centre exhaust boxes corroded skins pealing away
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  13. Fail221,459 miles (+84)1 dangerous7 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,459 miles
    Test number
    250592740723
    • DangerousCentral Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load has extension fitted if removed unable to locate seat belt (5.2.4a)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel lowering kit fitted too low (2.4.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear both rear tyres wearing unevenly wrong tyre / wheel combination fitted for load carrying capacity
    • AdvisoryRear both side steps insecure
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring modified but not seriously weakened both coil spring do not locate after jacking too small for travel of suspension (2.4.A.2)
    • AdvisoryRear centre exhaust boxes corroded skins pealing away
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  14. Fail221,375 miles (+10,257)8 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,375 miles
    Test number
    846230283578
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high adjuster has no effect (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located after jacking up (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Coil spring not correctly located after jacking up (2.4.C.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryNon standard wheels fitted (19")

  15. Pass211,118 miles (+9,810)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    211,118 miles
    Test number
    718534469463
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box has corrosion on seam

  16. Pass201,308 miles (+7,107)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    201,308 miles
    Test number
    628548271975
    • AdvisoryChildseat fitted
    • AdvisoryDrivers door handle stickle
    • AdvisoryFront anti roll bar links dust covers damaged
    • AdvisoryHandbrake warning lamp not illuminating when handbrake operated
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryOffside front wheel bearing slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn 3mm
    • AdvisoryRear brakes fluctuating
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished

  17. Pass194,201 miles (+5,731)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    194,201 miles
    Test number
    207502105013
    • NoteCentre & rear silencer boxes starting to corrode

  18. Pass188,470 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    188,470 miles
    Test number
    155083204099
    • NoteDrivers door slightly stiff to open ?

  19. Fail188,470 miles (+12,855)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,470 miles
    Test number
    646153904015
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteDrivers door slightly stiff to open ?

  20. Pass175,615 miles (-800)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    175,615 miles
    Test number
    296230213042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail176,415 miles (+20,482)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,415 miles
    Test number
    955212503068
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass155,933 miles (+43,479)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    155,933 miles
    Test number
    719801511104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass112,454 miles (+40,153)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    112,454 miles
    Test number
    863122820062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass72,301 miles (+18,888)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    72,301 miles
    Test number
    232929119073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass53,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    53,413 miles
    Test number
    474897618080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 UFW

Does T5 UFW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 UFW is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T5 UFW?
The MOT on T5 UFW is valid until 21 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 UFW done?
T5 UFW was recorded at 271,730 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 12,176 miles a year.
Has T5 UFW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 UFW has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T5 UFW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Jan 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T5 UFW find?
T5 UFW passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: front brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides showing signs of cracking; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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