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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

T5 ULMMOT history

T5 ULM is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 20 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 89,936 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
89,936 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,864 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 ULM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
20 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 ULM was last recorded at 89,936 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 3,655 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,281 miles · 5 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,655 miles
Average per year
5,864 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,936 miles
  • 2025 – 86,281 miles
  • 2024 – 82,315 miles
  • 2022 – 77,968 miles
  • 2021 – 72,189 miles
  • 2020 – 70,470 miles
  • 2019 – 60,959 miles
  • 2018 – 51,172 miles
  • 2017 – 41,491 miles
  • 2016 – 35,012 miles
  • 2014 – 24,122 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,936 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated/corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Exhaust system slightly deteriorated/corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Central Exhaust system slightly deteriorated/corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

14 tests since 19 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,936 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    89,936 miles
    Test number
    272578839601
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated/corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail89,936 miles (+3,655)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,936 miles
    Test number
    573093794919
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords In tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated/corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass86,281 miles (+3,966)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    86,281 miles
    Test number
    627030167644
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly deteriorated/corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass82,315 miles (+4,347)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    82,315 miles
    Test number
    387785250003
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly deteriorated/corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass77,968 miles (+5,779)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    77,968 miles
    Test number
    915455096624
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust system slightly deteriorated/corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass72,189 miles (+1,719)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    72,189 miles
    Test number
    112370459026
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust system slightly deteriorated/corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass70,470 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    70,470 miles
    Test number
    685840203851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail70,470 miles (+9,511)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,470 miles
    Test number
    790307765644
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

  9. Pass60,959 miles (+9,787)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    60,959 miles
    Test number
    356853873741
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass51,172 miles (+9,681)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    51,172 miles
    Test number
    812275457335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass41,491 miles (+6,479)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    41,491 miles
    Test number
    813954933304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass35,012 miles (+10,890)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    35,012 miles
    Test number
    225374930832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass24,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    24,122 miles
    Test number
    369424954354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail24,122 miles3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,122 miles
    Test number
    148973754329
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside daytime running light not working

Questions about T5 ULM

Does T5 ULM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 ULM is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 ULM?
The MOT on T5 ULM is valid until 9 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 ULM done?
T5 ULM was recorded at 89,936 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 5,864 miles a year.
Has T5 ULM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 ULM has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 ULM 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 ULM find?
T5 ULM passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface; exhaust system deteriorated/corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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