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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 2,460 cc

T5 UMUMOT history

T5 UMU is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 20 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 131,853 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
131,853 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,672 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 UMU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
20 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 UMU was last recorded at 131,853 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,853 miles · 21 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,672 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,853 miles
  • 2025 – 130,681 miles
  • 2024 – 129,269 miles
  • 2023 – 127,231 miles
  • 2022 – 125,995 miles
  • 2020 – 123,204 miles
  • 2019 – 117,599 miles
  • 2017 – 102,004 miles
  • 2016 – 94,438 miles
  • 2015 – 85,244 miles
  • 2014 – 78,126 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,853 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both Front Jacking Points. (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front To Rear. (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Backing Plate Broken And Rubbing On Disc.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Axle Corroded.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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 24 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,853 miles2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    131,853 miles
    Test number
    396419814234
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both Front Jacking Points. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front To Rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Backing Plate Broken And Rubbing On Disc.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle Corroded.

  2. Fail131,853 miles (+1,172)1 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,853 miles
    Test number
    679571056790
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both Front Jacking Points. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front To Rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Backing Plate Broken And Rubbing On Disc.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle Corroded.

  3. Pass130,681 miles (+1,412)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    130,681 miles
    Test number
    903610095010
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush near limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass129,269 miles (+2,038)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    129,269 miles
    Test number
    485693029613
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass127,231 miles5 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    127,231 miles
    Test number
    869233815984
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust poor condition
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust poor condition

  6. Fail127,231 miles (+1,236)1 major5 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,231 miles
    Test number
    700937220112
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust poor condition
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust poor condition

  7. Pass125,995 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    125,995 miles
    Test number
    244926714717
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on dash

  8. Fail125,995 miles (+2,791)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,995 miles
    Test number
    404956416515
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on dash

  9. Pass123,204 miles (+5,605)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    123,204 miles
    Test number
    443470248877
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted covering some components

  10. Pass117,599 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    117,599 miles
    Test number
    755468499344
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail117,599 miles (+7,537)4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,599 miles
    Test number
    833278388341
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass110,062 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    110,062 miles
    Test number
    550902642555
    • AdvisoryExhaust heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious underbody component's corroded

  13. Fail110,062 miles (+8,058)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,062 miles
    Test number
    242413321716
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious underbody component's corroded

  14. Pass102,004 miles (+7,566)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    102,004 miles
    Test number
    983475559133
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass94,438 miles (+68)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    94,438 miles
    Test number
    618634713489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail94,370 miles (+9,126)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,370 miles
    Test number
    401524820437
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass85,244 miles (+7,118)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    85,244 miles
    Test number
    678093405282
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVarious underbody components corroded

  18. Pass78,126 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    78,126 miles
    Test number
    976785204200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about T5 UMU

Does T5 UMU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 UMU is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 UMU?
The MOT on T5 UMU is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 UMU done?
T5 UMU was recorded at 131,853 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 4,672 miles a year.
Has T5 UMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 UMU has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 UMU 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 UMU find?
T5 UMU passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front jacking points., and 10 more.

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