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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2004 · 2,460 cc

T5 UNWMOT history

T5 UNW is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 22 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 217,864 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
217,864 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,709 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 UNW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
22 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 UNW was last recorded at 217,864 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
217,844 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
5,709 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 217,864 miles
  • 2025 – 217,844 miles
  • 2024 – 217,810 miles
  • 2022 – 217,489 miles
  • 2021 – 217,446 miles
  • 2020 – 217,394 miles
  • 2019 – 217,121 miles
  • 2018 – 216,329 miles
  • 2017 – 215,526 miles
  • 2016 – 213,545 miles
  • 2015 – 212,328 miles
  • 2014 – 209,889 miles
  • 2013 – 208,013 miles
  • 2012 – 202,040 miles
  • 2011 – 185,342 miles
  • 2009 – 162,422 miles
  • 2008 – 146,106 miles
  • 2007 – 112,473 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass217,864 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment

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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass217,864 miles (+20)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    217,864 miles
    Test number
    333677066108
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment

  2. Pass217,844 miles (+34)1 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    217,844 miles
    Test number
    955536801952
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive backing plates (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive backing plates (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive backing plates (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive backing plates (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass217,810 miles (+321)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    217,810 miles
    Test number
    298157271639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass217,489 miles (+5)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    217,489 miles
    Test number
    783536112536
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust badly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs backing plates badly deteriorated both n/s and o/s

  5. Fail217,484 miles (+38)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,484 miles
    Test number
    844017674595
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust badly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs backing plates badly deteriorated both n/s and o/s

  6. Pass217,446 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    217,446 miles
    Test number
    666949644808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass217,394 miles (+273)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    217,394 miles
    Test number
    661227877475
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust sections middle and rear deteriorated

  8. Pass217,121 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    217,121 miles
    Test number
    672114481941
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  9. Fail217,120 miles (+791)2 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,120 miles
    Test number
    180500092258
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working all rear (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  10. Pass216,329 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    216,329 miles
    Test number
    172335056783
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail216,329 miles (+803)7 major4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,329 miles
    Test number
    889385990786
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass215,526 miles (+1,981)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    215,526 miles
    Test number
    654718710418
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  13. Pass213,545 miles (+1,217)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    213,545 miles
    Test number
    631207924301
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear x 2 (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass212,328 miles (+2,439)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    212,328 miles
    Test number
    499848205164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass209,889 miles (+1,876)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    209,889 miles
    Test number
    999773254047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass208,013 miles (+5,973)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    208,013 miles
    Test number
    877830543067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass202,040 miles (+16,698)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    202,040 miles
    Test number
    355535732055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass185,342 miles (+22,920)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    185,342 miles
    Test number
    538539821008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass162,422 miles (+16,316)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    162,422 miles
    Test number
    334633499248
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass146,106 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    146,106 miles
    Test number
    503317228324
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Fail146,106 miles (+33,633)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,106 miles
    Test number
    460486328342
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass112,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    112,473 miles
    Test number
    604990617341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail112,473 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,473 miles
    Test number
    901830417308
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Questions about T5 UNW

Does T5 UNW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 UNW is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 UNW?
The MOT on T5 UNW is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 UNW done?
T5 UNW was recorded at 217,864 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 5,709 miles a year.
Has T5 UNW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 UNW has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T5 UNW 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 UNW find?
T5 UNW passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 9 more.

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