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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,460 cc

T5 URHMOT history

T5 URH is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 4 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 196,608 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
196,608 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,062 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 URH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
4 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 URH was last recorded at 196,608 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 90 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Mar 2009: 76,335 miles, lower than 204,504 miles on 11 Nov 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
196,518 miles · 30 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
90 miles
Average per year
2,062 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 196,608 miles
  • 2024 – 193,434 miles
  • 2023 – 188,329 miles
  • 2022 – 179,004 miles
  • 2021 – 170,645 miles
  • 2020 – 170,197 miles
  • 2019 – 168,305 miles
  • 2018 – 165,141 miles
  • 2017 – 158,940 miles
  • 2016 – 146,869 miles
  • 2015 – 140,951 miles
  • 2014 – 132,895 miles
  • 2013 – 123,323 miles
  • 2011 – 108,877 miles
  • 2010 – 92,822 miles
  • 2009 – 76,335 miles
  • 2008 – 204,504 miles
  • 2007 – 158,970 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,608 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Front To Rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 31 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,608 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    196,608 miles
    Test number
    447620436235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail196,518 miles (+3,084)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,518 miles
    Test number
    431120654093
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Front To Rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Rears (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass193,434 miles (+53)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    193,434 miles
    Test number
    101997737648
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Front to Rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear Box (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail193,381 miles (+5,052)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,381 miles
    Test number
    936816144686
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction large sunstrip 9 inches deep protruding 5 inches into swept area (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm front bush - excess play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt bottom ball joint dust cover split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted rim slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along trailing arm - corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along trailing arm. Greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnable to inspect outer discs / pads due to solid wheel construction.

  5. Pass188,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    188,329 miles
    Test number
    754440572725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail188,324 miles (+9,320)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,324 miles
    Test number
    463865898090
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass179,004 miles (+64)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    179,004 miles
    Test number
    624092933424
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail178,940 miles (+8,295)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,940 miles
    Test number
    402801144538
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass170,645 miles (+448)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    170,645 miles
    Test number
    755866991981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass170,197 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    170,197 miles
    Test number
    346251851856
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Fail170,196 miles (+1,891)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,196 miles
    Test number
    322703042203
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  12. Pass168,305 miles (+3,164)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    168,305 miles
    Test number
    742189073085
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass165,141 miles (+6,201)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    165,141 miles
    Test number
    483059196951
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass158,940 miles (+113)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    158,940 miles
    Test number
    340106943419
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on the inner and outer edges

  15. Fail158,827 miles (+11,958)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,827 miles
    Test number
    474824552144
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on the inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryOffside registration number plate light dim

  16. Pass146,869 miles (+5,918)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    146,869 miles
    Test number
    865875464584
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber has a light misting of oil

  17. Pass140,951 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    140,951 miles
    Test number
    276959115126
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust becoming corroded
    • NoteSpare tyre worn to limit

  18. Fail140,951 miles (+8,056)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,951 miles
    Test number
    765059015185
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust becoming corroded
    • NoteSpare tyre worn to limit

  19. Pass132,895 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    132,895 miles
    Test number
    125935164457
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust system in poor condition

  20. Fail132,895 miles (+9,572)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,895 miles
    Test number
    927743564081
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust system in poor condition

  21. Pass123,323 miles (+14,446)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    123,323 miles
    Test number
    767580553093
    • NoteGearbox mounting defective
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass108,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    108,877 miles
    Test number
    286621041365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail108,877 miles (+10,095)14 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,877 miles
    Test number
    125576131340
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)
    • FailureCentre Rear Statutory seat belt of the wrong type. (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine very noisey
    • NoteParking brake lever has slight sideplay when engaged
    • NoteRear tyres slightly out of shape on inner edges

  24. Pass98,782 miles (+5,960)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    98,782 miles
    Test number
    927510751012
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  25. Pass92,822 miles (+16,487)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    92,822 miles
    Test number
    172278060409
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass76,335 miles (-128,169)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    76,335 miles
    Test number
    851463269031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass204,504 miles (+45,534)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    204,504 miles
    Test number
    901086218384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass158,970 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    158,970 miles
    Test number
    160653217384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail158,882 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,882 miles
    Test number
    173644607383
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about T5 URH

Does T5 URH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 URH is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 URH?
The MOT on T5 URH is valid until 16 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 URH done?
T5 URH was recorded at 196,608 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 2,062 miles a year.
Has T5 URH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 URH has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 URH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Mar 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T5 URH find?
T5 URH passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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