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Volkswagen Transporter

White and Red · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

T5 UTWMOT history

T5 UTW is a white and red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 172,898 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 May 2027
Mileage
172,898 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,090 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 UTW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White and Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 UTW was last recorded at 172,898 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 3,102 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,796 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,102 miles
Average per year
8,090 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,898 miles
  • 2025 – 169,796 miles
  • 2023 – 168,284 miles
  • 2022 – 164,206 miles
  • 2021 – 160,699 miles
  • 2020 – 156,998 miles
  • 2019 – 153,854 miles
  • 2018 – 148,217 miles
  • 2017 – 128,349 miles
  • 2016 – 118,261 miles
  • 2015 – 104,791 miles
  • 2014 – 91,481 miles
  • 2013 – 77,876 miles
  • 2011 – 50,832 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,898 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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 7 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,898 miles (+3,102)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2027
    Odometer
    172,898 miles
    Test number
    657225116119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass169,796 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    169,796 miles
    Test number
    987149256991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail169,790 miles (+1,506)2 dangerous4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,790 miles
    Test number
    998958632535
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door hinge insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Rear reflector not red in colour both sides (4.8.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass168,284 miles (+4,078)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    168,284 miles
    Test number
    320735680204
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass164,206 miles (+3,507)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    164,206 miles
    Test number
    610959100977
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass160,699 miles (+3,701)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    160,699 miles
    Test number
    953304589600
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass156,998 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    156,998 miles
    Test number
    533631477957
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail156,996 miles (+3,142)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,996 miles
    Test number
    154046087038
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass153,854 miles (+5,637)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    153,854 miles
    Test number
    962467987512
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass148,217 miles (+11,838)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    148,217 miles
    Test number
    575465138466
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated {perished}
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass136,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    136,379 miles
    Test number
    183956606398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail136,379 miles (+8,030)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,379 miles
    Test number
    703581530217
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  13. Pass128,349 miles (+10,088)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    128,349 miles
    Test number
    881636187929
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass118,261 miles (+13,470)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    118,261 miles
    Test number
    687054056094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass104,791 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    104,791 miles
    Test number
    165126315011
    • NoteBoth outer steering rack gaiters twisted

  16. Fail104,791 miles (+13,310)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,791 miles
    Test number
    508276015073
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth outer steering rack gaiters twisted

  17. Fail91,481 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,481 miles
    Test number
    767397304059
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • NoteWet day

  18. Pass91,481 miles (+13,605)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    91,481 miles
    Test number
    998277204082
    • NoteWet day

  19. Pass77,876 miles (+27,044)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    77,876 miles
    Test number
    848405013076
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass50,832 miles (+420)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    50,832 miles
    Test number
    409845471026
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Fail50,412 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,412 miles
    Test number
    435526461006
    • FailureCentre Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about T5 UTW

Does T5 UTW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 UTW is valid until 1 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 UTW?
The MOT on T5 UTW is valid until 1 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 UTW done?
T5 UTW was recorded at 172,898 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 8,090 miles a year.
Has T5 UTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 UTW has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T5 UTW 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 UTW find?
T5 UTW passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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