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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

T5 VCWMOT history

T5 VCW is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 16 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 116,509 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Oct 2027
Mileage
116,509 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,060 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 VCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 VCW was last recorded at 116,509 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,494 miles · 30 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
6,060 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,509 miles
  • 2025 – 112,295 miles
  • 2024 – 106,735 miles
  • 2023 – 102,139 miles
  • 2022 – 96,889 miles
  • 2021 – 89,833 miles
  • 2020 – 84,429 miles
  • 2019 – 79,836 miles
  • 2018 – 73,525 miles
  • 2017 – 63,163 miles
  • 2016 – 56,651 miles
  • 2015 – 53,038 miles
  • 2014 – 48,463 miles
  • 2013 – 40,742 miles
  • 2012 – 35,142 miles
  • 2011 – 24,926 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,509 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded to power steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front inner wings/ wheel arches in suspension turrets (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))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.

  • Front inner wheel arches corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,509 miles (+15)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    116,509 miles
    Test number
    347523149530
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded to power steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front inner wings/ wheel arches in suspension turrets (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Fail116,494 miles (+4,199)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,494 miles
    Test number
    108276822619
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded to power steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front inner wings/ wheel arches in suspension turrets (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Pass112,295 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    112,295 miles
    Test number
    218687489964
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded all (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront engine metal coolant pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryFront inner wheel arches corroded

  4. Fail112,295 miles (+5,560)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,295 miles
    Test number
    381015924221
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded all (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront engine metal coolant pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryFront inner wheel arches corroded

  5. Pass106,735 miles (+4,596)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    106,735 miles
    Test number
    168156482915
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge , not showing cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge, not showing cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront inner wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing slight on inner edges

  6. Pass102,139 miles (+5,250)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    102,139 miles
    Test number
    404299134598
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre section corroded
    • AdvisoryFront inner wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisorySlight binding to offside rear wheel

  7. Pass96,889 miles4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    96,889 miles
    Test number
    261454848262
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose around tail pipe of exhaust

  8. Fail96,889 miles (+7,056)1 dangerous1 major4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,889 miles
    Test number
    603362697909
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose around tail pipe of exhaust

  9. Pass89,833 miles (+5,404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    89,833 miles
    Test number
    744471604843
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass84,429 miles (+4,593)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    84,429 miles
    Test number
    857717989010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass79,836 miles (+6,311)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    79,836 miles
    Test number
    455838088955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,525 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    73,525 miles
    Test number
    520572365560
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake caliper spring clip missing

  13. Fail73,525 miles (+10,362)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,525 miles
    Test number
    105571038178
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake caliper spring clip missing

  14. Pass63,163 miles (+6,512)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    63,163 miles
    Test number
    714118943271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,651 miles (+3,613)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    56,651 miles
    Test number
    722060767621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,038 miles (+4,575)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    53,038 miles
    Test number
    651762205424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail48,463 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,463 miles
    Test number
    366272834218
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass48,463 miles (+7,721)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    48,463 miles
    Test number
    418152834277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,742 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    40,742 miles
    Test number
    386482113231
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass40,739 miles (+5,597)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    40,739 miles
    Test number
    259381013291
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass35,142 miles (+10,216)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    35,142 miles
    Test number
    979465132251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass24,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    24,926 miles
    Test number
    397707731220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail24,926 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,926 miles
    Test number
    209877831210
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T5 VCW

Does T5 VCW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 VCW is valid until 16 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 VCW?
The MOT on T5 VCW is valid until 16 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 VCW done?
T5 VCW was recorded at 116,509 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 6,060 miles a year.
Has T5 VCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 VCW has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 VCW 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 VCW find?
T5 VCW passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside rear position lamp light intensity obviously reduced; front power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded to power steering rack; front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both, and 5 more.

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