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Volkswagen Transporter

Black and White · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

T5 VDDMOT history

T5 VDD is a black and white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 5 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 19 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 195,649 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Sept 2027
Mileage
195,649 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,800 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 VDD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
5 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 VDD was last recorded at 195,649 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 2,781 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,868 miles · 9 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,781 miles
Average per year
8,800 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 195,649 miles
  • 2025 – 192,868 miles
  • 2024 – 191,402 miles
  • 2023 – 186,490 miles
  • 2022 – 173,167 miles
  • 2021 – 166,557 miles
  • 2020 – 161,262 miles
  • 2019 – 154,918 miles
  • 2018 – 149,626 miles
  • 2017 – 142,300 miles
  • 2016 – 136,753 miles
  • 2015 – 130,075 miles
  • 2014 – 128,660 miles
  • 2013 – 111,973 miles
  • 2012 – 100,067 miles
  • 2011 – 85,563 miles
  • 2010 – 72,764 miles
  • 2009 – 58,790 miles
  • 2008 – 35,884 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,649 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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 Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Central and rear exhaust slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 7 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,649 miles (+2,781)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    195,649 miles
    Test number
    349077284255
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Pass192,868 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    192,868 miles
    Test number
    838908925044
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral and rear exhaust slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail192,868 miles (+1,466)4 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,868 miles
    Test number
    279518733241
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral and rear exhaust slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass191,402 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    191,402 miles
    Test number
    789110819185
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear section of exhaust corroded / outer skin peeling
    • AdvisoryDamage to the o/s/r quarter panel area
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s beam pattern poor

  5. Fail191,402 miles (+4,912)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,402 miles
    Test number
    126729434503
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear section of exhaust corroded / outer skin peeling
    • AdvisoryDamage to the o/s/r quarter panel area
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s beam pattern poor

  6. Pass186,490 miles (+13,323)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    186,490 miles
    Test number
    452540170389
    • AdvisoryCentral and rear exhaust system slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • 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))

  7. Pass173,167 miles (+6,610)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    173,167 miles
    Test number
    584794885581
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust system slightly deteriorated

  8. Pass166,557 miles (+5,295)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    166,557 miles
    Test number
    563477798644
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated

  9. Pass161,262 miles (+6,344)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    161,262 miles
    Test number
    839871915447
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass154,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    154,918 miles
    Test number
    241746554170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail154,918 miles (+5,292)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,918 miles
    Test number
    607376553486
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass149,626 miles (+7,326)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    149,626 miles
    Test number
    511820493456
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  13. Pass142,300 miles (+5,547)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    142,300 miles
    Test number
    667425862239
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt cracked (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  14. Pass136,753 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    136,753 miles
    Test number
    740426501878
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail136,753 miles (+6,678)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,753 miles
    Test number
    121766697418
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass130,075 miles (+93)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    130,075 miles
    Test number
    368606815229
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer side-wall damaged.
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn to '0'mm on edges.

  17. Fail129,982 miles (+1,322)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,982 miles
    Test number
    188560915249
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer side-wall damaged.
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn to '0'mm on edges.

  18. Pass128,660 miles (+93)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    128,660 miles
    Test number
    158307624220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail128,567 miles (+16,594)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,567 miles
    Test number
    397660024432
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

  20. Pass111,973 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    111,973 miles
    Test number
    815724613247
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail111,973 miles (+11,906)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,973 miles
    Test number
    656371213213
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass100,067 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    100,067 miles
    Test number
    465234312282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail100,067 miles (+14,504)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,067 miles
    Test number
    758844712286
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass85,563 miles (+12,799)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    85,563 miles
    Test number
    757561311291
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth front and roll bar securing collers broken
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades starting to smear

  25. Pass72,764 miles (+13,974)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    72,764 miles
    Test number
    344045400277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass58,790 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    58,790 miles
    Test number
    264202119221
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside mirror lens has slight damage
    • NoteOffside mirror cover damaged

  27. Fail58,790 miles (+22,906)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,790 miles
    Test number
    550102319280
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside mirror lens has slight damage
    • NoteOffside mirror cover damaged

  28. Pass35,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    35,884 miles
    Test number
    663309888182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 VDD

Does T5 VDD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 VDD is valid until 19 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 VDD?
The MOT on T5 VDD is valid until 19 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 VDD done?
T5 VDD was recorded at 195,649 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 8,800 miles a year.
Has T5 VDD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 VDD has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T5 VDD 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 VDD find?
T5 VDD passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear, and 7 more.

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