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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

T5 XGDMOT history

T5 XGD is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 18 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 236,901 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
236,901 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,394 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 XGD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
18 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 XGD was last recorded at 236,901 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 51 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
236,850 miles · 8 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
51 miles
Average per year
7,394 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 236,901 miles
  • 2025 – 232,239 miles
  • 2024 – 225,272 miles
  • 2023 – 219,450 miles
  • 2022 – 216,676 miles
  • 2021 – 213,813 miles
  • 2020 – 211,973 miles
  • 2019 – 207,846 miles
  • 2018 – 203,651 miles
  • 2017 – 200,440 miles
  • 2016 – 196,446 miles
  • 2015 – 189,011 miles
  • 2014 – 180,412 miles
  • 2013 – 167,871 miles
  • 2012 – 157,848 miles
  • 2011 – 123,478 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass236,901 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 sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass236,901 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    236,901 miles
    Test number
    260780693564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail236,850 miles (+4,611)7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,850 miles
    Test number
    225710758582
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass232,239 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    232,239 miles
    Test number
    328027590664
    • AdvisoryNearside sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside sill corroded
  4. Fail232,207 miles (+6,935)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,207 miles
    Test number
    753162676683
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass225,272 miles (+5,822)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    225,272 miles
    Test number
    952571628405
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills corroded
  6. Pass219,450 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    219,450 miles
    Test number
    314768038745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail219,435 miles (+2,759)4 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,435 miles
    Test number
    697647566042
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage near steering rack gaitor (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  8. Pass216,676 miles (+42)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    216,676 miles
    Test number
    488895578886
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Fail216,634 miles (+2,821)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,634 miles
    Test number
    731703380699
    • MajorRear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides multiple cuts and tears (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass213,813 miles (+1,840)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2022
    Odometer
    213,813 miles
    Test number
    820891291219
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass211,973 miles (+4,127)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    211,973 miles
    Test number
    822514713908
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose
  12. Pass207,846 miles (+4,195)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    207,846 miles
    Test number
    102393520348
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in A Zone (3.2 (a) (i))
  13. Pass203,651 miles (+3,211)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    203,651 miles
    Test number
    510810307630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass200,440 miles (+3,994)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    200,440 miles
    Test number
    359254543808
    • AdvisoryCentre rear brake light dim
  15. Pass196,446 miles (+7,435)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    196,446 miles
    Test number
    384584614050
    • DangerousRear brake pads very low.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to get low.
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs lipped.
  16. Pass189,011 miles (+8,599)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    189,011 miles
    Test number
    697162475007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass180,412 miles (+12,541)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    180,412 miles
    Test number
    739808214109
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass167,871 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    167,871 miles
    Test number
    219516813138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail167,869 miles (+10,021)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,869 miles
    Test number
    855286183075
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  20. Pass157,848 miles (+34,370)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    157,848 miles
    Test number
    195099772434
    • 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)
  21. Pass123,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    123,478 miles
    Test number
    296557481081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 XGD

Does T5 XGD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 XGD is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 XGD?
The MOT on T5 XGD is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 XGD done?
T5 XGD was recorded at 236,901 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 7,394 miles a year.
Has T5 XGD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 XGD has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 XGD 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 XGD find?
T5 XGD passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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