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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

T5 XGMMOT history

T5 XGM is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 68,496 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
68,496 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,237 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 XGM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 XGM was last recorded at 68,496 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 7,305 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,191 miles · 13 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
7,305 miles
Average per year
4,237 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,496 miles
  • 2025 – 61,191 miles
  • 2024 – 49,959 miles
  • 2023 – 45,546 miles
  • 2022 – 44,308 miles
  • 2021 – 42,096 miles
  • 2020 – 40,375 miles
  • 2019 – 37,611 miles
  • 2018 – 34,217 miles
  • 2017 – 30,967 miles
  • 2016 – 26,994 miles
  • 2015 – 21,456 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,496 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryHand brake travel.
  • AdvisoryO/s/r shock absorber outer casing corroded.
  • AdvisoryUnable to check or view all components underside of vehicle due too plastic covers.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 1 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,496 miles (+7,305)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    68,496 miles
    Test number
    530236936555
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel.
    • AdvisoryO/s/r shock absorber outer casing corroded.
    • AdvisoryUnable to check or view all components underside of vehicle due too plastic covers.
  2. Pass61,191 miles (+11,232)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    61,191 miles
    Test number
    860722830945
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
    • AdvisoryUnable top check or view all components underside of vehicle due too plastic covers.
  3. Pass49,959 miles (+4,413)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    49,959 miles
    Test number
    351767714218
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated early attention required. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall slightly damaged. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
    • AdvisoryUnable to check or view all components underside of vehicle due too plastic covers.
  4. Pass45,546 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    45,546 miles
    Test number
    361277006073
    • AdvisoryAdvise : surface corrosion to rear suspension arms
  5. Fail45,546 miles (+1,238)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,546 miles
    Test number
    740924063533
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise : surface corrosion to rear suspension arms
  6. Pass44,308 miles (+2,212)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    44,308 miles
    Test number
    275943793629
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise : both front track control arms rear bushes slight play
  7. Pass42,096 miles (+1,721)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    42,096 miles
    Test number
    853599677724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass40,375 miles (+2,764)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    40,375 miles
    Test number
    805382104498
    • AdvisoryAdvise : all four tyres close to limits
  9. Pass37,611 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    37,611 miles
    Test number
    458103599828
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail37,611 miles (+3,394)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,611 miles
    Test number
    863935523329
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass34,217 miles (+3,250)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    34,217 miles
    Test number
    197220978803
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
  12. Pass30,967 miles (+3,973)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    30,967 miles
    Test number
    253981726212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass26,994 miles (+5,538)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    26,994 miles
    Test number
    416919513353
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass21,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    21,456 miles
    Test number
    817126955105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail21,456 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,456 miles
    Test number
    956732955133
    • FailureAll position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about T5 XGM

Does T5 XGM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 XGM is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 XGM?
The MOT on T5 XGM is valid until 7 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 XGM done?
T5 XGM was recorded at 68,496 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 4,237 miles a year.
Has T5 XGM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 XGM has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T5 XGM 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 XGM find?
T5 XGM passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; exhaust system corroded., and 3 more.

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