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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 2006 · 2,460 cc

T5 YULMOT history

T5 YUL is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 13 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 167,718 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Feb 2027
Mileage
167,718 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,612 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 YUL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 YUL was last recorded at 167,718 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 2,516 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,202 miles · 14 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,516 miles
Average per year
6,612 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,718 miles
  • 2025 – 165,202 miles
  • 2024 – 164,026 miles
  • 2023 – 163,053 miles
  • 2022 – 160,274 miles
  • 2021 – 156,896 miles
  • 2020 – 156,387 miles
  • 2019 – 150,424 miles
  • 2018 – 146,366 miles
  • 2017 – 142,066 miles
  • 2016 – 138,376 miles
  • 2015 – 138,360 miles
  • 2013 – 130,744 miles
  • 2012 – 122,942 miles
  • 2011 – 101,534 miles
  • 2010 – 78,982 miles
  • 2009 – 56,101 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,718 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Minor windscreen damage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,718 miles (+2,516)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    167,718 miles
    Test number
    747770369084
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass165,202 miles (+1,176)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    165,202 miles
    Test number
    524900528690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass164,026 miles (+973)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    164,026 miles
    Test number
    622344601211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass163,053 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    163,053 miles
    Test number
    344528105293
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated + been taped (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil light flashing intermittent
    • AdvisoryMinor windscreen damage

  5. Fail163,053 miles (+2,779)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,053 miles
    Test number
    853890853351
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated + been taped (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil light flashing intermittent
    • AdvisoryMinor windscreen damage

  6. Pass160,274 miles (+3,378)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    160,274 miles
    Test number
    831225738234
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (boot has been glued) (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake imbalance
    • AdvisoryMinor windscreen damage
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  7. Pass156,896 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    156,896 miles
    Test number
    807491015001
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail156,893 miles (+506)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,893 miles
    Test number
    347933464795
    • MajorCentral Front Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction mirror has beads hanging down (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass156,387 miles (+5,963)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    156,387 miles
    Test number
    278837905269
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear middle seatbelt mechanism sticking
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded in places
    • AdvisoryMainbean stork intermittent fault
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers corroded

  10. Pass150,424 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    150,424 miles
    Test number
    773591680271
    • AdvisoryWasher jets could do with adjustment

  11. Fail150,424 miles (+4,058)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,424 miles
    Test number
    450339336141
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended first row, seat closest to the door (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWasher jets could do with adjustment

  12. Pass146,366 miles (+4,300)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    146,366 miles
    Test number
    221124578695
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass142,066 miles (+3,690)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    142,066 miles
    Test number
    760914321915
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass138,376 miles (+16)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    138,376 miles
    Test number
    509558485786
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured both faded (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail138,360 miles (+7,616)2 dangerous13 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,360 miles
    Test number
    478445805294
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  16. Pass130,744 miles (+534)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    130,744 miles
    Test number
    436927913118
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres inner+outer sidewalls slightly damaged

  17. Fail130,210 miles (+7,268)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,210 miles
    Test number
    899147703107
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres inner+outer sidewalls slightly damaged

  18. Pass122,942 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    122,942 miles
    Test number
    225224512106
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail122,942 miles (+21,408)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,942 miles
    Test number
    915919402145
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass101,534 miles (+327)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    101,534 miles
    Test number
    396311381050
    • NoteMiddle row of seats taken out before test
    • NoteNearside rear tyre scrubbed on outer edge

  21. Fail101,207 miles (+22,225)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,207 miles
    Test number
    569864371058
    • FailureAnti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSeat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre scrubbed on outer edge

  22. Pass78,982 miles (+22,881)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    78,982 miles
    Test number
    432392980048
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass56,101 miles (+147)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    56,101 miles
    Test number
    163856279478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnderside not fully checked guards fitted

  24. Fail55,954 miles3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,954 miles
    Test number
    294212179014
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnderside not fully checked guards fitted

Questions about T5 YUL

Does T5 YUL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 YUL is valid until 13 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 YUL?
The MOT on T5 YUL is valid until 13 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 YUL done?
T5 YUL was recorded at 167,718 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 6,612 miles a year.
Has T5 YUL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 YUL has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T5 YUL 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 YUL find?
T5 YUL passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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