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Volkswagen Crafter

White · Diesel · 2009 · 2,461 cc

F5 RABMOT history

F5 RAB is a white diesel Volkswagen Crafter first used on 30 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 252,008 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
252,008 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
12,788 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F5 RAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Crafter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F5 RAB was last recorded at 252,008 miles on 11 Jul 2026, 3,366 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
248,642 miles · 24 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,366 miles
Average per year
12,788 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 252,008 miles
  • 2025 – 248,642 miles
  • 2024 – 242,123 miles
  • 2023 – 236,131 miles
  • 2022 – 220,389 miles
  • 2021 – 215,965 miles
  • 2020 – 213,458 miles
  • 2019 – 203,080 miles
  • 2018 – 188,232 miles
  • 2017 – 161,901 miles
  • 2016 – 147,265 miles
  • 2015 – 138,269 miles
  • 2013 – 114,819 miles
  • 2012 – 72,192 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass252,008 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside of vehicle has surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak rear diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass252,008 miles (+3,366)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    252,008 miles
    Test number
    461020245150
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside of vehicle has surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass248,642 miles (+6,519)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    248,642 miles
    Test number
    108143040883
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All metal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside of vehicle has surface corrossion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass242,123 miles (+5,992)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2025
    Odometer
    242,123 miles
    Test number
    803797721277
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass236,131 miles (+15,742)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    236,131 miles
    Test number
    370247950997
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass220,389 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    220,389 miles
    Test number
    150560972018
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail220,389 miles (+4,424)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,389 miles
    Test number
    718968192559
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass215,965 miles (+2,507)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    215,965 miles
    Test number
    170663694969
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass213,458 miles (+10,378)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    213,458 miles
    Test number
    303722341630
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear backing plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass203,080 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    203,080 miles
    Test number
    306862528310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail203,080 miles (+14,848)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,080 miles
    Test number
    742525959987
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass188,232 miles (+26,331)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    188,232 miles
    Test number
    500927933660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass161,901 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    161,901 miles
    Test number
    282019763679
    • AdvisoryBrake wear indicator is on
    • AdvisoryEngine malfunction light indicates fault
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer shocker cover corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer shocker cover corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryOil leak rear diff

  13. Fail161,901 miles (+39)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,901 miles
    Test number
    384620398751
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake wear indicator is on
    • AdvisoryEngine malfunction light indicates fault
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer shocker cover corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer shocker cover corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryOil leak rear diff

  14. Fail161,862 miles (+14,597)6 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,862 miles
    Test number
    466040820026
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrake wear warning light is on
    • AdvisoryEngine malfunction light indicates a fault
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker upper cover corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pad wear indicator wiring loose and disconnected
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shocker upper cover corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryOil leak rear diff

  15. Pass147,265 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    147,265 miles
    Test number
    518366848425
    • AdvisoryBrake wear warning light indicates fault
    • AdvisoryEngine management light indicates fault
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to front flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber cover corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber cover corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Fail147,262 miles (+8,993)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,262 miles
    Test number
    602985516046
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to front flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake wear warning light indicates fault
    • AdvisoryEngine management light indicates fault
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to front flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber cover corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber cover corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Pass138,269 miles (+23,450)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    138,269 miles
    Test number
    515015065004
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass114,819 miles (+153)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    114,819 miles
    Test number
    869808813355
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pad warning lamp on
    • NoteWater leak

  19. Fail114,666 miles (+42,474)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,666 miles
    Test number
    188005113382
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pad warning lamp on

  20. Pass72,192 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    72,192 miles
    Test number
    906000572175
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about F5 RAB

Does F5 RAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F5 RAB is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on F5 RAB?
The MOT on F5 RAB is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F5 RAB done?
F5 RAB was recorded at 252,008 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2026, an average of 12,788 miles a year.
Has F5 RAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F5 RAB has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2022.
Has the mileage on F5 RAB 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 F5 RAB find?
F5 RAB passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle has surface corrosion; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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