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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,460 cc

S5 FVEMOT history

S5 FVE is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 25 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 146,372 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

S5 FVE black Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
146,372 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,617 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 FVE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
25 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 FVE was last recorded at 146,372 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 10,221 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,151 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
10,221 miles
Average per year
8,617 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,372 miles
  • 2025 – 136,151 miles
  • 2024 – 128,153 miles
  • 2023 – 118,877 miles
  • 2022 – 112,741 miles
  • 2021 – 107,799 miles
  • 2019 – 101,425 miles
  • 2018 – 93,199 miles
  • 2017 – 85,036 miles
  • 2016 – 75,445 miles
  • 2015 – 64,054 miles
  • 2014 – 52,206 miles
  • 2013 – 41,624 miles
  • 2012 – 31,670 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,372 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear and Central exhaust silencers outer skin corroded no leaks visible

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 linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 27 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,372 miles (+10,221)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    146,372 miles
    Test number
    470078839226
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear and Central exhaust silencers outer skin corroded no leaks visible

  2. Pass136,151 miles (+7,998)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    136,151 miles
    Test number
    416982131120
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear and Central exhaust silencers outer skin deteriorated

  3. Pass128,153 miles (+9,276)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    128,153 miles
    Test number
    213569340737
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass118,877 miles (+6,136)5 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    118,877 miles
    Test number
    458414890320
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryAdvise exhaust deteriorated

  5. Pass112,741 miles (+4,942)5 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    112,741 miles
    Test number
    722021066646
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively and pads getting low (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  6. Pass107,799 miles (+6,374)5 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    107,799 miles
    Test number
    947918141495
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower swivel (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower swivel (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged outer casing damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads appear low
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust sections deteriorated

  7. Pass101,425 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    101,425 miles
    Test number
    192270638363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail101,425 miles (+8,226)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,425 miles
    Test number
    615291569846
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass93,199 miles (+8,163)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    93,199 miles
    Test number
    199092764515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,036 miles (+9,591)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    85,036 miles
    Test number
    755550466092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,445 miles (+11,391)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    75,445 miles
    Test number
    491413856412
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass64,054 miles (+11,848)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    64,054 miles
    Test number
    956836771673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,206 miles (+10,582)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    52,206 miles
    Test number
    586762474285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,624 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    41,624 miles
    Test number
    186084773244
    • NoteN/s rear tyre wearing on outer edge

  15. Fail41,624 miles (+9,954)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,624 miles
    Test number
    328234073271
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre wearing on outer edge

  16. Fail31,670 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,670 miles
    Test number
    346041672434
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass31,670 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    31,670 miles
    Test number
    996091272205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 FVE

Does S5 FVE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 FVE is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 FVE?
The MOT on S5 FVE is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 FVE done?
S5 FVE was recorded at 146,372 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 8,617 miles a year.
Has S5 FVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 FVE has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on S5 FVE 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 S5 FVE find?
S5 FVE passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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