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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,460 cc

S5 REEMOT history

S5 REE is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 24 Feb 2005. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 201,923 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

S5 REE black Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
201,923 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,697 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 REE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 REE was last recorded at 201,923 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 1,503 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
200,420 miles · 13 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,503 miles
Average per year
8,697 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 201,923 miles
  • 2024 – 200,420 miles
  • 2023 – 198,185 miles
  • 2022 – 196,584 miles
  • 2021 – 192,835 miles
  • 2020 – 187,751 miles
  • 2019 – 179,523 miles
  • 2018 – 172,444 miles
  • 2017 – 162,451 miles
  • 2016 – 151,379 miles
  • 2015 – 148,865 miles
  • 2014 – 132,078 miles
  • 2013 – 113,022 miles
  • 2012 – 96,457 miles
  • 2011 – 75,161 miles
  • 2010 – 64,784 miles
  • 2009 – 57,449 miles
  • 2008 – 47,989 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass201,923 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass201,923 miles (+1,503)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    201,923 miles
    Test number
    837471136354
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass200,420 miles (+2,235)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    200,420 miles
    Test number
    378316155700
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass198,185 miles (+1,601)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    198,185 miles
    Test number
    976759608874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass196,584 miles (+3,749)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    196,584 miles
    Test number
    749536993133
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass192,835 miles (+5,084)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    192,835 miles
    Test number
    100591302379
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass187,751 miles (+8,228)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    187,751 miles
    Test number
    853839476308
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber slight misting of oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Front cv boot starting to deteriorate

  7. Pass179,523 miles (+7,079)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    179,523 miles
    Test number
    791692677413
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass172,444 miles (+9,993)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    172,444 miles
    Test number
    665406689749
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass162,451 miles (+69)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    162,451 miles
    Test number
    336391982079
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  10. Fail162,382 miles (+11,003)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,382 miles
    Test number
    304906806958
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Pass151,379 miles (+2,514)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    151,379 miles
    Test number
    424491655835
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  12. Pass148,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    148,865 miles
    Test number
    884934802484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail148,865 miles (+16,787)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,865 miles
    Test number
    559291923418
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass132,078 miles (+19,056)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    132,078 miles
    Test number
    187497604394
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass113,022 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    113,022 miles
    Test number
    657498703371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail113,022 miles (+16,565)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,022 miles
    Test number
    567808403351
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Pass96,457 miles (+21,296)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    96,457 miles
    Test number
    759382782209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass75,161 miles (+10,377)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    75,161 miles
    Test number
    608469101139
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail64,784 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,784 miles
    Test number
    330539800164
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteHas cuts on n/s/f tyre but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

  20. Pass64,784 miles (+7,335)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    64,784 miles
    Test number
    684159300109
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteHas cuts on n/s/f tyre but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

  21. Pass57,449 miles (+1,360)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    57,449 miles
    Test number
    734358219112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass56,089 miles (+8,100)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    56,089 miles
    Test number
    962896419099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    47,989 miles
    Test number
    393623768023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 REE

Does S5 REE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 REE is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S5 REE?
The MOT on S5 REE is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 REE done?
S5 REE was recorded at 201,923 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 8,697 miles a year.
Has S5 REE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 REE has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2017.
Has the mileage on S5 REE 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 REE find?
S5 REE passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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