Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

T5 AFUMOT history

T5 AFU is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 137,276 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
137,276 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,289 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T5 AFU in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T5 AFU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 AFU was last recorded at 137,276 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 372 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Jun 2008: 49,927 miles, lower than 113,992 miles on 29 Feb 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
136,904 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
372 miles
Average per year
1,289 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,276 miles
  • 2025 – 136,904 miles
  • 2024 – 135,865 miles
  • 2023 – 135,074 miles
  • 2022 – 131,730 miles
  • 2021 – 129,068 miles
  • 2020 – 122,598 miles
  • 2019 – 115,513 miles
  • 2018 – 110,039 miles
  • 2017 – 106,176 miles
  • 2016 – 100,070 miles
  • 2015 – 93,258 miles
  • 2014 – 85,136 miles
  • 2013 – 77,002 miles
  • 2012 – 72,494 miles
  • 2011 – 68,715 miles
  • 2010 – 62,278 miles
  • 2009 – 56,925 miles
  • 2008 – 49,927 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,276 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 28 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,276 miles (+372)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    137,276 miles
    Test number
    950441681356
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass136,904 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    136,904 miles
    Test number
    938803235991
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail136,904 miles (+1,039)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,904 miles
    Test number
    940324136947
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass135,865 miles (+791)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    135,865 miles
    Test number
    225451055825
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass135,074 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    135,074 miles
    Test number
    455120066229
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail135,074 miles (+3,344)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,074 miles
    Test number
    854470090856
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass131,730 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    131,730 miles
    Test number
    317653058396
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail131,712 miles (+2,644)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,712 miles
    Test number
    402992290285
    • DangerousTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not functioning at all (4.10 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass129,068 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    129,068 miles
    Test number
    544109993855
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  10. Fail129,060 miles (+6,462)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,060 miles
    Test number
    726892097237
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  11. Pass122,598 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    122,598 miles
    Test number
    691730262187
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  12. Fail122,597 miles (+7,084)2 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,597 miles
    Test number
    127371604964
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  13. Pass115,513 miles (+5,474)4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    115,513 miles
    Test number
    874856781132
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass110,039 miles (+3,863)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    110,039 miles
    Test number
    944134639511
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass106,176 miles (+6,106)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    106,176 miles
    Test number
    795249750716
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass100,070 miles (+120)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    100,070 miles
    Test number
    885010946281
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Fail99,950 miles (+6,692)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,950 miles
    Test number
    666027145117
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass93,258 miles (+8,122)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    93,258 miles
    Test number
    646414585193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass85,136 miles (+8,134)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    85,136 miles
    Test number
    486313484153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass77,002 miles (+4,508)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    77,002 miles
    Test number
    328797573104
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass72,494 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    72,494 miles
    Test number
    615055582179
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail72,494 miles (+3,779)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,494 miles
    Test number
    958635482158
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass68,715 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    68,715 miles
    Test number
    545839981127
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Fail68,715 miles (+6,437)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,715 miles
    Test number
    868286071121
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass62,278 miles (+5,353)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    62,278 miles
    Test number
    264077070432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass56,925 miles (+6,998)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    56,925 miles
    Test number
    140626279159
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass49,927 miles (-64,065)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    49,927 miles
    Test number
    270529478471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass113,992 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    113,992 miles
    Test number
    552740868021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall has a cut to but not reaching cords or ply

  29. Fail113,992 miles1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,992 miles
    Test number
    243509558072
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall has a cut to but not reaching cords or ply

Questions about T5 AFU

Does T5 AFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 AFU is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 AFU?
The MOT on T5 AFU is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 AFU done?
T5 AFU was recorded at 137,276 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 1,289 miles a year.
Has T5 AFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 AFU has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T5 AFU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Jun 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T5 AFU find?
T5 AFU passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush.

Related registrations

Browse all T5A registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.