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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

T5 BFAMOT history

T5 BFA is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 21 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 125,281 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jul 2027
Mileage
125,281 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,569 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 BFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
21 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 BFA was last recorded at 125,281 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 584 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Jul 2012: 80,320 miles, lower than 117,905 miles on 17 Jun 2011.

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
124,697 miles · 14 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
584 miles
Average per year
2,569 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,281 miles
  • 2025 – 124,697 miles
  • 2024 – 123,743 miles
  • 2023 – 122,706 miles
  • 2022 – 121,813 miles
  • 2021 – 119,993 miles
  • 2020 – 117,883 miles
  • 2019 – 113,722 miles
  • 2018 – 108,998 miles
  • 2016 – 103,587 miles
  • 2015 – 98,364 miles
  • 2014 – 91,820 miles
  • 2013 – 84,592 miles
  • 2012 – 80,320 miles
  • 2011 – 117,905 miles
  • 2010 – 117,675 miles
  • 2009 – 115,077 miles
  • 2008 – 93,266 miles
  • 2007 – 76,156 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,281 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,281 miles (+584)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    125,281 miles
    Test number
    567689888696
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass124,697 miles (+954)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    124,697 miles
    Test number
    836215478619
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass123,743 miles (+1,037)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    123,743 miles
    Test number
    140617776108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass122,706 miles (+893)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    122,706 miles
    Test number
    575740018256
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass121,813 miles (+1,820)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    121,813 miles
    Test number
    409689102351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass119,993 miles (+2,110)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    119,993 miles
    Test number
    515987478668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass117,883 miles (+4,161)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    117,883 miles
    Test number
    799626730072
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass113,722 miles (+4,724)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    113,722 miles
    Test number
    236102247597
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEx centre box corroded

  9. Pass108,998 miles (+5,411)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    108,998 miles
    Test number
    488719530119
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Pass103,587 miles (+5,223)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    103,587 miles
    Test number
    694232071680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass98,364 miles (+6,544)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    98,364 miles
    Test number
    890925717945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass91,820 miles (+7,228)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    91,820 miles
    Test number
    497987404396
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEx back box corroded

  13. Pass84,592 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    84,592 miles
    Test number
    775648603345
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail84,592 miles (+4,272)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,592 miles
    Test number
    835958103336
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass80,320 miles (-37,585)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    80,320 miles
    Test number
    858834192114
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass117,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    117,905 miles
    Test number
    827098361172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail117,905 miles (+230)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,905 miles
    Test number
    365876161171
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass117,675 miles (+2,598)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    117,675 miles
    Test number
    381263610378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass115,077 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    115,077 miles
    Test number
    374685579235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail115,077 miles (+21,811)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,077 miles
    Test number
    884785779234
    • Repaired at testOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass93,266 miles (+17,110)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    93,266 miles
    Test number
    270193878463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass76,156 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    76,156 miles
    Test number
    782474047104
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about T5 BFA

Does T5 BFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 BFA is valid until 25 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 BFA?
The MOT on T5 BFA is valid until 25 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 BFA done?
T5 BFA was recorded at 125,281 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 2,569 miles a year.
Has T5 BFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 BFA has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2013.
Has the mileage on T5 BFA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Jul 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T5 BFA find?
T5 BFA passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 9 advisories: front subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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