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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,460 cc

T5 BKXMOT history

T5 BKX is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 19 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 11 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 164,815 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Oct 2027
Mileage
164,815 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,234 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 BKX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
19 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 BKX was last recorded at 164,815 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,808 miles · 8 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
8,234 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,815 miles
  • 2025 – 163,646 miles
  • 2024 – 161,588 miles
  • 2023 – 159,000 miles
  • 2022 – 152,039 miles
  • 2021 – 141,239 miles
  • 2020 – 131,926 miles
  • 2019 – 123,475 miles
  • 2018 – 119,290 miles
  • 2017 – 115,427 miles
  • 2016 – 113,638 miles
  • 2015 – 105,925 miles
  • 2014 – 85,810 miles
  • 2013 – 67,868 miles
  • 2012 – 51,966 miles
  • 2011 – 39,119 miles
  • 2010 – 32,883 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,815 miles
  • AdvisoryBeam benders fitted to NSF and OSF headlamps
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush has movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust silencer & tail box rusty

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 Oct 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,815 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    164,815 miles
    Test number
    556043778728
    • AdvisoryBeam benders fitted to NSF and OSF headlamps
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush has movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail164,808 miles (+1,162)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,808 miles
    Test number
    183776011202
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Beam kick-up on the wrong side (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Beam kick-up on the wrong side (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush has movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass163,646 miles (+73)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    163,646 miles
    Test number
    108390098073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail163,573 miles (+1,985)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,573 miles
    Test number
    731305791624
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorFront Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass161,588 miles (+2,588)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    161,588 miles
    Test number
    366839712751
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass159,000 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    159,000 miles
    Test number
    307767571854
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST MIDDLE AND BACK BOX DETERIORATED

  7. Fail159,000 miles (+6,961)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,000 miles
    Test number
    133034017145
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST MIDDLE AND BACK BOX DETERIORATED

  8. Pass152,039 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    152,039 miles
    Test number
    734772722186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer & tail box rusty

  9. Fail152,033 miles (+10,794)2 dangerous8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,033 miles
    Test number
    700372449378
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pipe split n\s (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer & tail box rusty

  10. Pass141,239 miles (+9,313)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    141,239 miles
    Test number
    149175087462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement main D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front lower suspension arm ball joint cover slightly perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement main D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front lower suspension arm ball joint cover slightly perished
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer & tail box rusty

  11. Pass131,926 miles (+8,451)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    131,926 miles
    Test number
    828238310070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer & tail box rusty

  12. Pass123,475 miles (+4,185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    123,475 miles
    Test number
    474309760130
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer & tail box rusty

  13. Pass119,290 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    119,290 miles
    Test number
    743908165481
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Fail119,290 miles (+3,863)1 major1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,290 miles
    Test number
    951965751156
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  15. Pass115,427 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    115,427 miles
    Test number
    649947652079
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box poor condition

  16. Fail115,427 miles (+1,789)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,427 miles
    Test number
    221554084081
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box poor condition

  17. Pass113,638 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    113,638 miles
    Test number
    162849661517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail113,638 miles (+7,713)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,638 miles
    Test number
    642647210163
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass105,925 miles (+20,115)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    105,925 miles
    Test number
    317356435452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass85,810 miles (+17,942)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    85,810 miles
    Test number
    309067604344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass67,868 miles (+15,902)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    67,868 miles
    Test number
    348673203350
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass51,966 miles (+12,847)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    51,966 miles
    Test number
    489836302351
    • NoteBoth front wipers starting to split
    • NoteNearside rear tyre starting to crack

  23. Pass39,119 miles (+6,236)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    39,119 miles
    Test number
    977204101353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    32,883 miles
    Test number
    730137170232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 BKX

Does T5 BKX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 BKX is valid until 11 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 BKX?
The MOT on T5 BKX is valid until 11 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 BKX done?
T5 BKX was recorded at 164,815 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 8,234 miles a year.
Has T5 BKX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 BKX has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 BKX 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 T5 BKX find?
T5 BKX passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: beam benders fitted to nsf and osf headlamps; exhaust system corroded; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 3 more.

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