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Volkswagen California

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,460 cc

T5 CFNMOT history

T5 CFN is a black diesel Volkswagen California first used on 22 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 4 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 103,840 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Oct 2027
Mileage
103,840 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,151 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 CFN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
California
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
22 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 CFN was last recorded at 103,840 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 5,116 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,724 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,116 miles
Average per year
6,151 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,840 miles
  • 2025 – 98,724 miles
  • 2024 – 94,929 miles
  • 2023 – 91,054 miles
  • 2022 – 87,960 miles
  • 2021 – 82,455 miles
  • 2020 – 75,448 miles
  • 2019 – 68,226 miles
  • 2018 – 58,453 miles
  • 2017 – 49,054 miles
  • 2016 – 38,359 miles
  • 2015 – 33,482 miles
  • 2014 – 29,655 miles
  • 2013 – 23,784 miles
  • 2012 – 17,549 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,840 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass103,840 miles (+5,116)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    103,840 miles
    Test number
    901411258120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass98,724 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    98,724 miles
    Test number
    700207056445
    • AdvisoryFront Various oil leak but not excessive
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel slight bind when turned by hand
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Fail98,719 miles (+3,790)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,719 miles
    Test number
    262761233510
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Various oil leak but not excessive
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel slight bind when turned by hand
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass94,929 miles (+3,875)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    94,929 miles
    Test number
    971616188740
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint gaiter deteriorating.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass91,054 miles (+3,094)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    91,054 miles
    Test number
    823393258382
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose outer skin rusted away (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass87,960 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    87,960 miles
    Test number
    646073988139
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn low on edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished and worn on edges
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slightly deteriorated

  7. Fail87,960 miles (+5,505)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,960 miles
    Test number
    512492769557
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn low on edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished and worn on edges
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slightly deteriorated

  8. Pass82,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    82,455 miles
    Test number
    132693323936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail82,452 miles (+7,004)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,452 miles
    Test number
    919791419491
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

  10. Pass75,448 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    75,448 miles
    Test number
    217133573051
    • 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))

  11. Fail75,440 miles (+7,214)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,440 miles
    Test number
    298006952999
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • 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))

  12. Pass68,226 miles (+9,773)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    68,226 miles
    Test number
    641705318186
    • 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))

  13. Pass58,453 miles (+9,399)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    58,453 miles
    Test number
    992255820507
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass49,054 miles (+10,695)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    49,054 miles
    Test number
    683173783929
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnder Trays fitted
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted nearside rear unable to test seat belt

  15. Pass38,359 miles (+4,877)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    38,359 miles
    Test number
    524871114470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass33,482 miles (+3,827)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    33,482 miles
    Test number
    439057606893
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass29,655 miles (+5,871)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    29,655 miles
    Test number
    337722964245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass23,784 miles (+6,235)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    23,784 miles
    Test number
    595735553249
    • NotePlay in n/side inner rack joint

  19. Pass17,549 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    17,549 miles
    Test number
    369701862460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 CFN

Does T5 CFN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 CFN is valid until 4 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 CFN?
The MOT on T5 CFN is valid until 4 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 CFN done?
T5 CFN was recorded at 103,840 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 6,151 miles a year.
Has T5 CFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 CFN has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T5 CFN 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 CFN find?
T5 CFN passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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