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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 2,460 cc

T5 FAWMOT history

T5 FAW is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 20 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 314,942 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
314,942 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,159 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 FAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
20 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 FAW was last recorded at 314,942 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 1,600 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
313,342 miles · 11 May 2019
Between the last two tests
1,600 miles
Average per year
5,159 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 314,942 miles
  • 2019 – 313,342 miles
  • 2017 – 309,039 miles
  • 2016 – 302,543 miles
  • 2015 – 296,128 miles
  • 2014 – 288,458 miles
  • 2012 – 287,195 miles
  • 2011 – 283,352 miles
  • 2010 – 230,303 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass314,942 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.

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

12 tests since 3 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass314,942 miles (+1,600)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    314,942 miles
    Test number
    126297399354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass313,342 miles (+4,303)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    313,342 miles
    Test number
    427181346909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass309,039 miles (+6,496)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    309,039 miles
    Test number
    597546006329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass302,543 miles (+6,415)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    302,543 miles
    Test number
    748529419650
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  5. Pass296,128 miles (+7,670)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    296,128 miles
    Test number
    986906415244
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  6. Pass288,458 miles (+1)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    288,458 miles
    Test number
    925699504247
    • NoteLower arm bushes slightly worn
    • NoteMinor oil leak
    • NoteOutter skin on exhaust poor mid/rear

  7. Fail288,457 miles (+1,262)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    288,457 miles
    Test number
    889406004256
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  8. Pass287,195 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    287,195 miles
    Test number
    228148362239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag lamp illumanated
    • NoteExhaust box rusted

  9. Fail287,195 miles (+3,843)4 failures2 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    287,195 miles
    Test number
    146558562299
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag lamp illumanated
    • NoteExhaust box rusted

  10. Pass283,352 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    283,352 miles
    Test number
    277634571059
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  11. Fail283,352 miles (+53,049)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    283,352 miles
    Test number
    837246161042
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  12. Pass230,303 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    230,303 miles
    Test number
    552832160004
    • 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)

Questions about T5 FAW

Does T5 FAW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 FAW is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 FAW?
The MOT on T5 FAW is valid until 28 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 FAW done?
T5 FAW was recorded at 314,942 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 5,159 miles a year.
Has T5 FAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 FAW has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2014.
Has the mileage on T5 FAW 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 FAW find?
T5 FAW passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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