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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

T5 FKJMOT history

T5 FKJ is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 21 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 191,653 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Oct 2026
Mileage
191,653 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
8,709 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 FKJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 FKJ was last recorded at 191,653 miles on 22 Oct 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,651 miles · 20 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
8,709 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 191,653 miles
  • 2024 – 181,562 miles
  • 2023 – 174,945 miles
  • 2022 – 167,045 miles
  • 2021 – 164,369 miles
  • 2019 – 162,289 miles
  • 2018 – 160,511 miles
  • 2017 – 151,322 miles
  • 2016 – 134,104 miles
  • 2015 – 121,565 miles
  • 2014 – 116,391 miles
  • 2012 – 94,571 miles
  • 2011 – 79,415 miles
  • 2010 – 54,673 miles
  • 2008 – 43,658 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,653 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 mm (legal limit 1.6mm) (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,653 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    191,653 miles
    Test number
    752781947789
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 mm (legal limit 1.6mm) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail191,651 miles (+10,089)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,651 miles
    Test number
    226794313997
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 mm (legal limit 1.6mm) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass181,562 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    181,562 miles
    Test number
    943428379500
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective corroded (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail181,558 miles (+6,613)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,558 miles
    Test number
    157434003939
    • DangerousCentral Front Lower Engine mounting excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective corroded (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass174,945 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    174,945 miles
    Test number
    569467820920
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to brake servo
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail174,945 miles (+7,900)1 dangerous3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,945 miles
    Test number
    292943972690
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to brake servo
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass167,045 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    167,045 miles
    Test number
    413945062697
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres 3mm tread
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail167,045 miles (+2,676)5 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,045 miles
    Test number
    350218520145
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Electrical wiring inadequately secured inner (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Electrical wiring inadequately secured inner (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres 3mm tread
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass164,369 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    164,369 miles
    Test number
    673940883930
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront front subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Fail164,369 miles (+89)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,369 miles
    Test number
    798807964815
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront front subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  11. Fail164,280 miles (+1,991)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,280 miles
    Test number
    244623203840
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass162,289 miles (+28)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    162,289 miles
    Test number
    556772464549
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  13. Fail162,261 miles (+1,750)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,261 miles
    Test number
    546299498518
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust gas recirculation valve missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVan subframe is corroded

  14. Pass160,511 miles (+9,189)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    160,511 miles
    Test number
    325464591821
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

  15. Pass151,322 miles (+162)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    151,322 miles
    Test number
    114824043805
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  16. Fail151,160 miles (+17,056)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,160 miles
    Test number
    259198475163
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureRear reflector missing n/s and o/s (1.5.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  17. Pass134,104 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    134,104 miles
    Test number
    660975640900
    • AdvisoryUndershields fitted preventing inspection of some components

  18. Fail134,104 miles (+12,539)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,104 miles
    Test number
    600009550089
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryUndershields fitted preventing inspection of some components

  19. Pass121,565 miles (+5,174)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    121,565 miles
    Test number
    555577135096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass116,391 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    116,391 miles
    Test number
    857594714068
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail116,391 miles (+21,820)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,391 miles
    Test number
    159634914420
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail94,571 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,571 miles
    Test number
    819817152286
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass94,571 miles (+15,156)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    94,571 miles
    Test number
    858737352219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass79,415 miles (+24,742)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    79,415 miles
    Test number
    438955881180
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass54,673 miles (+11,015)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    54,673 miles
    Test number
    653818300024
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass43,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    43,658 miles
    Test number
    460808398200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail43,658 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,658 miles
    Test number
    614458498278
    • FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about T5 FKJ

Does T5 FKJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 FKJ is valid until 21 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T5 FKJ?
The MOT on T5 FKJ is valid until 21 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 FKJ done?
T5 FKJ was recorded at 191,653 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2025, an average of 8,709 miles a year.
Has T5 FKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 FKJ has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T5 FKJ 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 FKJ find?
T5 FKJ passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2025 with 8 advisories: coolant leak; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge, and 5 more.

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