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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver and Maroon · Diesel · 2004

T5 FYWMOT history

T5 FYW is a silver and maroon diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 263,498 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
263,498 km
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,730 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 FYW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver and Maroon
Fuel type
Diesel
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 FYW was last recorded at 263,498 km on 6 Aug 2026, 2,574 km more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
260,924 km · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,574 km
Average per year
5,730 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 263,498 km
  • 2025 – 260,924 km
  • 2022 – 243,460 km
  • 2021 – 238,150 km
  • 2020 – 235,519 km
  • 2019 – 226,116 km
  • 2018 – 222,206 km
  • 2017 – 216,474 km
  • 2016 – 207,092 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass263,498 km
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2017

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 Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 10 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass263,498 km (+2,574)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    263,498 km
    Test number
    632681149866
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass260,924 km1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    260,924 km
    Test number
    919914347591
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail260,924 km2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    260,924 km
    Test number
    737140071246
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass255,782 miles (+4,154)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    255,782 miles
    Test number
    881541778030
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass251,628 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    251,628 miles
    Test number
    956756608901
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass243,460 km (+5,310)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    243,460 km
    Test number
    337579319096
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass238,150 km2 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    238,150 km
    Test number
    531879989690
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Fail238,150 miles4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,150 miles
    Test number
    422523428624
    • MajorCentral Prop shaft bearing excessively worn both (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass235,519 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    235,519 km
    Test number
    895962259375
    • AdvisoryE.G.R valve/pipe leaking gasses
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  10. Fail235,519 km (+9,403)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,519 km
    Test number
    124335038566
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryE.G.R valve/pipe leaking gasses
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  11. Pass226,116 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    226,116 km
    Test number
    692598874491
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail226,116 km (+3,910)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,116 km
    Test number
    792629546756
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass222,206 km (+5,732)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    222,206 km
    Test number
    328121041569
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass216,474 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    216,474 km
    Test number
    790058176586
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Fail216,474 km (+9,382)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,474 km
    Test number
    184951814056
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass207,092 km (+961)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    207,092 km
    Test number
    947770720645
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre silencer heavily corroded

  17. Fail206,131 km4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,131 km
    Test number
    204490362105
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage door mirror exposed sharp edges and mechanism. (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage door mirror has exposed sharp edges and mechanism. (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre silencer heavily corroded

  18. Fail205,885 miles (+25,994)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,885 miles
    Test number
    744918199417
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust corrosion.
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak.
    • AdvisoryUnder-tray fitted, restricting view of components.

  19. Pass179,891 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    179,891 miles
    Test number
    266911095434
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

Questions about T5 FYW

Does T5 FYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 FYW is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 FYW?
The MOT on T5 FYW is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 FYW done?
T5 FYW was recorded at 263,498 km at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 5,730 km a year.
Has T5 FYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 FYW has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T5 FYW 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 FYW find?
T5 FYW passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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