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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

T5 KBNMOT history

T5 KBN is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 123,100 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Aug 2027
Mileage
123,100 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,927 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 KBN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 KBN was last recorded at 123,100 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 55 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,045 miles · 24 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
55 miles
Average per year
4,927 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,100 miles
  • 2025 – 120,086 miles
  • 2024 – 116,353 miles
  • 2023 – 112,538 miles
  • 2022 – 107,936 miles
  • 2021 – 104,461 miles
  • 2020 – 102,030 miles
  • 2019 – 99,031 miles
  • 2018 – 94,683 miles
  • 2017 – 88,480 miles
  • 2016 – 83,383 miles
  • 2015 – 79,672 miles
  • 2014 – 76,828 miles
  • 2013 – 69,201 miles
  • 2012 – 60,386 miles
  • 2011 – 48,930 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,100 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor5 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner shoulder

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,100 miles (+55)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    123,100 miles
    Test number
    510393945579
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Fail123,045 miles (+2,959)1 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,045 miles
    Test number
    285683369703
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Pass120,086 miles (+53)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    120,086 miles
    Test number
    285868443138
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail120,033 miles (+3,680)1 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,033 miles
    Test number
    168416414630
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer pipe split (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass116,353 miles (+3,815)4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    116,353 miles
    Test number
    602933269871
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  6. Pass112,538 miles (+41)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    112,538 miles
    Test number
    279782719583
    • 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))

  7. Fail112,497 miles (+4,561)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,497 miles
    Test number
    854612669474
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • 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))

  8. Pass107,936 miles4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    107,936 miles
    Test number
    540216392761
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (STRONG ADVISE) (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (STRONG ADVISE) (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Fail107,932 miles (+3,471)1 major4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,932 miles
    Test number
    273793804179
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (STRONG ADVISE) (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (STRONG ADVISE) (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Pass104,461 miles4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    104,461 miles
    Test number
    340182218351
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (STRONG ADVISE) (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (STRONG ADVISE) (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Fail104,461 miles (+2,431)3 dangerous1 major4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,461 miles
    Test number
    957012588056
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (STRONG ADVISE) (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (STRONG ADVISE) (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bold on inner shoulder (STRONG ADVISE) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Pass102,030 miles (+2,999)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    102,030 miles
    Test number
    916033298696
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner shoulder STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass99,031 miles (+4,348)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    99,031 miles
    Test number
    248494743221
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass94,683 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    94,683 miles
    Test number
    259068403795
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  15. Fail94,679 miles (+6,199)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,679 miles
    Test number
    426919200029
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted Retaining spring missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front mount to subframe bolts missing (6.1.2 (a))

  16. Pass88,480 miles (+5,097)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    88,480 miles
    Test number
    587349779674
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass83,383 miles (+3,711)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    83,383 miles
    Test number
    939549733471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass79,672 miles (+2,844)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    79,672 miles
    Test number
    617514495172
    • NoteNearside and offside front inner wishbone bushes slightly weak

  19. Pass76,828 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    76,828 miles
    Test number
    269688294194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail76,824 miles (+7,623)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,824 miles
    Test number
    677467094198
    • FailureInner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  21. Pass69,201 miles (+8,815)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    69,201 miles
    Test number
    295102513268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass60,386 miles (+11,456)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    60,386 miles
    Test number
    629955012254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,930 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    48,930 miles
    Test number
    206049581166
    • NoteO/s/r reflector broken

Questions about T5 KBN

Does T5 KBN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 KBN is valid until 1 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 KBN?
The MOT on T5 KBN is valid until 1 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 KBN done?
T5 KBN was recorded at 123,100 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 4,927 miles a year.
Has T5 KBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 KBN has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 KBN 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 KBN find?
T5 KBN passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip, and 6 more.

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