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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2004 · 2,460 cc

T5 LKNMOT history

T5 LKN is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 11 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 37 MOT tests, with 293,300 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
293,300 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
37
20 passed · 17 failed
Per year
9,405 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 LKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
11 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 LKN was last recorded at 293,300 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 6,924 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Jan 2018: 248,177 miles, lower than 248,178 miles on 15 Jan 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
286,376 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,924 miles
Average per year
9,405 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 293,300 miles
  • 2025 – 286,376 miles
  • 2024 – 279,447 miles
  • 2023 – 276,352 miles
  • 2022 – 271,516 miles
  • 2021 – 267,825 miles
  • 2020 – 264,764 miles
  • 2019 – 258,761 miles
  • 2018 – 248,177 miles
  • 2016 – 236,329 miles
  • 2015 – 229,129 miles
  • 2014 – 224,749 miles
  • 2013 – 221,463 miles
  • 2012 – 211,624 miles
  • 2011 – 197,846 miles
  • 2010 – 177,443 miles
  • 2008 – 159,196 miles
  • 2007 – 138,264 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass293,300 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded on rack

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear corrosion to rear exhaust box

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust system corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

37 tests since 16 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass293,300 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    293,300 miles
    Test number
    352943832395
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail293,300 miles (+6,924)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    293,300 miles
    Test number
    676580831228
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass286,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    286,376 miles
    Test number
    611083552928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail286,376 miles (+6,929)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    286,376 miles
    Test number
    936110032472
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pad surface (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass279,447 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    279,447 miles
    Test number
    653022728995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail279,442 miles (+3,090)1 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    279,442 miles
    Test number
    446431803654
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect frosted lense (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass276,352 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    276,352 miles
    Test number
    690251617979
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus slight damage to side wall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded on rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear corrosion to rear exhaust box

  8. Fail276,352 miles (+4,836)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    276,352 miles
    Test number
    774329898267
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus slight damage to side wall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded on rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear corrosion to rear exhaust box

  9. Pass271,516 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    271,516 miles
    Test number
    701663794706
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner disc surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded on rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner disc surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear corrosion to rear exhaust box
    • AdvisoryCoolant low

  10. Fail271,516 miles (+3,691)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    271,516 miles
    Test number
    429759865368
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner disc surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded on rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner disc surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear corrosion to rear exhaust box
    • AdvisoryCoolant low

  11. Pass267,825 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    267,825 miles
    Test number
    603338313952
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail267,825 miles (+3,061)1 dangerous4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    267,825 miles
    Test number
    293613554136
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm -- worn and inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm -- worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass264,764 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    264,764 miles
    Test number
    150521343761
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  14. Fail264,764 miles (+6,003)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,764 miles
    Test number
    147131109919
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass258,761 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    258,761 miles
    Test number
    893290091038
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Fail258,761 miles (+10,584)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,761 miles
    Test number
    349129542269
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  17. Pass248,177 miles (-1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    248,177 miles
    Test number
    370054865017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail248,178 miles (+11,849)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,178 miles
    Test number
    539528272155
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass236,329 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    236,329 miles
    Test number
    879947227562
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySpare wheel missing/brake lamp on

  20. Fail236,329 miles (+7,200)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,329 miles
    Test number
    251871030894
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle anti roll bar (2.3.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySpare wheel missing/brake lamp on /oil level lamp on

  21. Pass229,129 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    229,129 miles
    Test number
    563076782772
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe mount broken

  22. Fail229,129 miles (+4,380)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,129 miles
    Test number
    795880824593
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high both front (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe mount broken

  23. Pass224,749 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    224,749 miles
    Test number
    195929844355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail224,746 miles (+3,283)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,746 miles
    Test number
    307661934380
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)

  25. Pass221,463 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    221,463 miles
    Test number
    957642233311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail221,461 miles (+9,837)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,461 miles
    Test number
    495281333426
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  27. Pass211,624 miles (+13,778)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    211,624 miles
    Test number
    677752732381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass197,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    197,846 miles
    Test number
    609879521368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail197,846 miles (+7,499)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,846 miles
    Test number
    746029721341
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  30. Pass190,347 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    190,347 miles
    Test number
    247055301128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail190,346 miles (+12,903)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,346 miles
    Test number
    139880491496
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  32. Pass177,443 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    177,443 miles
    Test number
    641716220090
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  33. Fail177,443 miles (+18,247)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,443 miles
    Test number
    721015720038
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  34. Pass159,196 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    159,196 miles
    Test number
    570203838307
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNoise from cam belt cover area

  35. Fail159,196 miles (+20,932)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,196 miles
    Test number
    954233338352
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNoise from cam belt cover area

  36. Pass138,264 miles (+20,494)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    138,264 miles
    Test number
    442512857343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Pass117,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    117,770 miles
    Test number
    272886337181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 LKN

Does T5 LKN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 LKN is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 LKN?
The MOT on T5 LKN is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 LKN done?
T5 LKN was recorded at 293,300 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 9,405 miles a year.
Has T5 LKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 LKN has failed 17 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 LKN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Jan 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T5 LKN find?
T5 LKN passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive.

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