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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

T5 NFAMOT history

T5 NFA is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 11 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 205,791 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Oct 2027
Mileage
205,791 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
8,218 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 NFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
29 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 NFA was last recorded at 205,791 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
205,777 miles · 7 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
8,218 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,791 miles
  • 2025 – 201,554 miles
  • 2024 – 197,125 miles
  • 2023 – 191,891 miles
  • 2022 – 184,545 miles
  • 2021 – 180,061 miles
  • 2020 – 175,008 miles
  • 2019 – 171,174 miles
  • 2017 – 167,038 miles
  • 2016 – 162,485 miles
  • 2014 – 136,322 miles
  • 2013 – 122,127 miles
  • 2012 – 114,149 miles
  • 2011 – 101,986 miles
  • 2010 – 90,697 miles
  • 2009 – 65,460 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,791 miles
  • AdvisoryBRAKE BOOSTER CORRODED AND CRUMBLING BY MASTER CYLINDR JOINTRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Inner BOTH LOWER ARMS CORRODED AND BUSH SLIGHTLY WORN AND PLAYRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive ALL OVER ENGINE COMPARTMENT (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security WHEEL ARCH SIDE (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear BOTH SUSPENSION ARMS CORRODEDRecorded 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.

  • Both exhaust boxes have corrosion

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from front, rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear discs braking surface rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Handbrake effort low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs pitted and corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 14 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,791 miles (+14)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    205,791 miles
    Test number
    528192071331
    • AdvisoryBRAKE BOOSTER CORRODED AND CRUMBLING BY MASTER CYLINDR JOINT
    • AdvisoryFront Inner BOTH LOWER ARMS CORRODED AND BUSH SLIGHTLY WORN AND PLAY
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive ALL OVER ENGINE COMPARTMENT (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security WHEEL ARCH SIDE (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear BOTH SUSPENSION ARMS CORRODED
  2. Fail205,777 miles (+4,223)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,777 miles
    Test number
    996438168095
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Headlamp levelling device inoperative BOTH (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Headlamp light intensity severely reduced BOTH (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function VERY CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn BOTH [N/S OUTER SURFACE VERY PITTED] (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator BOTH (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBRAKE BOOSTER CORRODED AND CRUMBLING BY MASTER CYLINDR JOINT
    • AdvisoryFront Inner BOTH LOWER ARMS CORRODED AND BUSH SLIGHTLY WORN AND PLAY
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive ALL OVER ENGINE COMPARTMENT (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security WHEEL ARCH SIDE (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear BOTH SUSPENSION ARMS CORRODED
  3. Pass201,554 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    201,554 miles
    Test number
    834819602458
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from front, rusty (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear discs braking surface rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Handbrake effort low
  4. Fail201,526 miles (+4,401)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,526 miles
    Test number
    634877892118
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from front (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended receiver (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from front, rusty (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear discs braking surface rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Handbrake effort low
  5. Pass197,125 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    197,125 miles
    Test number
    221697081682
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear metal brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Fail197,124 miles (+5,233)13 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,124 miles
    Test number
    981758946940
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear metal brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass191,891 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    191,891 miles
    Test number
    207498534608
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside rear (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail191,890 miles (+7,345)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,890 miles
    Test number
    465688569988
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner and outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside rear (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass184,545 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    184,545 miles
    Test number
    300939839644
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  10. Fail184,545 miles (+4,484)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,545 miles
    Test number
    821797034278
    • MajorAnti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both anti roll bar d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  11. Pass180,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    180,061 miles
    Test number
    292709673137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail180,061 miles (+2,329)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,061 miles
    Test number
    508415562079
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust boxes have corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Door mirror cover loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has corrosion on dust cover
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Door check bar broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drive shaft inner CV boot weeping grease
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  13. Pass177,732 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    177,732 miles
    Test number
    616593101338
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust boxes have corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Evidence of oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  14. Fail177,732 miles (+2,724)1 dangerous1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,732 miles
    Test number
    625436487009
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Lower arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated Wear on inner and outer tread (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust boxes have corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Evidence of oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  15. Pass175,008 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    175,008 miles
    Test number
    618879309061
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Lower arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust boxes have corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front D rubbers (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Some 4mm on pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  16. Fail175,008 miles (+3,834)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,008 miles
    Test number
    221630994806
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Lower arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust boxes have corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front D rubbers (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Some 4mm on pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  17. Pass171,174 miles (+5)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    171,174 miles
    Test number
    189112653310
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust boxes have corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  18. Fail171,169 miles (+4,131)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,169 miles
    Test number
    717135075699
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective Unable to open fuel cap/flap (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust boxes have corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  19. Pass167,038 miles (+4,553)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    167,038 miles
    Test number
    900295138939
    • AdvisoryBattery earth terminal loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D rubber (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Lower arm outer ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad sensor wire close to wheel
  20. Pass162,485 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    162,485 miles
    Test number
    304064730957
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust boxes have some corrosion
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH FRONT D RUBBERS (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  21. Fail162,485 miles1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,485 miles
    Test number
    146436223746
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH WIPERS (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust boxes have some corrosion
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH FRONT D RUBBERS (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Rubber turbo air pipe not fitted 100% at conection
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
  22. Fail162,481 miles (+3,108)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,481 miles
    Test number
    588634906021
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
  23. Pass159,373 miles (+23,051)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    159,373 miles
    Test number
    806054274295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass136,322 miles (+14,195)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    136,322 miles
    Test number
    996560944257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass122,127 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    122,127 miles
    Test number
    277683333295
    • NotePlay in steering arms, near side driveshaft / CVs are noisy
  26. Fail122,127 miles (+7,978)1 dangerous3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,127 miles
    Test number
    995813833212
    • DangerousNear side driveshaft has a loose bolt
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering arms, near side driveshaft / CVs are noisy
  27. Pass114,149 miles (+12,163)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    114,149 miles
    Test number
    215912142250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass101,986 miles (+11,289)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    101,986 miles
    Test number
    385437661238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOsf door checkstap broken
  29. Pass90,697 miles (+25,237)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    90,697 miles
    Test number
    782551850298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass65,460 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    65,460 miles
    Test number
    123817559292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  31. Fail65,460 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,460 miles
    Test number
    764797659246
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T5 NFA

Does T5 NFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 NFA is valid until 11 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 NFA?
The MOT on T5 NFA is valid until 11 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 NFA done?
T5 NFA was recorded at 205,791 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 8,218 miles a year.
Has T5 NFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 NFA has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 NFA 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 NFA find?
T5 NFA passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: brake booster corroded and crumbling by master cylindr joint; front inner both lower arms corroded and bush slightly worn and play; front oil leak, but not excessive all over engine compartment, and 2 more.

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