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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,460 cc

T5 OFSMOT history

T5 OFS is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 6 Jun 2025 and it has passed 11 of 20 MOT tests, with 164,400 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Jun 2025
Mileage
164,400 mi
At MOT on 7 Jun 2024
MOT tests
20
11 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,407 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 OFS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 OFS was last recorded at 164,400 miles on 7 Jun 2024, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,382 miles · 27 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
5,407 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 164,400 miles
  • 2023 – 164,382 miles
  • 2022 – 162,788 miles
  • 2021 – 160,309 miles
  • 2019 – 159,103 miles
  • 2018 – 156,107 miles
  • 2017 – 152,620 miles
  • 2016 – 148,038 miles
  • 2015 – 142,488 miles
  • 2014 – 134,931 miles
  • 2012 – 122,174 miles
  • 2011 – 96,199 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,400 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak on engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,400 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    164,400 miles
    Test number
    291590744676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail164,382 miles (+1,594)1 dangerous8 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,382 miles
    Test number
    754299668592
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges main battery lead (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering system excessively rough (2.1.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass162,788 miles (+31)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    162,788 miles
    Test number
    516277965226
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine

  4. Fail162,757 miles (+2,448)1 dangerous6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,757 miles
    Test number
    737475335943
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn bottom arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine

  5. Pass160,309 miles (+1,206)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    160,309 miles
    Test number
    352511781953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass159,103 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    159,103 miles
    Test number
    791977163835
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail159,103 miles (+2,996)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,103 miles
    Test number
    270585823503
    • DangerousTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not functioning at all (4.10 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass156,107 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    156,107 miles
    Test number
    989399481042
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail156,107 miles (+3,487)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,107 miles
    Test number
    160604198227
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureObligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryEM light on
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass152,620 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    152,620 miles
    Test number
    602633170301
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail152,620 miles (+4,582)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,620 miles
    Test number
    490172556791
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass148,038 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    148,038 miles
    Test number
    754404730303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail148,037 miles (+5,549)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,037 miles
    Test number
    664609131035
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass142,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    142,488 miles
    Test number
    238034415453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail142,488 miles (+7,557)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,488 miles
    Test number
    348867105156
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass134,931 miles (+357)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    134,931 miles
    Test number
    956537604182
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Fail134,574 miles (+12,400)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,574 miles
    Test number
    156002794071
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass122,174 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    122,174 miles
    Test number
    215706802377
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Fail122,172 miles (+25,973)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,172 miles
    Test number
    277237892272
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system lock to lock check exposes a seriously damaged brake pipe (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureStatutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass96,199 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    96,199 miles
    Test number
    896720201397
    • NoteFront brake discs are pitted...

Questions about T5 OFS

Does T5 OFS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T5 OFS expired on 6 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T5 OFS?
The MOT on T5 OFS expired on 6 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T5 OFS done?
T5 OFS was recorded at 164,400 miles at its MOT on 7 Jun 2024, an average of 5,407 miles a year.
Has T5 OFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 OFS has failed 9 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T5 OFS 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 OFS find?
T5 OFS passed its latest MOT on 7 Jun 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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