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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

T5 VLJMOT history

T5 VLJ is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 16 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 204,068 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
204,068 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,769 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 VLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 VLJ was last recorded at 204,068 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 5,049 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Dec 2011: 132,374 miles, lower than 144,150 miles on 20 Dec 2010.

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
199,019 miles · 30 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,049 miles
Average per year
7,769 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 204,068 miles
  • 2025 – 199,019 miles
  • 2024 – 192,589 miles
  • 2023 – 190,813 miles
  • 2021 – 189,270 miles
  • 2020 – 188,031 miles
  • 2018 – 183,755 miles
  • 2017 – 174,735 miles
  • 2016 – 166,392 miles
  • 2015 – 158,165 miles
  • 2014 – 147,427 miles
  • 2013 – 138,993 miles
  • 2011 – 132,374 miles
  • 2010 – 144,150 miles
  • 2009 – 98,268 miles
  • 2008 – 65,155 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,068 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.25mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Centre and rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 6 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,068 miles (+5,049)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    204,068 miles
    Test number
    169456369979
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.25mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass199,019 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    199,019 miles
    Test number
    829738290426
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail199,018 miles (+6,429)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,018 miles
    Test number
    274548130648
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass192,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    192,589 miles
    Test number
    949055236117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail192,589 miles (+1,776)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,589 miles
    Test number
    602907266983
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass190,813 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    190,813 miles
    Test number
    503314044132
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

  7. Fail190,811 miles (+1,541)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,811 miles
    Test number
    583857122889
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended not retracting fully (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view Sharp edges (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

  8. Pass189,270 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    189,270 miles
    Test number
    224310258960
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail189,270 miles (+1,239)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,270 miles
    Test number
    380263402460
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass188,031 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    188,031 miles
    Test number
    587652974748
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail188,031 miles (+4,276)1 dangerous7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,031 miles
    Test number
    413336929086
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate 0.8 reading 2.75 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass183,755 miles (+9,020)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    183,755 miles
    Test number
    233884280060
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass174,735 miles (+43)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    174,735 miles
    Test number
    746654206918
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235/50/18 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235/50/18 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235/50/18 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235/50/18 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail174,692 miles (+8,300)5 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,692 miles
    Test number
    362663998543
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Inner 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 Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235/50/18 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235/50/18 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235/50/18 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235/50/18 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass166,392 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    166,392 miles
    Test number
    433724986006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail166,389 miles (+8,224)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,389 miles
    Test number
    884461336140
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass158,165 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    158,165 miles
    Test number
    135036545231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail158,158 miles (+10,731)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,158 miles
    Test number
    309655145255
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.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 Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass147,427 miles (+8,434)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    147,427 miles
    Test number
    969280544287
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass138,993 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    138,993 miles
    Test number
    718339483046
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  21. Fail138,989 miles (+6,615)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,989 miles
    Test number
    198658883068
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  22. Pass132,374 miles (-11,776)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    132,374 miles
    Test number
    566426351323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass144,150 miles (+45,882)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    144,150 miles
    Test number
    903234250358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass98,268 miles (+14,087)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    98,268 miles
    Test number
    371108459314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass84,181 miles (+19,026)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    84,181 miles
    Test number
    570939969023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail65,155 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,155 miles
    Test number
    420236368055
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass65,155 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    65,155 miles
    Test number
    941036568002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T5 VLJ

Does T5 VLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 VLJ is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 VLJ?
The MOT on T5 VLJ is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 VLJ done?
T5 VLJ was recorded at 204,068 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 7,769 miles a year.
Has T5 VLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 VLJ has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T5 VLJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Dec 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T5 VLJ find?
T5 VLJ passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 2 more.

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