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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

T5 VNJMOT history

T5 VNJ is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 173,967 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
173,967 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,407 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 VNJ
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
30 May 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 VNJ was last recorded at 173,967 miles on 25 Jul 2026, 510 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Aug 2025: 173,457 miles, lower than 173,465 miles on 30 Jul 2025.

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
173,457 miles · 6 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
510 miles
Average per year
5,407 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,967 miles
  • 2025 – 173,457 miles
  • 2024 – 173,251 miles
  • 2023 – 170,028 miles
  • 2022 – 167,216 miles
  • 2021 – 165,640 miles
  • 2020 – 162,976 miles
  • 2019 – 162,431 miles
  • 2018 – 160,634 miles
  • 2017 – 155,382 miles
  • 2016 – 150,030 miles
  • 2015 – 140,734 miles
  • 2014 – 129,137 miles
  • 2013 – 117,384 miles
  • 2012 – 107,794 miles
  • 2011 – 97,531 miles
  • 2010 – 90,340 miles
  • 2009 – 80,838 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,967 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. slight imbalance front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 1 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,967 miles (+510)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    173,967 miles
    Test number
    974317255573
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass173,457 miles (-8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    173,457 miles
    Test number
    243589929627
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. slight imbalance front and rear (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail173,465 miles (+214)4 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,465 miles
    Test number
    214724937595
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (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))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. slight imbalance front and rear (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass173,251 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    173,251 miles
    Test number
    919829305475
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail173,251 miles (+3,223)2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,251 miles
    Test number
    159874086019
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass170,028 miles (+2,812)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    170,028 miles
    Test number
    242391067404
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass167,216 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    167,216 miles
    Test number
    513417273111
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail167,216 miles (+1,576)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,216 miles
    Test number
    557433205563
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass165,640 miles (+167)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    165,640 miles
    Test number
    725240317137
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess park brake cables (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisorySilencer outer casing corroded

  10. Fail165,473 miles (+2,497)2 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,473 miles
    Test number
    536319804049
    • MajorCoil spring fractured or broken nearside and offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 80 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass162,976 miles (+545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    162,976 miles
    Test number
    300044952836
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass162,431 miles (+36)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    162,431 miles
    Test number
    796062794200
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail162,395 miles (+1,761)7 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,395 miles
    Test number
    198696030482
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (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 Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass160,634 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    160,634 miles
    Test number
    227435340996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail160,616 miles (+5,234)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,616 miles
    Test number
    757041160524
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass155,382 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    155,382 miles
    Test number
    155280438512
    • 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. Fail155,382 miles (+5,352)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,382 miles
    Test number
    710063541982
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)

  18. Pass150,030 miles (+79)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    150,030 miles
    Test number
    654370187432
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail149,951 miles (+9,217)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,951 miles
    Test number
    290869458164
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass140,734 miles (+196)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    140,734 miles
    Test number
    971143467813
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail140,538 miles (+11,401)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,538 miles
    Test number
    194683064391
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail129,137 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,137 miles
    Test number
    588783514241
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  23. Pass129,137 miles (+11,753)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    129,137 miles
    Test number
    637333014231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass117,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    117,384 miles
    Test number
    205082213296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail117,384 miles (+9,590)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,384 miles
    Test number
    206442113296
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  26. Pass107,794 miles (+10,263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    107,794 miles
    Test number
    869576812255
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass97,531 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    97,531 miles
    Test number
    236594611276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail97,531 miles (+7,191)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,531 miles
    Test number
    348924911425
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Pass90,340 miles (+9,502)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    90,340 miles
    Test number
    123538680114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass80,838 miles (+41)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    80,838 miles
    Test number
    931546529132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Fail80,797 miles2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,797 miles
    Test number
    941131129199
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about T5 VNJ

Does T5 VNJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 VNJ is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 VNJ?
The MOT on T5 VNJ is valid until 5 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 VNJ done?
T5 VNJ was recorded at 173,967 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2026, an average of 5,407 miles a year.
Has T5 VNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 VNJ has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T5 VNJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Aug 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T5 VNJ find?
T5 VNJ passed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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