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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

T5 WRAMOT history

T5 WRA is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 15 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 10 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 189,480 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 May 2027
Mileage
189,480 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,215 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 WRA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
15 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 WRA was last recorded at 189,480 miles on 11 May 2026, 7,781 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,699 miles · 4 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
7,781 miles
Average per year
9,215 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 189,480 miles
  • 2025 – 181,699 miles
  • 2024 – 174,262 miles
  • 2023 – 167,757 miles
  • 2022 – 162,151 miles
  • 2021 – 156,737 miles
  • 2020 – 152,946 miles
  • 2019 – 149,996 miles
  • 2018 – 141,089 miles
  • 2017 – 122,157 miles
  • 2016 – 100,463 miles
  • 2015 – 78,866 miles
  • 2014 – 56,889 miles
  • 2013 – 53,148 miles
  • 2011 – 51,016 miles
  • 2010 – 46,372 miles
  • 2009 – 37,480 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,480 miles
  • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chip In Screen (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive On Engine (8.4.1 (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.

  • Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded on rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Brake linkage corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,480 miles (+7,781)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2027
    Odometer
    189,480 miles
    Test number
    427923001435
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chip In Screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive On Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass181,699 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    181,699 miles
    Test number
    934023026690
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Fail181,699 miles (+7,437)2 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,699 miles
    Test number
    811428705796
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass174,262 miles (+86)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    174,262 miles
    Test number
    407372694983
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded on rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat sheild

  5. Fail174,176 miles (+6,419)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,176 miles
    Test number
    295340543427
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (near tank) (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective lens fogged (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (near tank) (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded on rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose

  6. Pass167,757 miles (+5,606)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    167,757 miles
    Test number
    709879243324
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear in front of fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front strut top mount areas rusty
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencers in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront subframe heavily undersealed
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms undersealed

  7. Pass162,151 miles (+3)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    162,151 miles
    Test number
    413181866589
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust middle box delaminating

  8. Fail162,148 miles (+5,411)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,148 miles
    Test number
    213476426070
    • MajorNearside 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 Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust middle box delaminating

  9. Pass156,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    156,737 miles
    Test number
    830699043727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail156,737 miles (+3,791)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,737 miles
    Test number
    492993600129
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass152,946 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    152,946 miles
    Test number
    658304210920
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  12. Fail152,943 miles (+2,947)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,943 miles
    Test number
    986330283406
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  13. Pass149,996 miles (+8,907)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    149,996 miles
    Test number
    961170821117
    • AdvisoryRear discs corroded

  14. Pass141,089 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    141,089 miles
    Test number
    330730126412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail141,072 miles (+18,915)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,072 miles
    Test number
    250988764054
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  16. Pass122,157 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    122,157 miles
    Test number
    244307361992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail122,157 miles (+21,694)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,157 miles
    Test number
    958007867833
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass100,463 miles (+21,597)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    100,463 miles
    Test number
    445781100741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass78,866 miles (+21,977)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    78,866 miles
    Test number
    399739935218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    56,889 miles
    Test number
    707051544249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail56,889 miles (+1,171)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,889 miles
    Test number
    958741244260
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass55,718 miles (+2,570)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    55,718 miles
    Test number
    606480124188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass53,148 miles (+2,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    53,148 miles
    Test number
    539977363022
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  24. Pass51,016 miles (+4,644)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    51,016 miles
    Test number
    487128111315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass46,372 miles (+8,892)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    46,372 miles
    Test number
    530605010350
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass37,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    37,480 miles
    Test number
    233645419322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail37,480 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,480 miles
    Test number
    371495619353
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about T5 WRA

Does T5 WRA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 WRA is valid until 10 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 WRA?
The MOT on T5 WRA is valid until 10 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 WRA done?
T5 WRA was recorded at 189,480 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 9,215 miles a year.
Has T5 WRA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 WRA has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T5 WRA 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 WRA find?
T5 WRA passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: offside steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip in screen, and 3 more.

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