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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,460 cc

T5 XAAMOT history

T5 XAA is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 25 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 108,590 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
108,590 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,100 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 XAA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
25 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 XAA was last recorded at 108,590 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 29 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,561 miles · 10 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
29 miles
Average per year
6,100 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,590 miles
  • 2025 – 105,536 miles
  • 2024 – 102,796 miles
  • 2023 – 100,293 miles
  • 2022 – 96,123 miles
  • 2021 – 89,793 miles
  • 2020 – 88,191 miles
  • 2019 – 82,677 miles
  • 2018 – 72,053 miles
  • 2017 – 60,108 miles
  • 2016 – 46,957 miles
  • 2015 – 37,760 miles
  • 2014 – 24,831 miles
  • 2013 – 18,605 miles
  • 2012 – 17,249 miles
  • 2011 – 16,916 miles
  • 2010 – 10,539 miles
  • 2009 – 8,365 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,590 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,590 miles (+29)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    108,590 miles
    Test number
    773200052480
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail108,561 miles (+3,025)3 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,561 miles
    Test number
    824332219396
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass105,536 miles (+2,740)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    105,536 miles
    Test number
    607976831203
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted to calliper (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass102,796 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    102,796 miles
    Test number
    421705372078
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail102,784 miles (+2,491)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,784 miles
    Test number
    789508641729
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass100,293 miles (+4,170)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    100,293 miles
    Test number
    526286817920
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  7. Pass96,123 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    96,123 miles
    Test number
    242640690704
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail96,123 miles (+6,330)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,123 miles
    Test number
    577573987372
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass89,793 miles (+1,602)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    89,793 miles
    Test number
    411292468854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass88,191 miles (+5,514)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    88,191 miles
    Test number
    320038430827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,677 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    82,677 miles
    Test number
    311988361538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail82,677 miles (+10,624)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,677 miles
    Test number
    294779928788
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

  13. Pass72,053 miles (+11,945)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    72,053 miles
    Test number
    819581151157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,108 miles (+13,151)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    60,108 miles
    Test number
    629638270571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,957 miles (+9,197)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    46,957 miles
    Test number
    661012455972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,760 miles (+12,929)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    37,760 miles
    Test number
    429864997523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,831 miles (+6,226)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    24,831 miles
    Test number
    198570044282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,605 miles (+1,356)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    18,605 miles
    Test number
    868512053291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass17,249 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    17,249 miles
    Test number
    449798042230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail17,249 miles (+333)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,249 miles
    Test number
    699398532275
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  21. Pass16,916 miles (+6,377)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    16,916 miles
    Test number
    487746731267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,539 miles (+2,174)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    10,539 miles
    Test number
    441408680278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass8,365 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    8,365 miles
    Test number
    374718879468
    • NoteFront and rear wiper blades starting to smear screen

Questions about T5 XAA

Does T5 XAA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 XAA is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 XAA?
The MOT on T5 XAA is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 XAA done?
T5 XAA was recorded at 108,590 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 6,100 miles a year.
Has T5 XAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 XAA has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 XAA 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 XAA find?
T5 XAA passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective misted; nearside rear brake hose slightly twisted; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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