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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

T5 XFOMOT history

T5 XFO is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 202,143 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
202,143 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 XFO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 XFO was last recorded at 202,143 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 26,165 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,978 miles · 17 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
26,165 miles
Average per year
8,514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 202,143 miles
  • 2024 – 175,978 miles
  • 2023 – 159,888 miles
  • 2022 – 156,617 miles
  • 2021 – 153,790 miles
  • 2020 – 150,324 miles
  • 2019 – 145,439 miles
  • 2018 – 138,693 miles
  • 2017 – 132,226 miles
  • 2016 – 126,692 miles
  • 2015 – 119,635 miles
  • 2014 – 110,263 miles
  • 2013 – 101,971 miles
  • 2012 – 93,025 miles
  • 2011 – 83,834 miles
  • 2010 – 75,050 miles
  • 2009 – 65,593 miles
  • 2008 – 52,889 miles
  • 2006 – 37,453 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass202,143 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Body has corrosion

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust corroded.

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 28 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass202,143 miles (+26,165)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    202,143 miles
    Test number
    151196925344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass175,978 miles (+16,090)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    175,978 miles
    Test number
    926071837993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass159,888 miles (+3,271)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    159,888 miles
    Test number
    551432280688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass156,617 miles (+2,827)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    156,617 miles
    Test number
    267008547856
    • AdvisoryBody has corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass153,790 miles (+4)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    153,790 miles
    Test number
    588276011132
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBody has corrosion

  6. Fail153,786 miles (+3,462)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,786 miles
    Test number
    671165073183
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBody has corrosion

  7. Pass150,324 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    150,324 miles
    Test number
    142024236402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  8. Fail150,324 miles (+4,885)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,324 miles
    Test number
    615670232497
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  9. Pass145,439 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    145,439 miles
    Test number
    117157956664
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides and o/s/r (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both light units (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBody has corrosion

  10. Fail145,439 miles (+6,746)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,439 miles
    Test number
    640970970666
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides and o/s/r (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both light units (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBody has corrosion

  11. Pass138,693 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    138,693 miles
    Test number
    815102976450
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded.

  12. Fail138,693 miles (+6,467)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,693 miles
    Test number
    807076390390
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded.

  13. Pass132,226 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    132,226 miles
    Test number
    793644704169
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit perished and nail in it none repairable (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail132,226 miles (+5,534)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,226 miles
    Test number
    205434972767
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit perished and nail in it none repairable (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass126,692 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    126,692 miles
    Test number
    795168517249
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail126,691 miles (+7,056)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,691 miles
    Test number
    457488387365
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass119,635 miles (+179)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    119,635 miles
    Test number
    345159261491
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim both sides (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid dirty and low.
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded.

  18. Fail119,456 miles (+9,193)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,456 miles
    Test number
    403769419247
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc inboard (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim both sides (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid dirty and low.
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded.

  19. Pass110,263 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    110,263 miles
    Test number
    365537064256
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteExhaust corroded.

  20. Fail110,263 miles (+8,292)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,263 miles
    Test number
    196107364214
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteExhaust corroded.

  21. Pass101,971 miles (+8,946)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    101,971 miles
    Test number
    258694463274
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteExhaust corroded,

  22. Pass93,025 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    93,025 miles
    Test number
    529272162295
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre and rear exhausts corroded.

  23. Fail93,024 miles (+9,190)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,024 miles
    Test number
    347362462452
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre and rear exhausts corroded.

  24. Pass83,834 miles (+8,784)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    83,834 miles
    Test number
    315641771296
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass75,050 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    75,050 miles
    Test number
    531020070277
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Fail75,043 miles (+9,450)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,043 miles
    Test number
    374536060486
    • FailureFront Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass65,593 miles (+12,704)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    65,593 miles
    Test number
    704748469285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass52,889 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    52,889 miles
    Test number
    683907668243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail52,859 miles (+15,406)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,859 miles
    Test number
    532302568259
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  30. Pass37,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    37,453 miles
    Test number
    204172936307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 XFO

Does T5 XFO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 XFO is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 XFO?
The MOT on T5 XFO is valid until 1 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 XFO done?
T5 XFO was recorded at 202,143 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 8,514 miles a year.
Has T5 XFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 XFO has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on T5 XFO 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 XFO find?
T5 XFO passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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