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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

T5 XJAMOT history

T5 XJA is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 14 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jun 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 149,105 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jun 2027
Mileage
149,105 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,114 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 XJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 XJA was last recorded at 149,105 miles on 22 May 2026, 2,562 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,543 miles · 24 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,562 miles
Average per year
7,114 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,105 miles
  • 2025 – 146,543 miles
  • 2024 – 134,716 miles
  • 2023 – 124,800 miles
  • 2022 – 114,262 miles
  • 2021 – 106,607 miles
  • 2020 – 100,583 miles
  • 2019 – 91,591 miles
  • 2017 – 76,583 miles
  • 2016 – 71,333 miles
  • 2014 – 62,348 miles
  • 2013 – 54,609 miles
  • 2012 – 50,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,105 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (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 Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Both front tyre worn on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Brake pads warning light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear pads look very low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Spare wheel carrier loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Jan 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,105 miles (+2,562)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    149,105 miles
    Test number
    336381904618
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass146,543 miles (+11,827)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    146,543 miles
    Test number
    970541765503
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust box corroded
  3. Pass134,716 miles (+9,916)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    134,716 miles
    Test number
    477883336643
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake effort low
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box corroded
  4. Pass124,800 miles (+10,538)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    124,800 miles
    Test number
    265027345109
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40 R19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil cooler area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass114,262 miles (+18)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    114,262 miles
    Test number
    726082162422
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake low effort
  6. Fail114,244 miles (+7,637)2 dangerous9 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,244 miles
    Test number
    319748099866
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyre has worn to ply/cords on its inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement calliper parking brake (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorHazard warning switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush twisted (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush twisted (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAir ride suspension fitted
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear indicator lamp is on
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp not operating vehicle is Pre 2008
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever shroud missing
  7. Pass106,607 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    106,607 miles
    Test number
    863586690115
    • AdvisoryAmber brake warning light on dash illuminated
    • AdvisoryN/s front lower wishbone bush split and perished and starting to de bond
    • AdvisoryVan very low(air ride suspension fitted)
  8. Fail106,603 miles (+6,020)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,603 miles
    Test number
    855956320548
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt missing stalk missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAmber brake warning light on dash illuminated
    • AdvisoryN/s front lower wishbone bush split and perished and starting to de bond
    • AdvisoryVan very low(air ride suspension fitted)
  9. Pass100,583 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    100,583 miles
    Test number
    499919787184
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes have been coated in hammerite masking corrosion(unable to assess extent of corrosion)advise replace asap
    • AdvisoryBrake pads warning light on
    • AdvisoryRear pads look very low
    • AdvisorySpare wheel carrier loose
  10. Fail100,581 miles (+8,990)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,581 miles
    Test number
    866999861862
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected under dash (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected under dash (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryBrake pads warning light on
    • AdvisoryRear pads look very low
    • AdvisorySpare wheel carrier loose
  11. Pass91,591 miles (+44)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    91,591 miles
    Test number
    510686463032
    • MinorElectrical wiring insecure vehicle underside (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAfter market air ride suspension fitted
    • AdvisoryAll brake warning wires cut through bringing dash light on
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
  12. Fail91,547 miles (+14,964)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,547 miles
    Test number
    250032701680
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorElectrical wiring insecure vehicle underside (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAfter market air ride suspension fitted
    • AdvisoryAll brake warning wires cut through bringing dash light on
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
  13. Pass76,583 miles (+5,250)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    76,583 miles
    Test number
    949788316449
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  14. Pass71,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    71,333 miles
    Test number
    352053665034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail71,333 miles (+7)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,333 miles
    Test number
    962019015269
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
  16. Fail71,326 miles (+8,978)6 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,326 miles
    Test number
    774413191285
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine has slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront Number plate not standard
    • AdvisoryNearside Bumper bar insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has slight damage to outer side wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Number plate not standard
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  17. Pass62,348 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    62,348 miles
    Test number
    405115994206
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteHandbrake warning light does not illuminate when handbrake is on
    • NoteNearside front brake pad warning sensor is insecure
  18. Fail62,348 miles (+7,739)7 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,348 miles
    Test number
    248493794293
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteHandbrake warning light does not illuminate when handbrake is on
    • NoteNearside front brake pad warning sensor is insecure
  19. Pass54,609 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    54,609 miles
    Test number
    366990963229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail54,601 miles (+3,826)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,601 miles
    Test number
    448292853296
    • DangerousNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  21. Pass50,775 miles (+3,743)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    50,775 miles
    Test number
    508031002238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    47,032 miles
    Test number
    699485512034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 XJA

Does T5 XJA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 XJA is valid until 21 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 XJA?
The MOT on T5 XJA is valid until 21 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 XJA done?
T5 XJA was recorded at 149,105 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 7,114 miles a year.
Has T5 XJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 XJA has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on T5 XJA 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 XJA find?
T5 XJA passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside front lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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