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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

T5 XJEMOT history

T5 XJE is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 5 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 105,197 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
105,197 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,755 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 XJE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
5 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 XJE was last recorded at 105,197 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,197 miles · 13 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,755 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,197 miles
  • 2025 – 102,764 miles
  • 2024 – 99,749 miles
  • 2023 – 97,076 miles
  • 2022 – 92,726 miles
  • 2021 – 88,353 miles
  • 2020 – 85,821 miles
  • 2019 – 82,881 miles
  • 2018 – 79,647 miles
  • 2017 – 76,564 miles
  • 2016 – 74,631 miles
  • 2015 – 71,171 miles
  • 2014 – 69,119 miles
  • 2013 – 62,729 miles
  • 2012 – 58,269 miles
  • 2011 – 49,890 miles
  • 2010 – 47,664 miles
  • 2009 – 35,429 miles
  • 2008 – 20,517 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,197 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Offside Rear Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 13 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,197 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    105,197 miles
    Test number
    561200963682
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail105,197 miles (+2,433)7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,197 miles
    Test number
    646855006860
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front 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 Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass102,764 miles (+3,015)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    102,764 miles
    Test number
    557952791312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass99,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    99,749 miles
    Test number
    822801588510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail99,749 miles (+2,673)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,749 miles
    Test number
    874128928702
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass97,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    97,076 miles
    Test number
    106742156600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail97,076 miles (+4,350)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,076 miles
    Test number
    260503774972
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass92,726 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    92,726 miles
    Test number
    154386269293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail92,726 miles (+4,373)2 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,726 miles
    Test number
    676980595926
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245 45 18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm 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 Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass88,353 miles (+2,532)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    88,353 miles
    Test number
    286414129788
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass85,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    85,821 miles
    Test number
    618064397949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail85,821 miles (+2,940)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,821 miles
    Test number
    154032507456
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass82,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    82,881 miles
    Test number
    207630659992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail82,881 miles (+3,234)2 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,881 miles
    Test number
    880258865929
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245 45 18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass79,647 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    79,647 miles
    Test number
    158619650089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTwo rear tyres lumps on inside 245 45 18

  16. Fail79,647 miles (+3,083)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,647 miles
    Test number
    709056385168
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTwo rear tyres lumps on inside 245 45 18

  17. Pass76,564 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    76,564 miles
    Test number
    891187131618
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin coming of not causing leak

  18. Fail76,562 miles (+1,931)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,562 miles
    Test number
    769825835382
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle 58% front axel (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin coming of not causing leak

  19. Pass74,631 miles (+3,460)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    74,631 miles
    Test number
    222877322216
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt starting to leak grease (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box corroded (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFlap on electric mains plug not fully closing (letting water and dirt in)

  20. Pass71,171 miles (+2,052)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    71,171 miles
    Test number
    209576055034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass69,119 miles (+6,390)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    69,119 miles
    Test number
    828504584057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass62,729 miles (+4,460)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    62,729 miles
    Test number
    636838373092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass58,269 miles (+8,379)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    58,269 miles
    Test number
    846078402294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass49,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    49,890 miles
    Test number
    509535511206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail49,890 miles (+2,226)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,890 miles
    Test number
    536694711297
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs pitting

  26. Pass47,664 miles (+12,235)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    47,664 miles
    Test number
    154636010271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass35,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    35,429 miles
    Test number
    353966319452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail35,429 miles (+14,912)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,429 miles
    Test number
    753086519237
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  29. Pass20,517 miles (+131)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    20,517 miles
    Test number
    820460678180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail20,386 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,386 miles
    Test number
    291985368153
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about T5 XJE

Does T5 XJE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 XJE is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 XJE?
The MOT on T5 XJE is valid until 13 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 XJE done?
T5 XJE was recorded at 105,197 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 4,755 miles a year.
Has T5 XJE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 XJE has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 XJE 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 XJE find?
T5 XJE passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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