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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,896 cc

T5 XLJMOT history

T5 XLJ is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 26 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 94,153 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
94,153 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,640 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 XLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
26 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 XLJ was last recorded at 94,153 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 673 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,480 miles · 20 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
673 miles
Average per year
5,640 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,153 miles
  • 2025 – 93,480 miles
  • 2024 – 92,555 miles
  • 2023 – 92,467 miles
  • 2022 – 90,648 miles
  • 2021 – 87,494 miles
  • 2020 – 84,389 miles
  • 2019 – 82,168 miles
  • 2018 – 74,214 miles
  • 2017 – 64,207 miles
  • 2016 – 48,493 miles
  • 2015 – 42,879 miles
  • 2014 – 32,753 miles
  • 2013 – 24,658 miles
  • 2012 – 18,643 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,153 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Central exhaust silencer corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 2 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,153 miles (+673)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    94,153 miles
    Test number
    810340263247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass93,480 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    93,480 miles
    Test number
    596221282252
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust silencer is corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower day time running light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail93,468 miles (+913)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,468 miles
    Test number
    811245049433
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component misaligned power steering hose trapped beneath front antiroll bar and subframe (2.1.5 (e) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower daytime running light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass92,555 miles (+88)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    92,555 miles
    Test number
    656928607090
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front day time running light dim
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass92,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    92,467 miles
    Test number
    279931595503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail92,467 miles (+1,819)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,467 miles
    Test number
    107138676014
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass90,648 miles (+3,154)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    90,648 miles
    Test number
    797603870261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass87,494 miles (+3,105)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    87,494 miles
    Test number
    481027403551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass84,389 miles (+2,221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    84,389 miles
    Test number
    163295739403
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass82,168 miles (+7,954)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    82,168 miles
    Test number
    917117746250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass74,214 miles (+10,007)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    74,214 miles
    Test number
    661780611172
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass64,207 miles (+15,714)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    64,207 miles
    Test number
    326980095242
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre is cracking on outer wall

  13. Pass48,493 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    48,493 miles
    Test number
    406137287297
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail48,486 miles (+5,607)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,486 miles
    Test number
    776475584706
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass42,879 miles (+10,126)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    42,879 miles
    Test number
    165690892820
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light slightly damaged

  16. Pass32,753 miles (+8,095)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    32,753 miles
    Test number
    218514924398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,658 miles (+6,015)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    24,658 miles
    Test number
    596547513375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,643 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    18,643 miles
    Test number
    266837502311
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about T5 XLJ

Does T5 XLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 XLJ is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 XLJ?
The MOT on T5 XLJ is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 XLJ done?
T5 XLJ was recorded at 94,153 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 5,640 miles a year.
Has T5 XLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 XLJ has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T5 XLJ 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 XLJ find?
T5 XLJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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