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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

T5 XNJMOT history

T5 XNJ is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 20 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 91,515 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
91,515 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,226 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 XNJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
20 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 XNJ was last recorded at 91,515 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 5,454 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,061 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,454 miles
Average per year
5,226 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,515 miles
  • 2025 – 86,061 miles
  • 2024 – 81,221 miles
  • 2023 – 78,006 miles
  • 2022 – 75,132 miles
  • 2021 – 73,285 miles
  • 2020 – 67,253 miles
  • 2019 – 63,698 miles
  • 2018 – 53,179 miles
  • 2017 – 53,142 miles
  • 2016 – 48,226 miles
  • 2015 – 33,925 miles
  • 2014 – 28,336 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,515 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryEngine and underbody trims fitted
  • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone, rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryHandbrake lever travel
  • AdvisoryIntercooler split and blowing
  • AdvisoryNearside Front underbody trim damaged
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sill/Sliding Door/Arch damaged and rusty

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.

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Lower covers fitted

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2025

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Centre and rear exhaust silencers corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 7 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,515 miles (+5,454)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    91,515 miles
    Test number
    472602542367
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine and underbody trims fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone, rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever travel
    • AdvisoryIntercooler split and blowing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front underbody trim damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sill/Sliding Door/Arch damaged and rusty
  2. Pass86,061 miles (+4,840)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    86,061 miles
    Test number
    882837093891
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryLower covers fitted
  3. Pass81,221 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    81,221 miles
    Test number
    947470673739
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust silencers corroded
    • AdvisoryLower engine and body covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail81,221 miles (+3,215)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,221 miles
    Test number
    730044977449
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust silencers corroded
    • AdvisoryLower engine and body covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass78,006 miles (+2,874)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    78,006 miles
    Test number
    839674640274
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust silencers corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pads very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Fog lamps not working
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryLower covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  6. Pass75,132 miles (+13)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    75,132 miles
    Test number
    904197695679
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryLower covers fitted and damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Mirror cover damaged and loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail75,119 miles (+1,834)2 major2 repaired1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,119 miles
    Test number
    204452151262
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryLower covers fitted and damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Mirror cover damaged and loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass73,285 miles (+96)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    73,285 miles
    Test number
    794901396154
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryLower covers fitted
  9. Fail73,189 miles (+5,936)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,189 miles
    Test number
    977115211655
    • MajorPosition lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (4.2.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryLower covers fitted
  10. Pass67,253 miles (+3,555)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    67,253 miles
    Test number
    593447066738
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryLower covers fitted
  11. Pass63,698 miles (+10,519)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    63,698 miles
    Test number
    718320075188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,179 miles (+37)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    53,179 miles
    Test number
    786223442590
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Fail53,142 miles (+4,916)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,142 miles
    Test number
    576092643785
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass48,226 miles (+14,301)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    48,226 miles
    Test number
    844285304075
    • AdvisoryLower covers fitted
  15. Pass33,925 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    33,925 miles
    Test number
    641124459891
    • AdvisoryLeft/right rear tyre sidewalls worn
    • AdvisoryLower covers fitted to underside of vehicle
  16. Fail33,925 miles (+5,589)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,925 miles
    Test number
    536187112907
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryLeft/right rear tyre sidewalls worn
    • AdvisoryLower covers fitted to underside of vehicle
  17. Pass28,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    28,336 miles
    Test number
    557979314299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 XNJ

Does T5 XNJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 XNJ is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 XNJ?
The MOT on T5 XNJ is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 XNJ done?
T5 XNJ was recorded at 91,515 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 5,226 miles a year.
Has T5 XNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 XNJ has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T5 XNJ 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 XNJ find?
T5 XNJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; engine and underbody trims fitted; exhaust system rusty, and 5 more.

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