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Volkswagen Transporter

Orange · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

T5 YAFMOT history

T5 YAF is an orange diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 18 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 185,535 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
185,535 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,115 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 YAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
18 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 YAF was last recorded at 185,535 miles on 22 May 2026, 34 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,501 miles · 18 May 2026
Between the last two tests
34 miles
Average per year
9,115 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 185,535 miles
  • 2024 – 178,004 miles
  • 2023 – 172,137 miles
  • 2022 – 165,335 miles
  • 2021 – 161,033 miles
  • 2019 – 152,488 miles
  • 2018 – 144,903 miles
  • 2017 – 136,493 miles
  • 2016 – 128,550 miles
  • 2015 – 118,738 miles
  • 2014 – 106,365 miles
  • 2013 – 85,739 miles
  • 2012 – 64,890 miles
  • 2011 – 48,876 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,535 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just metRecorded 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 Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Inner wheel repaired /welded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive serious leak /almost fail /dripping / level on dipstick low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Fuel cap sealing device deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,535 miles (+34)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    185,535 miles
    Test number
    575679238804
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met

  2. Fail185,501 miles (+7,497)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,501 miles
    Test number
    192476108644
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel has a welding defect Cracked where previously welded (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met

  3. Pass178,004 miles (+289)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    178,004 miles
    Test number
    306529234969
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner wheel repaired /welded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive serious leak /almost fail /dripping / level on dipstick low (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing device deteriorated
    • AdvisoryPower steering leak /rack
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted

  4. Fail177,715 miles (+5,578)2 dangerous2 major2 repaired1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,715 miles
    Test number
    518626967507
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high adjusted at test (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high adjusted at test (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner wheel repaired /welded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive serious leak /almost fail /dripping / level on dipstick low (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing device deteriorated
    • AdvisoryPower steering leak /rack
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted

  5. Pass172,137 miles (+6,802)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    172,137 miles
    Test number
    109917735569
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn unevenly on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn unevenly on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass165,335 miles (+41)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    165,335 miles
    Test number
    474278412715
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Fail165,294 miles (+4,261)2 dangerous7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,294 miles
    Test number
    880565575786
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 275/35/20 102W (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 275/35/20 102W (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn Bearing rough (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement Handbrake lever stuck forward (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn Bearing rough (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limit 3mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limit and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight leak on nearside of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass161,033 miles (+74)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    161,033 miles
    Test number
    857439429564
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view HEAVILY CRACKED (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML LIGHT ON
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement LOWER ARM REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySIGNS OF COOLANT LEAK IN ENGINE BAY

  9. Fail160,959 miles (+8,471)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,959 miles
    Test number
    167256251234
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn LOWER ARM REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view HEAVILY CRACKED (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML LIGHT ON
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement LOWER ARM REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySIGNS OF COOLANT LEAK IN ENGINE BAY

  10. Pass152,488 miles (+7,585)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    152,488 miles
    Test number
    364096209171
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass144,903 miles (+8,410)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    144,903 miles
    Test number
    838636987121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass136,493 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    136,493 miles
    Test number
    789662128737
    • AdvisoryO s rear wheel repaired by welding

  13. Fail136,487 miles (+7,937)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,487 miles
    Test number
    294044534825
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryO s rear wheel repaired by welding

  14. Pass128,550 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    128,550 miles
    Test number
    453942578690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail128,460 miles (+9,722)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,460 miles
    Test number
    481610621124
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass118,738 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    118,738 miles
    Test number
    649089765121
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail118,736 miles (+12,371)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,736 miles
    Test number
    935737365190
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass106,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    106,365 miles
    Test number
    827154574102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail106,365 miles (+20,626)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,365 miles
    Test number
    676404074132
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass85,739 miles (+20,849)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    85,739 miles
    Test number
    538718973180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass64,890 miles (+16,014)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    64,890 miles
    Test number
    199487262145
    • NoteAdvise screw in n/s/r tyre

  22. Pass48,876 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    48,876 miles
    Test number
    216065841429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 YAF

Does T5 YAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 YAF is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 YAF?
The MOT on T5 YAF is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 YAF done?
T5 YAF was recorded at 185,535 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 9,115 miles a year.
Has T5 YAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 YAF has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 YAF 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 YAF find?
T5 YAF passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive front of engine; parking brake efficiency only just met.

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