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Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

T5 YELMOT history

T5 YEL is a yellow diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 19 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 202,377 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
202,377 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,244 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 YEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
19 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 YEL was last recorded at 202,377 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 3,072 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
199,305 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,072 miles
Average per year
7,244 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 202,377 miles
  • 2025 – 199,305 miles
  • 2022 – 199,250 miles
  • 2020 – 199,151 miles
  • 2019 – 198,968 miles
  • 2018 – 198,548 miles
  • 2017 – 192,592 miles
  • 2016 – 179,573 miles
  • 2015 – 168,843 miles
  • 2014 – 151,898 miles
  • 2013 – 135,401 miles
  • 2012 – 124,945 miles
  • 2011 – 117,730 miles
  • 2010 – 115,227 miles
  • 2008 – 109,477 miles
  • 2007 – 63,409 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass202,377 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous5 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass202,377 miles (+3,072)4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    202,377 miles
    Test number
    823994559390
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass199,305 miles5 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    199,305 miles
    Test number
    525005290284
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside 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 Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded and in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer side wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail199,305 miles (+55)2 major5 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,305 miles
    Test number
    894078793591
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside 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 Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded and in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer side wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass199,250 miles (+1)2 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    199,250 miles
    Test number
    395678946944
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system showing signs of corrosion

  5. Fail199,249 miles (+98)1 dangerous1 major2 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,249 miles
    Test number
    527630712188
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system showing signs of corrosion

  6. Pass199,151 miles (+183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    199,151 miles
    Test number
    887380011686
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lens starting to deteriorate

  7. Pass198,968 miles (+2)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    198,968 miles
    Test number
    961107539197
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail198,966 miles (+418)2 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,966 miles
    Test number
    615697184092
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySide skirt rear support bar corroded

  9. Pass198,548 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    198,548 miles
    Test number
    167238687916
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (1.7.5a)

  10. Fail198,544 miles (+5,952)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,544 miles
    Test number
    641825155278
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureAnti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Both front (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass192,592 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    192,592 miles
    Test number
    688145925585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail192,536 miles (+12,963)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,536 miles
    Test number
    825787151321
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle fouling inner arch on full lock (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass179,573 miles (+10,730)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    179,573 miles
    Test number
    675456092194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass168,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    168,843 miles
    Test number
    826819145071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail168,843 miles (+16,945)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,843 miles
    Test number
    678329645019
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass151,898 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    151,898 miles
    Test number
    425597034098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail151,896 miles (+16,495)1 dangerous5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,896 miles
    Test number
    585364534034
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside and nearside front tyres very close to fouling inner wheel arches

  18. Pass135,401 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    135,401 miles
    Test number
    627022943001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail135,394 miles (+10,449)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,394 miles
    Test number
    555248933046
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass124,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    124,945 miles
    Test number
    297772932020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail124,945 miles (+7,215)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,945 miles
    Test number
    227620232026
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass117,730 miles (+2,503)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    117,730 miles
    Test number
    506154031065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass115,227 miles (+5,750)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    115,227 miles
    Test number
    224673610050
    • NoteBattery insecure

  24. Pass109,477 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    109,477 miles
    Test number
    501134368359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail109,469 miles (+22,060)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,469 miles
    Test number
    123969858351
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass87,409 miles (+24,000)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    87,409 miles
    Test number
    983491818029
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  27. Pass63,409 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    63,409 miles
    Test number
    660667417047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about T5 YEL

Does T5 YEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 YEL is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 YEL?
The MOT on T5 YEL is valid until 25 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 YEL done?
T5 YEL was recorded at 202,377 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 7,244 miles a year.
Has T5 YEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 YEL has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T5 YEL 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 YEL find?
T5 YEL passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 4 minor defects and 7 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 8 more.

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