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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,460 cc

T5 YKLMOT history

T5 YKL is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 26 Nov 2026 and it has passed 13 of 24 MOT tests, with 307,530 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Nov 2026
Mileage
307,530 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
13 passed · 11 failed
Per year
12,123 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 YKL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 YKL was last recorded at 307,530 miles on 22 Nov 2025, 27,996 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
279,534 miles · 27 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
27,996 miles
Average per year
12,123 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 307,530 miles
  • 2024 – 279,534 miles
  • 2021 – 222,639 miles
  • 2020 – 209,735 miles
  • 2019 – 191,404 miles
  • 2018 – 176,157 miles
  • 2017 – 162,386 miles
  • 2016 – 145,012 miles
  • 2015 – 129,678 miles
  • 2013 – 159,306 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass307,530 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor7 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pin holed

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) tie rod

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 31 Aug 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass307,530 miles (+27,996)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    307,530 miles
    Test number
    511953755197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass279,534 miles (+106)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    279,534 miles
    Test number
    766753392622
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pin holed (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) tie rod
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust silencers deteriorated

  3. Fail279,428 miles (+12)3 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    279,428 miles
    Test number
    744327777783
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • 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 Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pin holed (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) tie rod
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust silencers deteriorated

  4. Fail279,416 miles9 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    279,416 miles
    Test number
    492521289615
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pin holed (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) tie rod
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust silencers deteriorating

  5. Pass252,305 km (+13)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    252,305 km
    Test number
    139250662071
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (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 (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases around turbo/manifold area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail252,292 km (+13,866)1 major4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    252,292 km
    Test number
    202606168807
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (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 (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases around turbo/manifold area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass238,426 km2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    238,426 km
    Test number
    353405791579
    • MinorNearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail238,426 km7 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,426 km
    Test number
    839648321655
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass222,639 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    222,639 miles
    Test number
    514799073021
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Fail222,639 miles (+12,904)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,639 miles
    Test number
    394909053954
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass209,735 miles (+18,331)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    209,735 miles
    Test number
    965377086821
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass191,404 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    191,404 miles
    Test number
    969774002893
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Fail191,404 miles (+15,247)2 repaired1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,404 miles
    Test number
    635204946410
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Pass176,157 miles (+13,771)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    176,157 miles
    Test number
    265917859279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Pass162,386 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    162,386 miles
    Test number
    649824496606
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (rear) (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (rear) (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail162,386 miles (+17,374)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,386 miles
    Test number
    828148102424
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (rear) (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (rear) (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass145,012 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    145,012 miles
    Test number
    751773909871
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  18. Fail145,012 miles (+15,334)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,012 miles
    Test number
    269033200726
    • FailureDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  19. Pass129,678 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    129,678 miles
    Test number
    945065705117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail129,677 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,677 miles
    Test number
    766295205192
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureStop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail164,734 km1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,734 km
    Test number
    645199504001
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass164,734 km
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    164,734 km
    Test number
    728969404047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass159,306 miles (+6)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    159,306 miles
    Test number
    759165443213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear discs worn

  24. Fail159,300 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,300 miles
    Test number
    577673043279
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear discs worn

Questions about T5 YKL

Does T5 YKL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 YKL is valid until 26 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T5 YKL?
The MOT on T5 YKL is valid until 26 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 YKL done?
T5 YKL was recorded at 307,530 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2025, an average of 12,123 miles a year.
Has T5 YKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 YKL has failed 11 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T5 YKL 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 YKL find?
T5 YKL passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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