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Volkswagen Crafter

White · Diesel · 2008 · 2,461 cc

VS 5MOT history

VS 5 is a white diesel Volkswagen Crafter first used on 16 Oct 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 150,908 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
150,908 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,811 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
VS 5
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Crafter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
16 Oct 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

VS 5 was last recorded at 150,908 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 21,738 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,170 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
21,738 miles
Average per year
7,811 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,908 miles
  • 2025 – 129,170 miles
  • 2024 – 116,098 miles
  • 2023 – 106,219 miles
  • 2022 – 95,845 miles
  • 2021 – 87,644 miles
  • 2019 – 82,457 miles
  • 2018 – 78,817 miles
  • 2017 – 73,549 miles
  • 2016 – 66,861 miles
  • 2015 – 60,504 miles
  • 2013 – 51,888 miles
  • 2012 – 44,968 miles
  • 2011 – 38,630 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,908 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside 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 (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 6 Dec 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,908 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    150,908 miles
    Test number
    206243547366
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside 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 (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail150,908 miles (+21,738)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,908 miles
    Test number
    406367860037
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside 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 (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass129,170 miles (+13,072)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    129,170 miles
    Test number
    536477879116
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass116,098 miles (+9,879)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    116,098 miles
    Test number
    144757812753
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight leak rear diff

  5. Pass106,219 miles (+10,374)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    106,219 miles
    Test number
    468877090229
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured BOTH (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight leak on rear diff

  6. Pass95,845 miles (+8,201)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    95,845 miles
    Test number
    982636848967
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass87,644 miles (+5,187)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    87,644 miles
    Test number
    776049944657
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass82,457 miles (+3,640)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    82,457 miles
    Test number
    376194513441
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass78,817 miles (+5,268)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    78,817 miles
    Test number
    986588860969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass73,549 miles (+802)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    73,549 miles
    Test number
    237837708155
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  11. Pass72,747 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    72,747 miles
    Test number
    802275665764
    • AdvisoryNo emissions pick up clear

  12. Fail72,747 miles (+5,886)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,747 miles
    Test number
    613833793601
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNo emissions pick up clear

  13. Pass66,861 miles (+6,357)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    66,861 miles
    Test number
    987106717466
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass60,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    60,504 miles
    Test number
    596315235034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail60,504 miles (+8,616)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,504 miles
    Test number
    348244835030
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail51,888 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,888 miles
    Test number
    407378083235
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass51,888 miles (+6,920)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    51,888 miles
    Test number
    747168683220
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass44,968 miles (+6,338)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    44,968 miles
    Test number
    456628872266
    • NotePassed diesel emission but no print out due to low smoke leval

  19. Fail38,630 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,630 miles
    Test number
    535800641369
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront exhaust clamp loose but exhaust not blowing

  20. Pass38,630 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    38,630 miles
    Test number
    757620541366
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront exhaust clamp loose but exhaust not blowing

Questions about VS 5

What vehicle is registration VS 5 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show VS 5 on a white diesel Volkswagen Crafter first used on 16 Oct 2008. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does VS 5 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on VS 5 is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on VS 5?
The MOT on VS 5 is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has VS 5 done?
VS 5 was recorded at 150,908 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 7,811 miles a year.
Has VS 5 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VS 5 has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on VS 5 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 VS 5 find?
VS 5 passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 2 more.

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