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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,461 cc

W5 BJBMOT history

W5 BJB is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 May 2000. Its MOT expired on 24 Nov 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 128,762 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

W5 BJB blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 Nov 2025
Mileage
128,762 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,825 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W5 BJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
17 May 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

W5 BJB was last recorded at 128,762 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 6,863 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,899 miles · 25 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,863 miles
Average per year
4,825 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,762 miles
  • 2024 – 121,899 miles
  • 2023 – 115,306 miles
  • 2022 – 106,904 miles
  • 2021 – 98,512 miles
  • 2020 – 91,484 miles
  • 2018 – 87,072 miles
  • 2017 – 85,096 miles
  • 2016 – 82,053 miles
  • 2015 – 81,482 miles
  • 2014 – 80,994 miles
  • 2013 – 73,379 miles
  • 2012 – 67,827 miles
  • 2011 – 61,610 miles
  • 2010 – 56,270 miles
  • 2009 – 49,931 miles
  • 2008 – 42,738 miles
  • 2007 – 37,878 miles
  • 2006 – 32,746 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail128,762 miles
  • DangerousOffside steering rack leaking
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Power steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
  • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective silencer (6.1.2 (a))

What MOT failures 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 Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail128,762 miles (+6,863)1 dangerous12 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,762 miles
    Test number
    933552058460
    • DangerousOffside steering rack leaking
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Power steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Pass121,899 miles (+38)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    121,899 miles
    Test number
    159919738446
    • MinorNearside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail121,861 miles (+6,555)2 dangerous9 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,861 miles
    Test number
    194799144851
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Other passenger door catch insecure side door (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror insecure glass (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass115,306 miles (+8,402)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    115,306 miles
    Test number
    460606779557
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass106,904 miles (+8,392)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    106,904 miles
    Test number
    100167322853
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass98,512 miles (+7,028)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    98,512 miles
    Test number
    303592177939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass91,484 miles (+17)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    91,484 miles
    Test number
    564288863486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  8. Fail91,467 miles (+4,395)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,467 miles
    Test number
    910132776172
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  9. Pass87,072 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    87,072 miles
    Test number
    883310962512
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront nearside cv gaiter in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryFront suspension joint gaiters deteriorated.
  10. Fail87,072 miles (+1,976)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,072 miles
    Test number
    838226171646
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront nearside cv gaiter in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryFront suspension joint gaiters deteriorated.
  11. Pass85,096 miles (+3,043)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    85,096 miles
    Test number
    748454490403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass82,053 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    82,053 miles
    Test number
    473921537900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail82,018 miles (+536)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,018 miles
    Test number
    404718901259
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  14. Pass81,482 miles (+488)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    81,482 miles
    Test number
    143741595830
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Pass80,994 miles (+7,615)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    80,994 miles
    Test number
    439379114441
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
  16. Pass73,379 miles (+5,552)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    73,379 miles
    Test number
    608641233182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  17. Pass67,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    67,827 miles
    Test number
    996668642039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail67,827 miles (+6,217)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,827 miles
    Test number
    118211242457
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  19. Pass61,610 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    61,610 miles
    Test number
    575635741096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play both trackrods to steering rack. Felt at road wheels
    • NoteSome blue exhaust smoke emitted at idle (possibly burning some oil)
  20. Fail61,610 miles (+5,340)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,610 miles
    Test number
    565655641076
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play both trackrods to steering rack. Felt at road wheels
    • NoteSome blue exhaust smoke emitted at idle (possibly burning some oil)
  21. Pass56,270 miles (+6,339)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    56,270 miles
    Test number
    294196340011
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear registration plate becoming delaminated and dirty
  22. Pass49,931 miles (+7,193)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    49,931 miles
    Test number
    232962759030
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear registration plate starting to delaminate
  23. Pass42,738 miles (+4,860)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    42,738 miles
    Test number
    562273158032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass37,878 miles (+5,132)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    37,878 miles
    Test number
    814267457015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass32,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    32,746 miles
    Test number
    552420806147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W5 BJB

Does W5 BJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W5 BJB expired on 24 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W5 BJB?
The MOT on W5 BJB expired on 24 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W5 BJB done?
W5 BJB was recorded at 128,762 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 4,825 miles a year.
Has W5 BJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W5 BJB has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on W5 BJB 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 W5 BJB find?
W5 BJB failed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 12 major defects and 4 advisories: offside steering rack leaking; battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush, and 14 more.

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