R5PKY - VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 15 days ago
The Volkswagen Transporter, often referred to simply as the VW Transporter, is a versatile and enduring commercial vehicle renowned for its reliability and practicality. Manufactured by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, a division of the German automaker Volkswagen AG, it has been a staple in both commercial and leisure sectors since its inception. Introduced in 1950, the Transporter has evolved through multiple generations, each enhancing its performance, comfort, and efficiency. Known for its distinctive boxy design and robust build, the model offers a range of configurations, including panel vans, kombis, and camper variants. Core features typically include efficient engines, spacious interiors, and advanced safety options, making it a popular choice for businesses and adventurers alike. Its reputation for durability and adaptability cements its status as a true icon in the light commercial vehicle market.
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 26 MOT tests
The vehicle is a white 2004 Volkswagen Transporter with registration R5PKY, first registered in March 2004. It has a 1896cc diesel engine and CO2 emissions are not specified. The current MOT is valid until 19 September 2025, with the latest test conducted on 20 September 2024. The vehicle has recorded a mileage of 150,280 miles. It is currently taxed. The MOT included several advisories: minor damage to the front seat belt webbing, slight play in the front anti-roll bar ball joint, light oil misting on the rear shock absorbers, and minor deterioration of the steering rack gaiters. Brake pipes show corrosion, and rear tyres are slightly damaged. Brake discs are worn but not seriously weakened. No major mechanical issues are reported.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
26
Passed Tests
17
Failed Tests
9
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 20 September 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 150,280 mi
Expires: 19 September 2025
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- Minor Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Failed - 27 August 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 150,261 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
- Major Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
- Major Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Major Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- Minor Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Passed - 26 May 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 148,965 mi
Expires: 08 June 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Failed - 25 May 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 148,965 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Major Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- Major Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play inner rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- Major Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- Major Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed - 09 June 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 144,534 mi
Expires: 08 June 2022
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front brake pad warning lead broken
Failed - 01 June 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 144,524 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front brake pad warning lead broken
Passed - 08 June 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 141,253 mi
Expires: 07 June 2021
Failed - 01 June 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 141,253 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened strut top bearing (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Major Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Major Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened top mounting bearing (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Passed - 13 April 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 133,226 mi
Expires: 01 June 2020
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Failed - 13 April 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 133,226 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- Major Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- Advisory Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Passed - 10 April 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 125,944 mi
Expires: 13 April 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory alternator belt noisy due to tensioner
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Failed - 06 April 2018 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 125,944 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush forward (2.4.G.2)
- Dangerous Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory alternator belt noisy due to tensioner
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 28 March 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 118,084 mi
Expires: 13 April 2018
Passed - 13 April 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 109,450 mi
Expires: 13 April 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory both rear tyres getting low
Failed - 05 April 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 109,286 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Major Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Major Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory both rear tyres getting low
Passed - 21 March 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 102,638 mi
Expires: 13 April 2016
Passed - 29 March 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 95,639 mi
Expires: 13 April 2015
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 05 April 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 87,430 mi
Expires: 13 April 2014
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Failed - 23 March 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 87,430 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle (2.3.2)
- Major Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Major Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Major Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Passed - 11 April 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 97,160 mi
Expires: 13 April 2013
Passed - 04 April 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 70,556 mi
Expires: 13 April 2012
Passed - 10 April 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 62,662 mi
Expires: 13 April 2011
Passed - 20 March 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 54,699 mi
Expires: 13 April 2010
Passed - 14 April 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 49,344 mi
Expires: 13 April 2009
Passed - 16 February 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 43,292 mi
Expires: 15 February 2008
Failed - 16 February 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 43,292 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for R5PKY?
The MOT expires on 19 September 2025.
What is the tax status of R5PKY?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 September 2025.
What are the specifications of R5PKY?
This is a 2004 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER in White. It runs on Diesel with a 1896cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of R5PKY?
This vehicle produces 0 g/km of CO2 emissions.