T5FRC - VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 17 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 a rich history dating back to its initial release in the mid-20th century. Introduced in 1950, the Transporter has evolved through multiple generations, maintaining its reputation as a dependable workhorse. Key features include a range of engine options, spacious interiors, and adaptable configurations suitable for both commercial and leisure use. Its robust build quality and innovative design have made it a favourite among businesses and individuals alike, cementing its status as an iconic model in the light commercial vehicle segment.
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 22 MOT tests
This Volkswagen Transporter, registration T5FRC, is a 2006 model first registered in March 2006. It has a blue exterior and is equipped with a 2,460cc diesel engine. The vehicle's CO2 emissions are recorded as zero. It is currently taxed and has a valid MOT until 30 March 2026, with the latest test conducted on 31 March 2025. The recorded mileage is 94,862 miles. The MOT included an advisory regarding thinning rear brake pads, but no urgent issues were noted. Overall, the vehicle is in roadworthy condition with no significant mechanical concerns reported.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
22
Passed Tests
17
Failed Tests
5
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 31 March 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 94,862 mi
Expires: 30 March 2026
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Passed - 19 April 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 93,395 mi
Expires: 05 May 2025
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all braided hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Advisory Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Passed - 25 April 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 92,277 mi
Expires: 05 May 2024
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from hose forward (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory under trays fitted obscuring components
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
Passed - 06 May 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 91,038 mi
Expires: 05 May 2023
Passed - 27 April 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 87,549 mi
Expires: 26 April 2022
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory undertrays fitted
Failed - 27 April 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 87,549 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory undertrays fitted
Passed - 12 March 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 86,060 mi
Expires: 23 March 2021
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory undertrays fitted
Failed - 07 March 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,430 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
- Major Dipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (b))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory undertrays fitted
- Advisory Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Spare tyre defective
- Advisory Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
Passed - 07 March 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,430 mi
Expires: 23 March 2020
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory undertrays fitted
- Advisory Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
Passed - 21 March 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 77,886 mi
Expires: 23 March 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear tyre cut in sidewall and perished
- Advisory Nearside Rear perished slightly
- Advisory Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
Failed - 20 March 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 77,885 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush bush (2.7.4)
- Major Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush bush (2.7.4)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear tyre cut in sidewall and perished
- Advisory Nearside Rear perished slightly
- Advisory Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
Passed - 10 March 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 73,743 mi
Expires: 23 March 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
- Advisory Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
- Advisory Central Front Under bonnet covers fitted obscuring components
- Advisory Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Advisory Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Advisory Under vehicle covers trays fitted obscuring components
- Advisory Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Advisory Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Advisory Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Inner / Outer (3.6.B.4e)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Inner / Outer (3.6.B.4e)
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- Advisory Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Passed - 23 March 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 69,767 mi
Expires: 23 March 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Both offside tyres slightly perished
- Advisory Cut in outer sidewall of offside rear tyre - not to cords
- Advisory Front/rear brake discs slightly poor/corroded
Passed - 12 March 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 66,610 mi
Expires: 23 March 2016
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
- Advisory Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
Passed - 22 March 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 61,949 mi
Expires: 23 March 2015
Passed - 21 March 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 58,198 mi
Expires: 23 March 2014
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 23 March 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 53,989 mi
Expires: 23 March 2013
Failed - 22 March 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 53,946 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
- Major Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 21 March 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 48,175 mi
Expires: 23 March 2012
Passed - 08 March 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 42,902 mi
Expires: 23 March 2011
Passed - 12 March 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 37,906 mi
Expires: 23 March 2010
Failed - 12 March 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 37,906 mi
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for T5FRC?
The MOT expires on 30 March 2026.
What is the tax status of T5FRC?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 April 2026.
What are the specifications of T5FRC?
This is a 2006 VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER in Blue. It runs on Diesel with a 2460cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of T5FRC?
This vehicle produces 0 g/km of CO2 emissions.