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T5 VYJ

2004 Volkswagen Unknown

White Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

276,146 mi
Last recorded276,146 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Unknown148,388 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT5 VYJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 276,146 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2026 276,132 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 275,000 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced JACKING POINT/INNER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive INNER WING STRUT TOP (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn STRUT TOP MOUNT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced TRAILING ARM MOUNTS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive INNER WING STRUT TOP (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced TRAILING ARM MOUNTS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2025 274,990 miles

Central Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced CROSSMEMBER ABOVE SPARE WHEEL CORRODED & HOLED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced JACKING POINT/INNER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive INNER WING STRUT TOP (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn STRUT TOP MOUNT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced TRAILING ARM MOUNTS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER SILL/JACKING POINT (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive INNER WING STRUT TOP (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced TRAILING ARM MOUNTS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 274,121 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SETS OF REAR PADS (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 272,712 miles

PARKING BRAKE REQUIRES ADJUSTMENT

Pass 4 Feb 2022 271,249 miles

Offside Rear HANDBRAKE LAGGING

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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T5 VYJ is a 2004 Volkswagen Unknown in White with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 148,388 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T5 VYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 22 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was T5 VYJ registered?

T5 VYJ is a 2004 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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