Volkswagen Transporter
White · Diesel · 2004 · 2,460 cc
T500 ARJMOT history
T500 ARJ is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 23 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 243,754 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 25 Feb 2027
- Mileage
- 243,754 mi
- At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
- MOT tests
- 24
- 17 passed · 7 failed
- Per year
- 9,367 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T500 ARJ
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Transporter
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,460 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2004
- First used
- 23 Nov 2004
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 26 Feb 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T500 ARJ was last recorded at 243,754 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 3,302 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2024.
Mileage went down between tests
- 24 Nov 2009: 118,578 miles, lower than 150,929 miles on 20 Nov 2008.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 240,452 miles · 13 Jun 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 3,302 miles
- Average per year
- 9,367 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 243,754 miles
- 2024 – 240,452 miles
- 2023 – 225,196 miles
- 2022 – 221,832 miles
- 2020 – 219,743 miles
- 2019 – 212,508 miles
- 2018 – 205,728 miles
- 2016 – 192,767 miles
- 2015 – 186,716 miles
- 2014 – 183,076 miles
- 2013 – 180,169 miles
- 2012 – 177,776 miles
- 2011 – 166,381 miles
- 2010 – 142,962 miles
- 2009 – 118,578 miles
- 2008 – 150,929 miles
- 2007 – 72,825 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass243,754 miles
No defects or advisories were recorded.
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023
Front Gearbox mounting defective
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Full MOT history
24 tests since 28 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass243,754 miles (+3,302)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2027
- Odometer
- 243,754 miles
- Test number
- 402134292269
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass240,452 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2025
- Odometer
- 240,452 miles
- Test number
- 228889960659
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail240,452 miles (+15,256)1 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 240,452 miles
- Test number
- 311794514250
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass225,196 miles (+3,364)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jun 2024
- Odometer
- 225,196 miles
- Test number
- 211703329550
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass221,832 miles (+2,089)1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Mar 2023
- Odometer
- 221,832 miles
- Test number
- 695126647943
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Pass219,743 miles (+10)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 219,743 miles
- Test number
- 371343219672
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Gearbox mounting defective
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail219,733 miles (+7,225)4 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 219,733 miles
- Test number
- 332133145546
- MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Power steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play inner steering rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Gearbox mounting defective
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass212,508 miles1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 212,508 miles
- Test number
- 125780754582
- 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))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail212,508 miles (+6,780)1 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 212,508 miles
- Test number
- 342919225041
- MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
- 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))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass205,728 miles1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Oct 2019
- Odometer
- 205,728 miles
- Test number
- 709010155659
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front undertary broken but not likely to fall off
- AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
Fail205,728 miles (+12,961)2 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 205,728 miles
- Test number
- 464083999479
- MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front undertary broken but not likely to fall off
- AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
Pass192,767 miles (+69)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 192,767 miles
- Test number
- 560406896123
- AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryBoth front tyres are worn on there edges
- AdvisoryBoth rear tyre valves are perished
- AdvisoryNearside rear tyre is cracking and perished
Fail192,698 miles (+5,982)7 failures7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 192,698 miles
- Test number
- 184941810583
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryBoth front tyres are worn on there edges
- AdvisoryBoth rear tyre valves are perished
- AdvisoryNearside rear tyre is cracking and perished
Pass186,716 miles (+3,640)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Oct 2016
- Odometer
- 186,716 miles
- Test number
- 241335750343
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass183,076 miles2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 20 Oct 2015
- Odometer
- 183,076 miles
- Test number
- 569761684275
- NoteBrake pipes getting rusty
- NoteGearbox mounting worn badly
Fail183,076 miles (+2,907)1 repaired2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 183,076 miles
- Test number
- 979331184216
- Repaired at testFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- NoteBrake pipes getting rusty
- NoteGearbox mounting worn badly
Pass180,169 miles (+2,393)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Oct 2014
- Odometer
- 180,169 miles
- Test number
- 319274893215
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail177,776 miles2 repaired2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 177,776 miles
- Test number
- 209117112303
- Repaired at testFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- NoteAll brake discs worn and rusty
- NoteExhaust rusty and weak
Pass177,776 miles (+11,395)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2013
- Odometer
- 177,776 miles
- Test number
- 757837312397
- NoteAll brake discs worn and rusty
- NoteExhaust rusty and weak
Pass166,381 miles (+23,419)1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 166,381 miles
- Test number
- 967298721304
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- NoteN/s/f macphearson strut top bearing slightly stiff in opperation.
- NoteVehicle under trays fitted.
Pass142,962 miles (+24,384)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2011
- Odometer
- 142,962 miles
- Test number
- 511870730389
- AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteN/s & o/s front macphearson strut top bearings slightly stiff in operation.
Pass118,578 miles (-32,351)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2010
- Odometer
- 118,578 miles
- Test number
- 254368929396
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass150,929 miles (+78,104)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 150,929 miles
- Test number
- 434995828488
- NoteGenral age cracking to suspension rubbers
- NoteStone chips in windscreen
Pass72,825 miles
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2008
- Odometer
- 72,825 miles
- Test number
- 423672437352
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T500 ARJ
- Does T500 ARJ currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 ARJ is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T500 ARJ?
- The MOT on T500 ARJ is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T500 ARJ done?
- T500 ARJ was recorded at 243,754 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 9,367 miles a year.
- Has T500 ARJ ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T500 ARJ has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2024.
- Has the mileage on T500 ARJ ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Nov 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on T500 ARJ find?
- T500 ARJ passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.
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