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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 2008 · 2,460 cc

T500 BLHMOT history

T500 BLH is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 18 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 231,627 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
231,627 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,703 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 BLH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
18 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 BLH was last recorded at 231,627 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 4,916 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
226,711 miles · 26 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,916 miles
Average per year
9,703 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 231,627 miles
  • 2025 – 226,711 miles
  • 2024 – 222,373 miles
  • 2023 – 217,894 miles
  • 2022 – 213,999 miles
  • 2021 – 212,216 miles
  • 2020 – 211,183 miles
  • 2019 – 208,727 miles
  • 2018 – 205,016 miles
  • 2017 – 201,634 miles
  • 2016 – 198,272 miles
  • 2015 – 195,234 miles
  • 2014 – 179,212 miles
  • 2013 – 155,722 miles
  • 2012 – 124,649 miles
  • 2011 – 85,989 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass231,627 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories 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.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Engine bay cover(s) fitted preventing examination of some componants

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside rear position lamp brighter than the offside rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear tyre has a nail in the tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 23 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass231,627 miles (+4,916)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    231,627 miles
    Test number
    300829864020
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass226,711 miles (+4,338)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    226,711 miles
    Test number
    293399368769
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive slight on undertray (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass222,373 miles (+4,479)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    222,373 miles
    Test number
    622980641381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass217,894 miles (+3,895)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    217,894 miles
    Test number
    484385106977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass213,999 miles (+1,783)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    213,999 miles
    Test number
    166864903423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass212,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    212,216 miles
    Test number
    475406409397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail212,213 miles (+1,030)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,213 miles
    Test number
    828989036953
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass211,183 miles (+2,456)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    211,183 miles
    Test number
    727337845035
    • MinorNearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass208,727 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    208,727 miles
    Test number
    160094782432
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Fail208,727 miles (+3,711)2 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,727 miles
    Test number
    265171065634
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass205,016 miles (+29)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    205,016 miles
    Test number
    465409191942
    • AdvisoryEngine bay cover(s) fitted preventing examination of some componants
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear position lamp brighter than the offside rear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has a nail in the tread
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted preventing examination of some componants

  12. Fail204,987 miles (+3,353)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,987 miles
    Test number
    333542562166
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay cover(s) fitted preventing examination of some componants
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear position lamp brighter than the offside rear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has a nail in the tread
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted preventing examination of some componants

  13. Pass201,634 miles (+3,362)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    201,634 miles
    Test number
    479744229349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass198,272 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    198,272 miles
    Test number
    161984487770
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose slightly twisied
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tyre

  15. Fail198,272 miles (+3,038)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,272 miles
    Test number
    959542486587
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose slightly twisied
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tyre

  16. Pass195,234 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    195,234 miles
    Test number
    519019285015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail195,234 miles (+16,022)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,234 miles
    Test number
    545119085026
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass179,212 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    179,212 miles
    Test number
    655476554072
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail179,212 miles (+23,490)1 dangerous3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,212 miles
    Test number
    797656654010
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass155,722 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    155,722 miles
    Test number
    139143153468
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  21. Fail155,722 miles (+31,073)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,722 miles
    Test number
    198213053013
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  22. Pass124,649 miles (+38,660)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    124,649 miles
    Test number
    279146252000
    • NoteFront brake pads low

  23. Pass85,989 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    85,989 miles
    Test number
    105094351039
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about T500 BLH

Does T500 BLH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 BLH is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 BLH?
The MOT on T500 BLH 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 BLH done?
T500 BLH was recorded at 231,627 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 9,703 miles a year.
Has T500 BLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 BLH has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on T500 BLH 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 T500 BLH find?
T500 BLH passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; front coil spring corroded both sides; front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides, and 2 more.

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