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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

T500 BMXMOT history

T500 BMX is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 15 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 185,516 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jul 2027
Mileage
185,516 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,941 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 BMX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 BMX was last recorded at 185,516 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,516 miles · 29 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,941 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 185,516 miles
  • 2025 – 184,264 miles
  • 2023 – 182,004 miles
  • 2022 – 179,484 miles
  • 2020 – 167,417 miles
  • 2019 – 159,437 miles
  • 2018 – 151,923 miles
  • 2017 – 146,132 miles
  • 2016 – 140,839 miles
  • 2015 – 134,994 miles
  • 2014 – 126,302 miles
  • 2012 – 117,923 miles
  • 2011 – 105,886 miles
  • 2010 – 93,680 miles
  • 2008 – 79,639 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,516 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Top suspension chassis seat. (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Top suspension chassis seat. (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Rear Exhaust heat shield loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,516 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    185,516 miles
    Test number
    706163729292
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Top suspension chassis seat. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Top suspension chassis seat. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  2. Fail185,516 miles (+1,252)1 dangerous8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,516 miles
    Test number
    783582254376
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated Flexi pipe cracked, split, perished. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake hose excessively deteriorated Flexi pipe cracked, split, perished. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Top suspension chassis seat. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Top suspension chassis seat. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  3. Pass184,264 miles (+2,260)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    184,264 miles
    Test number
    974907173197
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass182,004 miles (+51)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    182,004 miles
    Test number
    672921340688
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail181,953 miles (+2,469)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,953 miles
    Test number
    904489445887
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass179,484 miles (+17)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    179,484 miles
    Test number
    815272264603
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Registration plate lamp dim
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mmm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test All

  7. Fail179,467 miles (+1,607)3 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,467 miles
    Test number
    790026891103
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to vehicle will not restart (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Registration plate lamp dim
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mmm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test All

  8. Pass177,860 miles (+80)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    177,860 miles
    Test number
    837730771898
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail177,780 miles (+10,363)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,780 miles
    Test number
    591174368527
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass167,417 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    167,417 miles
    Test number
    476621225689
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail167,417 miles (+7,980)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,417 miles
    Test number
    381251355412
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass159,437 miles (+51)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    159,437 miles
    Test number
    155826344307
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail159,386 miles (+7,463)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,386 miles
    Test number
    733622655379
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass151,923 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    151,923 miles
    Test number
    177718425257
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  15. Fail151,923 miles (+5,791)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,923 miles
    Test number
    839399149922
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  16. Pass146,132 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    146,132 miles
    Test number
    888126504848
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both rear bushes both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both rear bushes both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Fail146,132 miles (+5,293)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,132 miles
    Test number
    131306775870
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both rear bushes both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both rear bushes both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Pass140,839 miles (+5,845)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    140,839 miles
    Test number
    812162093565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass134,994 miles (+8,692)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    134,994 miles
    Test number
    115099905494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass126,302 miles (+8,379)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    126,302 miles
    Test number
    296489404026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass117,923 miles (+5,401)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    117,923 miles
    Test number
    938072062391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass112,522 miles (+6,636)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    112,522 miles
    Test number
    566549302095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass105,886 miles (+12,206)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    105,886 miles
    Test number
    337724411066
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass93,680 miles (+14,041)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    93,680 miles
    Test number
    903712010074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass79,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    79,639 miles
    Test number
    381720568280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T500 BMX

Does T500 BMX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 BMX is valid until 12 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 BMX?
The MOT on T500 BMX is valid until 12 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 BMX done?
T500 BMX was recorded at 185,516 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 5,941 miles a year.
Has T500 BMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 BMX has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T500 BMX 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 BMX find?
T500 BMX passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front upper vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security top suspension chassis seat.; offside front upper vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security top suspension chassis seat., and 1 more.

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