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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

T500 CDDMOT history

T500 CDD is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 14 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 183,459 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
183,459 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,589 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 CDD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
14 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 CDD was last recorded at 183,459 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 29 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,430 miles · 28 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
29 miles
Average per year
3,589 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 183,459 miles
  • 2025 – 183,430 miles
  • 2024 – 183,160 miles
  • 2023 – 183,122 miles
  • 2022 – 183,027 miles
  • 2021 – 182,439 miles
  • 2020 – 181,748 miles
  • 2019 – 180,659 miles
  • 2017 – 180,234 miles
  • 2016 – 178,661 miles
  • 2015 – 175,609 miles
  • 2014 – 173,014 miles
  • 2013 – 164,315 miles
  • 2012 – 160,622 miles
  • 2011 – 151,659 miles
  • 2009 – 133,567 miles
  • 2008 – 118,612 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,459 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor7 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Cable frayed at forward joiner

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake cable slightly frayed and in poor condition, forward section near joiner

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 2 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,459 miles (+29)4 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    183,459 miles
    Test number
    494942135632
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass183,430 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    183,430 miles
    Test number
    305134230113
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail183,430 miles (+270)6 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,430 miles
    Test number
    454419203956
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass183,160 miles (+3)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2025
    Odometer
    183,160 miles
    Test number
    125806102841
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Fail183,157 miles (+35)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,157 miles
    Test number
    306923479247
    • MajorLower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Pass183,122 miles (+95)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    183,122 miles
    Test number
    384655328411
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Pass183,027 miles (+588)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    183,027 miles
    Test number
    652315898773
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Pass182,439 miles (+691)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    182,439 miles
    Test number
    446095417631
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Pass181,748 miles (+7)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    181,748 miles
    Test number
    366302923185
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Cable frayed at forward joiner (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail181,741 miles (+1,082)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,741 miles
    Test number
    238125017498
    • MajorCentral Lower Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road Damage larger than a 40mm circle within swept area (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Cable frayed at forward joiner (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass180,659 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    180,659 miles
    Test number
    543461248351
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake cable slightly frayed and in poor condition, forward section near joiner
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both nearside and offside brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail180,654 miles (+420)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,654 miles
    Test number
    472143031625
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Boot split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake cable slightly frayed and in poor condition, forward section near joiner
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both nearside and offside brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass180,234 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    180,234 miles
    Test number
    815451511739
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake has wires broken / n/s side rear

  14. Fail180,234 miles (+1,573)3 failures2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,234 miles
    Test number
    563482806268
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake has wires broken / n/s side rear

  15. Pass178,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    178,661 miles
    Test number
    894999093589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail178,661 miles (+3,052)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,661 miles
    Test number
    921916817552
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass175,609 miles (+2,595)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    175,609 miles
    Test number
    799029285126
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass173,014 miles (+8,699)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    173,014 miles
    Test number
    365650304446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass164,315 miles (+73)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    164,315 miles
    Test number
    959195263195
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteWipers slightly smearing screen

  20. Fail164,242 miles (+3,620)1 dangerous5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,242 miles
    Test number
    317813363144
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteWipers slightly smearing screen

  21. Pass160,622 miles (+209)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    160,622 miles
    Test number
    657775762121
    • NoteExhaust middle corroded

  22. Fail160,413 miles (+8,754)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,413 miles
    Test number
    588038452135
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteExhaust middle corroded

  23. Pass151,659 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    151,659 miles
    Test number
    598073041188
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteFront discs pitted
    • NotePower steering belt detearated
    • NoteSlight damage to o/s/r

  24. Fail151,659 miles (+18,092)5 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,659 miles
    Test number
    255351541481
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteFront discs pitted
    • NotePower steering belt detearated
    • NoteSlight damage to o/s/r

  25. Pass133,567 miles (+196)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    133,567 miles
    Test number
    591715129138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail133,371 miles (+14,759)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,371 miles
    Test number
    670359819174
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass118,612 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    118,612 miles
    Test number
    763044398015
    • NoteMirror cover cracked on nearside.
    • NoteOffside rear panel missing under offside rear lamp.

  28. Fail118,612 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,612 miles
    Test number
    891903398077
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteMirror cover cracked on nearside.
    • NoteOffside rear panel missing under offside rear lamp.

Questions about T500 CDD

Does T500 CDD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 CDD is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 CDD?
The MOT on T500 CDD is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 CDD done?
T500 CDD was recorded at 183,459 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 3,589 miles a year.
Has T500 CDD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 CDD has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T500 CDD 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 CDD find?
T500 CDD passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 4 minor defects: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 1 more.

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