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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,896 cc

T500 CSRMOT history

T500 CSR is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 21 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 140,802 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2026
Mileage
140,802 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,394 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 CSR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
21 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 CSR was last recorded at 140,802 miles on 20 Oct 2025, 104 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,698 miles · 29 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
104 miles
Average per year
6,394 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 140,802 miles
  • 2024 – 140,698 miles
  • 2023 – 137,020 miles
  • 2022 – 134,050 miles
  • 2021 – 127,673 miles
  • 2020 – 117,432 miles
  • 2019 – 114,368 miles
  • 2018 – 108,393 miles
  • 2017 – 96,351 miles
  • 2016 – 89,956 miles
  • 2015 – 82,638 miles
  • 2013 – 73,448 miles
  • 2012 – 68,776 miles
  • 2011 – 52,991 miles
  • 2010 – 42,805 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,802 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront sills/jacking points corroded

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.

  • General corrosion on underside of vehicle and suspension/brake component's

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Both front headlamp lenses discolored/cloudy - recommend replacement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 23 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,802 miles (+104)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    140,802 miles
    Test number
    537825451572
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront sills/jacking points corroded

  2. Pass140,698 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    140,698 miles
    Test number
    673945809571
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamp lenses discolored/cloudy - recommend replacement
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside of vehicle and suspension/brake component's
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front suspension arms (wishbone) bushes worn/movement. (knocking) - recommend replacement

  3. Fail140,698 miles (+3,678)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,698 miles
    Test number
    716282004608
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced nearside rear outer sill corroded (hole) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamp lenses discolored/cloudy - recommend replacement
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside of vehicle and suspension/brake component's

  4. Pass137,020 miles (+2,970)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    137,020 miles
    Test number
    787509022226
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamp lenses discolored/cloudy
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside of vehicle and suspension/brake component's
    • AdvisoryNearside rear bumper corner damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside rear outer sill corroded

  5. Pass134,050 miles (+6,377)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    134,050 miles
    Test number
    962893035120
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front antiroll bar bushes becoming worn/slight play
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside front suspension arm (wishbone) ball joint rubber perished/split

  6. Pass127,673 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    127,673 miles
    Test number
    811535452053
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated bbot very slight deterioration (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms rear facing bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail127,672 miles (+10,240)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,672 miles
    Test number
    632805061997
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated bbot very slight deterioration (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms rear facing bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass117,432 miles (+3,064)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    117,432 miles
    Test number
    721767713847
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both front pads 70 %worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass114,368 miles (+5,975)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    114,368 miles
    Test number
    145603551059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass108,393 miles (+12,042)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    108,393 miles
    Test number
    295035932309
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass96,351 miles (+6,395)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    96,351 miles
    Test number
    347936171467
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencers deterioating

  12. Pass89,956 miles (+7,318)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    89,956 miles
    Test number
    143065299232
    • AdvisoryRear silencer slightly corroded

  13. Pass82,638 miles (+9,190)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    82,638 miles
    Test number
    216337455008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,448 miles (+4,591)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    73,448 miles
    Test number
    745575393202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail68,857 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,857 miles
    Test number
    377499213032
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

  16. Pass68,857 miles (+81)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    68,857 miles
    Test number
    738609013058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail68,776 miles (+4,183)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,776 miles
    Test number
    795003662378
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass64,593 miles (+5)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    64,593 miles
    Test number
    126082512225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre outer sidewall slightly damaged

  19. Fail64,588 miles (+11,597)3 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,588 miles
    Test number
    256748502205
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre outer sidewall slightly damaged

  20. Pass52,991 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    52,991 miles
    Test number
    399066301207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn low

  21. Fail52,991 miles (+10,186)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,991 miles
    Test number
    195616701233
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn low

  22. Fail42,805 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,805 miles
    Test number
    123904970159
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass42,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    42,805 miles
    Test number
    943924970186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T500 CSR

Does T500 CSR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 CSR is valid until 28 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T500 CSR?
The MOT on T500 CSR is valid until 28 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 CSR done?
T500 CSR was recorded at 140,802 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2025, an average of 6,394 miles a year.
Has T500 CSR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 CSR has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T500 CSR 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 CSR find?
T500 CSR passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear; front sills/jacking points corroded.

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