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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

T500 DBWMOT history

T500 DBW is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 19 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 33 MOT tests, with 247,565 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2027
Mileage
247,565 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
33
18 passed · 15 failed
Per year
13,384 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 DBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
19 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 DBW was last recorded at 247,565 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
247,565 miles · 12 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
13,384 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 247,565 miles
  • 2025 – 241,295 miles
  • 2024 – 234,863 miles
  • 2023 – 228,852 miles
  • 2022 – 222,850 miles
  • 2021 – 217,629 miles
  • 2020 – 211,709 miles
  • 2019 – 203,009 miles
  • 2018 – 196,742 miles
  • 2017 – 186,413 miles
  • 2016 – 168,781 miles
  • 2015 – 137,808 miles
  • 2014 – 110,282 miles
  • 2013 – 85,712 miles
  • 2012 – 64,959 miles
  • 2011 – 49,748 miles
  • 2010 – 31,663 miles
  • 2009 – 15,722 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass247,565 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

33 tests since 17 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass247,565 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    247,565 miles
    Test number
    933495369641
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail247,565 miles (+6,270)1 dangerous4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,565 miles
    Test number
    177165274736
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass241,295 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    241,295 miles
    Test number
    859758812560
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail241,293 miles (+6,430)5 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,293 miles
    Test number
    467962908221
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass234,863 miles (+6,011)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    234,863 miles
    Test number
    313191281979
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass228,852 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    228,852 miles
    Test number
    326969146510
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail228,852 miles (+6,002)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,852 miles
    Test number
    372628574622
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass222,850 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    222,850 miles
    Test number
    151369377923
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and offside rear (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail222,849 miles (+5,220)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,849 miles
    Test number
    713294872029
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and offside rear (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass217,629 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    217,629 miles
    Test number
    868648179801
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail217,629 miles (+5,920)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,629 miles
    Test number
    190355650336
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass211,709 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    211,709 miles
    Test number
    882676612497
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in various places & on various components.
    • AdvisoryOil on engine/gearbox.

  13. Fail211,707 miles (+8,698)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,707 miles
    Test number
    473013581468
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split. (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in various places & on various components.
    • AdvisoryOil on engine/gearbox.

  14. Pass203,009 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    203,009 miles
    Test number
    871631358956
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle

  15. Fail203,008 miles (+6,266)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,008 miles
    Test number
    871970878263
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to high level of smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle

  16. Pass196,742 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    196,742 miles
    Test number
    858365799963
    • AdvisoryCovers preventing access to some components.
    • AdvisoryO/s front brake works a little slower than n/s.
    • AdvisoryOil leak from gearbox - suspect o/s driveshaft seal.

  17. Fail196,742 miles (+10,329)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,742 miles
    Test number
    165831801379
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCovers preventing access to some components.
    • AdvisoryO/s front brake works a little slower than n/s.
    • AdvisoryOil leak from gearbox - suspect o/s driveshaft seal.

  18. Pass186,413 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    186,413 miles
    Test number
    152851212025
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRust on rear brake pipes
    • AdvisoryRust on steering pipes
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  19. Fail186,413 miles (+17,632)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,413 miles
    Test number
    603218639075
    • DangerousOffside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRust on rear brake pipes
    • AdvisoryRust on steering pipes
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  20. Pass168,781 miles (+30,973)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    168,781 miles
    Test number
    690994986754
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass137,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    137,808 miles
    Test number
    526901345122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail137,807 miles (+27,525)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,807 miles
    Test number
    649191345190
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  23. Pass110,282 miles1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    110,282 miles
    Test number
    465067434146
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront coil springs corroded
    • NoteFront wipers smeering
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded

  24. Fail110,282 miles (+24,570)3 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,282 miles
    Test number
    207097534456
    • FailureNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront coil springs corroded
    • NoteFront wipers smeering
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded

  25. Pass85,712 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    85,712 miles
    Test number
    158572143107
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteScrew in n/s/r tyre

  26. Fail85,712 miles (+20,753)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,712 miles
    Test number
    566142943121
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteScrew in n/s/r tyre

  27. Fail64,959 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,959 miles
    Test number
    147833042176
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  28. Pass64,959 miles (+15,211)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    64,959 miles
    Test number
    776393342170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass49,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    49,748 miles
    Test number
    778517431137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail49,747 miles (+18,084)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,747 miles
    Test number
    927067531145
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  31. Pass31,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    31,663 miles
    Test number
    991834040112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail31,663 miles (+15,941)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,663 miles
    Test number
    211844640457
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  33. Pass15,722 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    15,722 miles
    Test number
    192428169170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T500 DBW

Does T500 DBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 DBW is valid until 29 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 DBW?
The MOT on T500 DBW is valid until 29 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 DBW done?
T500 DBW was recorded at 247,565 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 13,384 miles a year.
Has T500 DBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 DBW has failed 15 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T500 DBW 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 DBW find?
T500 DBW passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside rear brake hose slightly twisted; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 5 more.

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