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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

T500 DFCMOT history

T500 DFC is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 13 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 222,964 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
222,964 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
14,062 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 DFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
13 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 DFC was last recorded at 222,964 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 1,868 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
221,096 miles · 24 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,868 miles
Average per year
14,062 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 222,964 miles
  • 2025 – 221,096 miles
  • 2024 – 214,128 miles
  • 2023 – 208,633 miles
  • 2022 – 205,698 miles
  • 2021 – 202,198 miles
  • 2020 – 196,490 miles
  • 2019 – 173,461 miles
  • 2018 – 145,699 miles
  • 2017 – 116,552 miles
  • 2015 – 84,792 miles
  • 2014 – 59,839 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass222,964 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Coil spring corroded Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 7 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass222,964 miles (+1,868)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    222,964 miles
    Test number
    677026684967
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass221,096 miles (+6,968)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    221,096 miles
    Test number
    924620284230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass214,128 miles (+215)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    214,128 miles
    Test number
    162425607708
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail213,913 miles (+5,280)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,913 miles
    Test number
    338109656878
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass208,633 miles (+233)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    208,633 miles
    Test number
    481516162066
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm 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))

  6. Fail208,400 miles (+2,702)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,400 miles
    Test number
    685813952706
    • MajorFront Lower Engine mounting bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm 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))

  7. Pass205,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    205,698 miles
    Test number
    658149058204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail205,693 miles (+3,495)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,693 miles
    Test number
    436587980385
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass202,198 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    202,198 miles
    Test number
    842013058443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail202,196 miles (+5,706)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,196 miles
    Test number
    364410970112
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass196,490 miles (+23,029)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    196,490 miles
    Test number
    877237605335
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass173,461 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    173,461 miles
    Test number
    905314150015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail173,461 miles (+27,762)4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,461 miles
    Test number
    104640069873
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass145,699 miles (+29,147)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    145,699 miles
    Test number
    169359627105
    • AdvisoryExhaust has corrosion to centre box outer skin
    • AdvisoryFront discs are warn with a lip
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs are warn

  15. Pass116,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    116,552 miles
    Test number
    269746778233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail116,552 miles (+31,760)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,552 miles
    Test number
    710648017684
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass84,792 miles (+24,953)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    84,792 miles
    Test number
    196594625229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    59,839 miles
    Test number
    275908284168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T500 DFC

Does T500 DFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 DFC is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 DFC?
The MOT on T500 DFC is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 DFC done?
T500 DFC was recorded at 222,964 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 14,062 miles a year.
Has T500 DFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 DFC has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T500 DFC 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 DFC find?
T500 DFC passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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