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Volkswagen Transporter

Orange · Diesel · 2013 · 1,968 cc

T500 DLKMOT history

T500 DLK is an orange diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 25 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 164,935 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
164,935 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,221 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 DLK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
25 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 DLK was last recorded at 164,935 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 1,937 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,998 miles · 25 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,937 miles
Average per year
5,221 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,935 miles
  • 2025 – 162,998 miles
  • 2024 – 161,369 miles
  • 2023 – 159,300 miles
  • 2022 – 158,603 miles
  • 2021 – 157,197 miles
  • 2020 – 155,350 miles
  • 2019 – 154,210 miles
  • 2017 – 148,587 miles
  • 2016 – 113,562 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,935 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated

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.

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

13 tests since 23 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,935 miles (+1,937)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    164,935 miles
    Test number
    657358033473
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated
  2. Pass162,998 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    162,998 miles
    Test number
    520212435899
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Fail162,996 miles (+1,627)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,996 miles
    Test number
    436794382761
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass161,369 miles (+2,069)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    161,369 miles
    Test number
    875514542777
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch seized
  5. Pass159,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    159,300 miles
    Test number
    982848224016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail159,300 miles (+697)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,300 miles
    Test number
    163281036679
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass158,603 miles (+1,406)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    158,603 miles
    Test number
    827899434640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass157,197 miles (+1,847)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    157,197 miles
    Test number
    187695149347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass155,350 miles (+1,140)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    155,350 miles
    Test number
    376874780213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass154,210 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    154,210 miles
    Test number
    237292619506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail154,205 miles (+5,618)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,205 miles
    Test number
    671434113167
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass148,587 miles (+35,025)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    148,587 miles
    Test number
    400598980931
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  13. Pass113,562 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    113,562 miles
    Test number
    260586862023
    • AdvisoryN/S/F Spring Not Seated Correctly
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T500 DLK

Does T500 DLK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 DLK is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 DLK?
The MOT on T500 DLK is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 DLK done?
T500 DLK was recorded at 164,935 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 5,221 miles a year.
Has T500 DLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 DLK has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T500 DLK 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 DLK find?
T500 DLK passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust system deteriorated.

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