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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

T500 DPWMOT history

T500 DPW is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 9 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 194,744 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jul 2027
Mileage
194,744 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
7,215 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 DPW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
9 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 DPW was last recorded at 194,744 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 2,684 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,060 miles · 25 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,684 miles
Average per year
7,215 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 194,744 miles
  • 2025 – 192,060 miles
  • 2024 – 186,640 miles
  • 2023 – 181,496 miles
  • 2022 – 179,892 miles
  • 2021 – 175,238 miles
  • 2020 – 167,438 miles
  • 2019 – 165,987 miles
  • 2018 – 161,635 miles
  • 2017 – 159,982 miles
  • 2016 – 158,197 miles
  • 2015 – 156,875 miles
  • 2014 – 154,156 miles
  • 2013 – 151,722 miles
  • 2012 – 139,451 miles
  • 2011 – 128,482 miles
  • 2010 – 119,293 miles
  • 2009 – 105,467 miles
  • 2008 – 87,549 miles
  • 2007 – 57,374 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,744 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

33 tests since 29 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,744 miles (+2,684)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    194,744 miles
    Test number
    785419077288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  2. Pass192,060 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    192,060 miles
    Test number
    250504860705
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material surface corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Fail192,041 miles (+5,401)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,041 miles
    Test number
    693914462554
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill and door shut corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside park brake low effort
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass186,640 miles (+2)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    186,640 miles
    Test number
    711887999430
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Fail186,638 miles (+5,142)1 dangerous8 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,638 miles
    Test number
    225648415010
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle handle missing (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass181,496 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    181,496 miles
    Test number
    242806120764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail181,494 miles (+1,602)2 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,494 miles
    Test number
    285553051912
    • DangerousNearside Rear Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision detached (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass179,892 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    179,892 miles
    Test number
    323949345310
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge un even wear on the inside tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  9. Fail179,887 miles (+4,649)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,887 miles
    Test number
    897842838586
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge un even wear on the inside tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  10. Pass175,238 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    175,238 miles
    Test number
    221015963298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  11. Fail175,238 miles (+7,800)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,238 miles
    Test number
    676634136194
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  12. Pass167,438 miles (+1,451)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    167,438 miles
    Test number
    843038194026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust silencers deteriorated
  13. Pass165,987 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    165,987 miles
    Test number
    636055325087
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated
  14. Fail165,983 miles (+4,348)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,983 miles
    Test number
    841226290916
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated
  15. Pass161,635 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    161,635 miles
    Test number
    488035554808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail161,635 miles (+1,653)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,635 miles
    Test number
    391235879159
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid to o/s of screen (3.5 (a))
  17. Pass159,982 miles (+1,785)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    159,982 miles
    Test number
    565599869501
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass158,197 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    158,197 miles
    Test number
    660838583481
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth bottom ball joint boots deteriorated
  19. Fail158,197 miles (+1,322)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,197 miles
    Test number
    770103242280
    • FailureCentre Front Lower engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded o/s outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth bottom ball joint boots deteriorated
  20. Pass156,875 miles (+2,719)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    156,875 miles
    Test number
    228130795474
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated
  21. Pass154,156 miles (+2,434)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    154,156 miles
    Test number
    679609144161
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  22. Pass151,722 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    151,722 miles
    Test number
    989658193163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  23. Fail151,722 miles (+12,271)5 failures1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,722 miles
    Test number
    727523693118
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteTurbo hose not connected to turbo
  24. Pass139,451 miles (+31)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    139,451 miles
    Test number
    377068302299
    • 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)
  25. Fail139,420 miles (+10,938)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,420 miles
    Test number
    607627002213
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • 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)
  26. Pass128,482 miles (+9,189)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    128,482 miles
    Test number
    888676391190
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  27. Pass119,293 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    119,293 miles
    Test number
    970452180194
    • NoteOFFSIDE FRONT WISHBONE INNER BUSHES HAVE SOME MOVEMENT
  28. Fail119,293 miles (+13,826)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,293 miles
    Test number
    440481680164
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteOFFSIDE FRONT WISHBONE INNER BUSHES HAVE SOME MOVEMENT
  29. Pass105,467 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    105,467 miles
    Test number
    274549149498
    • NoteBoth rear discs scored emissions read low o/s headlight adjuster broken
  30. Fail105,466 miles (+17,917)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,466 miles
    Test number
    602568949135
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear discs are scored
    • NoteEmissions are to low to read
  31. Fail87,549 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,549 miles
    Test number
    382678858159
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
  32. Pass87,549 miles (+30,175)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    87,549 miles
    Test number
    690548858139
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
  33. Pass57,374 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    57,374 miles
    Test number
    634890487104
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T500 DPW

Does T500 DPW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 DPW is valid until 12 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 DPW?
The MOT on T500 DPW is valid until 12 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 DPW done?
T500 DPW was recorded at 194,744 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 7,215 miles a year.
Has T500 DPW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 DPW has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T500 DPW 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 DPW find?
T500 DPW passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front outer seat belt buckle slightly damaged; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 3 more.

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