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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,460 cc

T500 DRWMOT history

T500 DRW is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 16 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 164,127 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Nov 2026
Mileage
164,127 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,045 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 DRW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 DRW was last recorded at 164,127 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 6,536 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
157,591 miles · 8 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,536 miles
Average per year
8,045 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 164,127 miles
  • 2024 – 157,591 miles
  • 2023 – 151,499 miles
  • 2022 – 146,027 miles
  • 2021 – 139,290 miles
  • 2020 – 133,898 miles
  • 2019 – 128,481 miles
  • 2018 – 118,271 miles
  • 2017 – 105,183 miles
  • 2016 – 98,992 miles
  • 2015 – 89,424 miles
  • 2014 – 81,709 miles
  • 2013 – 70,839 miles
  • 2012 – 57,414 miles
  • 2011 – 45,123 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,127 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

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.

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output N/S O/S

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • No print out was produced due to low emissions

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 27 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,127 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    164,127 miles
    Test number
    356271890623
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  2. Fail164,127 miles (+6,536)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,127 miles
    Test number
    934856895209
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  3. Pass157,591 miles (+6,092)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    157,591 miles
    Test number
    410714453845
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST BOX OUTER SKIN CORRODED AND REAR MOUNTING RUSTY
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output N/S O/S (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass151,499 miles (+5,472)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    151,499 miles
    Test number
    576178050340
    • AdvisoryCENTRE EXHAUST BOX CORRODED
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output N/S O/S (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass146,027 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    146,027 miles
    Test number
    624680547941
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST BOX OUTER SKIN CORRODED
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail146,027 miles (+6,737)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,027 miles
    Test number
    382440077193
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST BOX OUTER SKIN CORRODED
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass139,290 miles (+5,392)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    139,290 miles
    Test number
    676486919747
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCENTRE AND REAR EXHAUST BOXS OUTER SKIN CORRODED
    • AdvisoryRear Brake linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

  8. Pass133,898 miles (+5,417)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    133,898 miles
    Test number
    594696913091
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST SILENCER OUTER SKIN RUSTY
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output N/S O/S (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass128,481 miles (+10,210)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    128,481 miles
    Test number
    658879239735
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCENTRE EXHAUST BOX RUSTY OUTER SKIN

  10. Pass118,271 miles (+13,088)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    118,271 miles
    Test number
    717536427703
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess RUSTY (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S O/S (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass105,183 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    105,183 miles
    Test number
    774554780636
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail105,183 miles (+6,191)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,183 miles
    Test number
    275950759351
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass98,992 miles (+9,568)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    98,992 miles
    Test number
    267515669717
    • AdvisoryMiddle exhaust box corroded through one skin & rear
    • AdvisoryNo print out was produced due to low emissions

  14. Pass89,424 miles (+7,715)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    89,424 miles
    Test number
    985231032234
    • AdvisoryNo print out was produced due to low emissions
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted on vehicle underside

  15. Pass81,709 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    81,709 miles
    Test number
    585363104337
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail81,709 miles (+10,870)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,709 miles
    Test number
    776153104316
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass70,839 miles (+13,425)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    70,839 miles
    Test number
    539426533291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,414 miles (+12,291)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    57,414 miles
    Test number
    257155122192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    45,123 miles
    Test number
    215417021010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T500 DRW

Does T500 DRW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 DRW is valid until 16 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T500 DRW?
The MOT on T500 DRW is valid until 16 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 DRW done?
T500 DRW was recorded at 164,127 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 8,045 miles a year.
Has T500 DRW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 DRW has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T500 DRW 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 DRW find?
T500 DRW passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front lower seat belt buckle slightly damaged.

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