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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

T500 EASMOT history

T500 EAS is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 159,873 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
159,873 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,976 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 EAS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 EAS was last recorded at 159,873 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 1,802 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,071 miles · 6 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,802 miles
Average per year
4,976 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,873 miles
  • 2025 – 158,071 miles
  • 2024 – 156,391 miles
  • 2023 – 153,741 miles
  • 2022 – 153,260 miles
  • 2021 – 151,604 miles
  • 2020 – 146,891 miles
  • 2019 – 141,134 miles
  • 2018 – 134,845 miles
  • 2017 – 123,834 miles
  • 2016 – 118,634 miles
  • 2015 – 116,415 miles
  • 2014 – 113,556 miles
  • 2013 – 108,073 miles
  • 2012 – 102,565 miles
  • 2011 – 91,563 miles
  • 2010 – 83,836 miles
  • 2009 – 76,805 miles
  • 2008 – 70,220 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,873 miles
  • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Central Exhaust silencer slightly loose outer skin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users vehicle struggles to rev on initial attempt/emits black smoke on initial rev

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 25 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,873 miles (+1,802)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    159,873 miles
    Test number
    768533874078
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Pass158,071 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    158,071 miles
    Test number
    857156682859
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust silencer slightly loose outer skin (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail158,071 miles (+1,680)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,071 miles
    Test number
    188167942691
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust silencer slightly loose outer skin (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass156,391 miles (+3)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    156,391 miles
    Test number
    162340815008
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust silencer slightly loose outer skin (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users vehicle struggles to rev on initial attempt/emits black smoke on initial rev (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail156,388 miles (+2,647)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,388 miles
    Test number
    832941298873
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust silencer slightly loose outer skin (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users vehicle struggles to rev on initial attempt/emits black smoke on initial rev (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive various (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass153,741 miles (+481)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    153,741 miles
    Test number
    592149057396
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both starting to crack (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive rear of the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake wear warning wire broken causing light on dash
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer corroded and peeling

  7. Pass153,260 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    153,260 miles
    Test number
    945372453680
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty

  8. Fail153,255 miles (+1,651)2 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,255 miles
    Test number
    871183966870
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty

  9. Pass151,604 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    151,604 miles
    Test number
    919529804407
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers rusty
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer casing rusty

  10. Fail151,601 miles (+4,710)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,601 miles
    Test number
    609577756202
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers rusty
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer casing rusty

  11. Pass146,891 miles (+5,757)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    146,891 miles
    Test number
    111657768295
    • AdvisoryDashboard yellow brake warning light on
    • AdvisoryFull plastics fitted underside
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber shrouds corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber shrouds corroded

  12. Pass141,134 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    141,134 miles
    Test number
    615986462872
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light and o/s (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin AND O/S REAR (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear EXHAUST RUSTING

  13. Fail141,133 miles (+6,288)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,133 miles
    Test number
    614735530767
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt and o/s front lower (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light and o/s (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin AND O/S REAR (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear EXHAUST RUSTING

  14. Pass134,845 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    134,845 miles
    Test number
    654841264055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail134,830 miles (+10,996)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,830 miles
    Test number
    848528193268
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty both not flashing on and off main beam (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass123,834 miles (+5,200)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    123,834 miles
    Test number
    208752248556
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  17. Pass118,634 miles (+2,219)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    118,634 miles
    Test number
    877759164152
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  18. Pass116,415 miles (+71)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    116,415 miles
    Test number
    197080795420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail116,344 miles (+2,788)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,344 miles
    Test number
    155975785415
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass113,556 miles (+5,483)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    113,556 miles
    Test number
    919149874088
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass108,073 miles (+5,508)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    108,073 miles
    Test number
    627538183027
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass102,565 miles (+180)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    102,565 miles
    Test number
    165301492083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Fail102,385 miles (+10,822)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,385 miles
    Test number
    929272282063
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass91,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    91,563 miles
    Test number
    317633981029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail91,563 miles (+7,727)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,563 miles
    Test number
    705123681023
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  26. Pass83,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    83,836 miles
    Test number
    880717170081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail83,836 miles (+7,031)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,836 miles
    Test number
    493097370091
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass76,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    76,805 miles
    Test number
    311799979032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail76,805 miles (+6,585)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,805 miles
    Test number
    872499979022
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  30. Pass70,220 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    70,220 miles
    Test number
    564166788041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  31. Fail70,220 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,220 miles
    Test number
    182695688001
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T500 EAS

Does T500 EAS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 EAS is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 EAS?
The MOT on T500 EAS is valid until 31 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 EAS done?
T500 EAS was recorded at 159,873 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 4,976 miles a year.
Has T500 EAS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 EAS has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T500 EAS 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 EAS find?
T500 EAS passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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