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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

T500 GJLMOT history

T500 GJL is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 25 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 157,552 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 May 2027
Mileage
157,552 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,507 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 GJL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 GJL was last recorded at 157,552 miles on 21 May 2026, 1,986 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
155,566 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,986 miles
Average per year
6,507 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,552 miles
  • 2025 – 155,566 miles
  • 2024 – 154,654 miles
  • 2023 – 152,555 miles
  • 2022 – 149,945 miles
  • 2021 – 146,626 miles
  • 2020 – 143,756 miles
  • 2019 – 139,450 miles
  • 2018 – 138,774 miles
  • 2017 – 137,535 miles
  • 2015 – 135,996 miles
  • 2014 – 134,560 miles
  • 2013 – 96,037 miles
  • 2011 – 62,381 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,552 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 5 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,552 miles (+1,986)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    157,552 miles
    Test number
    182076739030
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  2. Pass155,566 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2026
    Odometer
    155,566 miles
    Test number
    143617410339
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box in poor condition

  3. Fail155,559 miles (+905)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,559 miles
    Test number
    146217844856
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box in poor condition

  4. Pass154,654 miles (+2,099)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    154,654 miles
    Test number
    436475946808
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass152,555 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    152,555 miles
    Test number
    546756540392
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail152,547 miles (+2,602)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,547 miles
    Test number
    409956688106
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements siren (7.7 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass149,945 miles (+3,319)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    149,945 miles
    Test number
    654426650138
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive around egr cooler (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  8. Pass146,626 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    146,626 miles
    Test number
    546883666763
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  9. Fail146,613 miles (+2,857)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,613 miles
    Test number
    765893434540
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  10. Pass143,756 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2021
    Odometer
    143,756 miles
    Test number
    130708626629
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  11. Fail143,756 miles (+4,306)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,756 miles
    Test number
    902564538516
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  12. Pass139,450 miles (+676)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    139,450 miles
    Test number
    694890011680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass138,774 miles (+1,239)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    138,774 miles
    Test number
    676267369547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass137,535 miles (+1,539)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    137,535 miles
    Test number
    447986839668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass135,996 miles (+1,436)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    135,996 miles
    Test number
    801774274020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass134,560 miles (+38,523)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    134,560 miles
    Test number
    559729434282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass96,037 miles (+33,656)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    96,037 miles
    Test number
    385358323198
    • DangerousNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass62,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    62,381 miles
    Test number
    218538571237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T500 GJL

Does T500 GJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 GJL is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 GJL?
The MOT on T500 GJL is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 GJL done?
T500 GJL was recorded at 157,552 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 6,507 miles a year.
Has T500 GJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 GJL has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T500 GJL 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 GJL find?
T500 GJL passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust in poor condition.

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