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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,896 cc

T500 HLCMOT history

T500 HLC is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 9 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 141,615 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
141,615 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,460 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 HLC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
9 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 HLC was last recorded at 141,615 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 283 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,332 miles · 16 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
283 miles
Average per year
7,460 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 141,615 miles
  • 2024 – 141,332 miles
  • 2023 – 141,180 miles
  • 2022 – 140,411 miles
  • 2021 – 139,511 miles
  • 2020 – 138,393 miles
  • 2019 – 136,876 miles
  • 2018 – 133,342 miles
  • 2017 – 125,280 miles
  • 2016 – 109,817 miles
  • 2015 – 88,981 miles
  • 2014 – 75,775 miles
  • 2013 – 55,323 miles
  • 2012 – 41,024 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,615 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust box corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted front to back

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Coolant below minimum

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front brake discs have slight surface corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,615 miles (+283)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    141,615 miles
    Test number
    795090522843
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted front to back

  2. Pass141,332 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    141,332 miles
    Test number
    135644027941
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted front to back

  3. Fail141,332 miles (+152)1 repaired2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,332 miles
    Test number
    595633680098
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted front to back

  4. Pass141,180 miles (+769)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    141,180 miles
    Test number
    978604198923
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass140,411 miles (+14)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    140,411 miles
    Test number
    857315478901
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryCoolant below minimum
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs have slight surface corrosion

  6. Fail140,397 miles (+886)4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,397 miles
    Test number
    223446683840
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryCoolant below minimum
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs have slight surface corrosion

  7. Pass139,511 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    139,511 miles
    Test number
    827383355361
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT SUSPENSION ARMS BALL JOINT DUST BOOTS CRACKING/PERISHING
    • AdvisorySURFACE RUST ON FRONT BRAKE DISCS

  8. Fail139,511 miles (+1,118)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,511 miles
    Test number
    559275145816
    • Repaired at testStop lamp(s) not working OFFSIDE (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT SUSPENSION ARMS BALL JOINT DUST BOOTS CRACKING/PERISHING
    • AdvisorySURFACE RUST ON FRONT BRAKE DISCS

  9. Pass138,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    138,393 miles
    Test number
    966841307422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail138,393 miles (+1,517)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,393 miles
    Test number
    350960858835
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass136,876 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    136,876 miles
    Test number
    370939066823
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs rusting

  12. Fail136,875 miles (+3,533)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,875 miles
    Test number
    546933974660
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs rusting

  13. Pass133,342 miles (+8,062)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    133,342 miles
    Test number
    276335451774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass125,280 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    125,280 miles
    Test number
    759123031757
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail125,280 miles (+15,463)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,280 miles
    Test number
    215733095261
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass109,817 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    109,817 miles
    Test number
    536415137090
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail109,817 miles (+20,836)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,817 miles
    Test number
    499911446124
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass88,981 miles (+13,206)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    88,981 miles
    Test number
    338818405273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass75,775 miles (+20,452)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    75,775 miles
    Test number
    949285504255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  20. Pass55,323 miles (+14,299)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    55,323 miles
    Test number
    786653283136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass41,024 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    41,024 miles
    Test number
    746633972175
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T500 HLC

Does T500 HLC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 HLC is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T500 HLC?
The MOT on T500 HLC is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 HLC done?
T500 HLC was recorded at 141,615 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 7,460 miles a year.
Has T500 HLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 HLC has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T500 HLC 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 HLC find?
T500 HLC passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 9 advisories: nearside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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