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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2005 · 2,460 cc

T500 JLPMOT history

T500 JLP is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 20 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 237,020 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Mar 2027
Mileage
237,020 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,503 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 JLP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 JLP was last recorded at 237,020 miles on 21 Mar 2026, 4,340 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
232,680 miles · 18 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,340 miles
Average per year
9,503 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 237,020 miles
  • 2025 – 232,680 miles
  • 2024 – 226,471 miles
  • 2023 – 218,858 miles
  • 2022 – 210,607 miles
  • 2021 – 204,359 miles
  • 2020 – 199,371 miles
  • 2019 – 191,732 miles
  • 2018 – 182,821 miles
  • 2017 – 172,360 miles
  • 2016 – 161,304 miles
  • 2015 – 151,484 miles
  • 2014 – 142,154 miles
  • 2013 – 134,726 miles
  • 2012 – 126,725 miles
  • 2011 – 119,131 miles
  • 2010 – 109,548 miles
  • 2009 – 87,079 miles
  • 2008 – 64,049 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass237,020 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Small stone cuts in tread, nail in the tread & perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 7 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass237,020 miles (+4,340)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    237,020 miles
    Test number
    728599498247
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass232,680 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    232,680 miles
    Test number
    189516106085
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror damaged
  3. Fail232,678 miles (+6,207)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,678 miles
    Test number
    137395336653
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror damaged
  4. Pass226,471 miles (+37)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    226,471 miles
    Test number
    999205551773
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Small stone cuts in tread, nail in the tread & perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Small stone cuts in the tread & perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Fail226,434 miles (+7,576)3 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,434 miles
    Test number
    227544360988
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both inner D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Small stone cuts in tread, nail in the tread & perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Small stone cuts in the tread & perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass218,858 miles (+8,251)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    218,858 miles
    Test number
    943271937120
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Small stone cuts in the tread & slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (rear) (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass210,607 miles (+6,248)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    210,607 miles
    Test number
    598327705484
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass204,359 miles (+4,988)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    204,359 miles
    Test number
    492310637265
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass199,371 miles (+7,639)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    199,371 miles
    Test number
    630291531125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass191,732 miles (+8,911)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    191,732 miles
    Test number
    252794600298
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass182,821 miles (+10,461)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    182,821 miles
    Test number
    998308181045
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin corroded
  12. Pass172,360 miles (+11,056)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    172,360 miles
    Test number
    716142112788
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass161,304 miles (+9,820)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    161,304 miles
    Test number
    641888646405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass151,484 miles (+9,330)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    151,484 miles
    Test number
    145110025429
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass142,154 miles (+7,428)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    142,154 miles
    Test number
    779194814084
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  16. Pass134,726 miles (+8,001)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    134,726 miles
    Test number
    815595213056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass126,725 miles (+7,594)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    126,725 miles
    Test number
    408698112005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass119,131 miles (+9,583)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    119,131 miles
    Test number
    486766921030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass109,548 miles (+22,469)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    109,548 miles
    Test number
    622041120006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass87,079 miles (+23,030)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    87,079 miles
    Test number
    740171329051
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread very worn
  21. Pass64,049 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    64,049 miles
    Test number
    281007208040
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre out of shape slightly

Questions about T500 JLP

Does T500 JLP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 JLP is valid until 20 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 JLP?
The MOT on T500 JLP is valid until 20 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 JLP done?
T500 JLP was recorded at 237,020 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2026, an average of 9,503 miles a year.
Has T500 JLP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 JLP has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T500 JLP 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 JLP find?
T500 JLP passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged.

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