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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

T500 KSWMOT history

T500 KSW is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 22 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 143,292 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
143,292 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,849 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 KSW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
22 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 KSW was last recorded at 143,292 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,277 miles · 24 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
8,849 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,292 miles
  • 2025 – 133,759 miles
  • 2024 – 125,104 miles
  • 2023 – 117,682 miles
  • 2022 – 110,464 miles
  • 2021 – 105,842 miles
  • 2020 – 94,534 miles
  • 2019 – 87,635 miles
  • 2018 – 78,712 miles
  • 2017 – 78,608 miles
  • 2016 – 69,806 miles
  • 2015 – 56,336 miles
  • 2014 – 43,045 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,292 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake effort low, 51% imbalance
  • AdvisoryUnderside has been heavily waxoyled front & rearRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust becoming corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 3 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,292 miles (+15)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    143,292 miles
    Test number
    270120582676
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake effort low, 51% imbalance
    • AdvisoryUnderside has been heavily waxoyled front & rear
  2. Fail143,277 miles (+9,518)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,277 miles
    Test number
    882375466021
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft securing bolt missing (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake effort low, only just met requirements
    • AdvisoryUnderside has been heavily waxoyled front & rear
  3. Pass133,759 miles (+15)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    133,759 miles
    Test number
    244866834168
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner qtr (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside waxoyled
  4. Fail133,744 miles (+8,640)12 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,744 miles
    Test number
    597250681834
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested risk of oil contamination to brake tester (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and outer (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength s/ab mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength strut top mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength s/ab mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut top mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner qtr (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner track rod joints (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/chassis sections (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Pass125,104 miles (+7,422)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    125,104 miles
    Test number
    702889985598
    • AdvisoryCHASSIS AND COMPONENTS COVERED IN UNDERSEAL
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST SYSTEM DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule X2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule X4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryVARIOUS CORROSION TO CHASSIS AND COMPONENTS
  6. Pass117,682 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    117,682 miles
    Test number
    771960915955
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface rust underside
  7. Fail117,680 miles (+7,216)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,680 miles
    Test number
    739138036013
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front/ rear (0.1 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface rust underside
  8. Pass110,464 miles (+151)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    110,464 miles
    Test number
    891029464058
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryHeat sheild slightly loose
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted at time off test
  9. Fail110,313 miles (+4,471)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,313 miles
    Test number
    984227093468
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryHeat sheild slightly loose
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted at time off test
  10. Pass105,842 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    105,842 miles
    Test number
    114497377915
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield slightly loose
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  11. Fail105,842 miles (+11,308)1 dangerous6 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,842 miles
    Test number
    410076505691
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  12. Pass94,534 miles (+6,899)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    94,534 miles
    Test number
    556321720401
    • AdvisoryExhaust box outer skin corroded
  13. Pass87,635 miles (+47)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    87,635 miles
    Test number
    548469493264
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Fail87,588 miles (+8,876)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,588 miles
    Test number
    520753003225
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  15. Pass78,712 miles (+104)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    78,712 miles
    Test number
    455506683510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail78,608 miles (+8,802)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,608 miles
    Test number
    778101394280
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  17. Pass69,806 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    69,806 miles
    Test number
    261396370359
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  18. Fail69,806 miles (+13,470)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,806 miles
    Test number
    122533650142
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  19. Pass56,336 miles (+13,291)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    56,336 miles
    Test number
    856935233282
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both d-bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both (2.7.4)
  20. Fail43,045 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,045 miles
    Test number
    479277834465
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass43,045 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    43,045 miles
    Test number
    968127334320
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T500 KSW

Does T500 KSW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 KSW is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 KSW?
The MOT on T500 KSW is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 KSW done?
T500 KSW was recorded at 143,292 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 8,849 miles a year.
Has T500 KSW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 KSW has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T500 KSW 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 KSW find?
T500 KSW passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front upper suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut turret; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; offside front upper suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut turret, and 2 more.

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