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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

T500 LEBMOT history

T500 LEB is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 201,860 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
201,860 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
13,922 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 LEB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 LEB was last recorded at 201,860 miles on 8 May 2026, 13,866 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,994 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
13,866 miles
Average per year
13,922 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 201,860 miles
  • 2025 – 187,994 miles
  • 2024 – 174,137 miles
  • 2023 – 161,785 miles
  • 2022 – 144,748 miles
  • 2021 – 134,230 miles
  • 2020 – 123,968 miles
  • 2019 – 110,603 miles
  • 2017 – 96,288 miles
  • 2016 – 73,903 miles
  • 2015 – 51,760 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass201,860 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySuspension components corroded
  • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

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.

  • Exhaust box outer skin corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Non standard suspension fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Non standard wheels fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Signs of both front wheels touching inner wheel arch trim

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 27 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass201,860 miles (+13,866)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    201,860 miles
    Test number
    112290356326
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  2. Pass187,994 miles (+13,857)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    187,994 miles
    Test number
    501123655082
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass174,137 miles (+233)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    174,137 miles
    Test number
    199396645165
    • AdvisoryExhaust box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryNon standard suspension fitted
    • AdvisoryNon standard wheels fitted
    • AdvisorySigns of both front wheels touching inner wheel arch trim

  4. Fail173,904 miles (+12,119)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,904 miles
    Test number
    413145887902
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryNon standard suspension fitted
    • AdvisoryNon standard wheels fitted
    • AdvisorySigns of both front wheels touching inner wheel arch trim

  5. Pass161,785 miles (+17,037)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    161,785 miles
    Test number
    766173391379
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear springs corroded
    • AdvisorySlight wear to both front lower arm rear bushes

  6. Pass144,748 miles (+10,518)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    144,748 miles
    Test number
    879581152787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass134,230 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    134,230 miles
    Test number
    576220563633
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear road wheel impact damage to outer rim

  8. Fail134,230 miles (+1,512)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,230 miles
    Test number
    871496841581
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear road wheel impact damage to outer rim

  9. Fail132,718 miles (+8,750)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,718 miles
    Test number
    971933301446
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres inner and outer edge wear
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre heavy edge wear

  10. Pass123,968 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    123,968 miles
    Test number
    446949647584
    • AdvisoryDifferent size wheels fitted front to rear

  11. Fail123,965 miles (+13,362)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,965 miles
    Test number
    832294059071
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBulb warning lamp illuminated on dash
    • AdvisoryDifferent size wheels fitted front to rear

  12. Pass110,603 miles (+14,315)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    110,603 miles
    Test number
    512426170015
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES,SLIGHT WEAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass96,288 miles (+22,385)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    96,288 miles
    Test number
    541624896304
    • 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)

  14. Pass73,903 miles (+181)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    73,903 miles
    Test number
    540540139317
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on edges (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail73,722 miles (+21,962)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,722 miles
    Test number
    686713290837
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass51,760 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    51,760 miles
    Test number
    287648405204
    • 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)

Questions about T500 LEB

Does T500 LEB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 LEB is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 LEB?
The MOT on T500 LEB is valid until 7 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 LEB done?
T500 LEB was recorded at 201,860 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 13,922 miles a year.
Has T500 LEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 LEB has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T500 LEB 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 LEB find?
T500 LEB passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 3 more.

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