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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,460 cc

T500 LEPMOT history

T500 LEP is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 26 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 5 of 10 MOT tests, with 165,578 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
165,578 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
10
5 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,402 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 LEP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
26 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 LEP was last recorded at 165,578 miles on 6 May 2026, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,559 miles · 5 May 2026
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
12,402 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 165,578 miles
  • 2024 – 155,311 miles
  • 2022 – 130,832 miles
  • 2021 – 103,816 miles
  • 2020 – 92,803 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,578 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipes have protective coatingsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront brake discs wearingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNsr tyre wearing close to legal limitRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySuspension corrodingRecorded 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

10 tests since 22 Jun 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,578 miles (+19)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    165,578 miles
    Test number
    440707340634
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes have protective coatings
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs wearing
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre wearing close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySuspension corroding

  2. Fail165,559 miles (+10,248)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,559 miles
    Test number
    535992527618
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm osr (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn nsf (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator front (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator rear pads and discs (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension arm ball joint excessively worn osf (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn nsf (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes have protective coatings
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs wearing
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre wearing close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySuspension corroding

  3. Pass155,311 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    155,311 miles
    Test number
    314849065293
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail155,311 miles (+24,479)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,311 miles
    Test number
    591070916178
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass130,832 miles (+27,016)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    130,832 miles
    Test number
    345421357592
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSF OSF (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass103,816 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    103,816 miles
    Test number
    169884407528
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Fail103,816 miles (+1,653)1 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,816 miles
    Test number
    608066353447
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment Insecure (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Fail102,163 miles (+9,360)3 dangerous5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,163 miles
    Test number
    449848377202
    • DangerousNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp after dpf (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear silencer on exhaust system has damage to external skin
    • AdvisoryPark brake tell tale dash lamp not working

  9. Pass92,803 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    92,803 miles
    Test number
    707504557381
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail92,776 miles5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,776 miles
    Test number
    860986772236
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Questions about T500 LEP

Does T500 LEP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 LEP is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 LEP?
The MOT on T500 LEP is valid until 5 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 LEP done?
T500 LEP was recorded at 165,578 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 12,402 miles a year.
Has T500 LEP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 LEP has failed 5 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T500 LEP 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 LEP find?
T500 LEP passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 5 advisories: brake pipes have protective coatings; front brake discs wearing; nsr tyre wearing close to legal limit, and 2 more.

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