Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

T500 LJDMOT history

T500 LJD is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 86,152 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
86,152 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,517 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T500 LJD in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T500 LJD
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
29 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 LJD was last recorded at 86,152 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 6,840 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,312 miles · 21 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,840 miles
Average per year
4,517 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,152 miles
  • 2025 – 79,312 miles
  • 2024 – 72,346 miles
  • 2023 – 65,414 miles
  • 2022 – 58,214 miles
  • 2021 – 52,530 miles
  • 2019 – 49,174 miles
  • 2018 – 47,104 miles
  • 2017 – 44,302 miles
  • 2016 – 37,540 miles
  • 2015 – 34,893 miles
  • 2014 – 33,307 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,152 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn low

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.

  • Gearbox mounting defective

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 15 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,152 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    86,152 miles
    Test number
    383352029623
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn low

  2. Fail86,152 miles (+6,840)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,152 miles
    Test number
    776767557276
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn low

  3. Pass79,312 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    79,312 miles
    Test number
    835552974295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail79,311 miles (+6,965)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,311 miles
    Test number
    412713354992
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass72,346 miles (+6,932)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    72,346 miles
    Test number
    174711088713
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryWheel trims fitted

  6. Pass65,414 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    65,414 miles
    Test number
    755748592857
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail65,413 miles (+7,199)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,413 miles
    Test number
    433025688342
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass58,214 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    58,214 miles
    Test number
    309510529154
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail58,212 miles (+5,682)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,212 miles
    Test number
    239801178122
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass52,530 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    52,530 miles
    Test number
    549419805959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail52,525 miles (+3,351)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,525 miles
    Test number
    367166704787
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  12. Pass49,174 miles (+2,070)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    49,174 miles
    Test number
    401024853858
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slightly out of shape
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre slightly out of shape

  13. Pass47,104 miles (+2,802)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    47,104 miles
    Test number
    400588768936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,302 miles (+6,762)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    44,302 miles
    Test number
    984436146744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,540 miles (+2,647)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    37,540 miles
    Test number
    629506532891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    34,893 miles
    Test number
    723339787823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail34,893 miles (+1,586)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,893 miles
    Test number
    874734498110
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  18. Pass33,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    33,307 miles
    Test number
    275276194478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T500 LJD

Does T500 LJD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 LJD is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 LJD?
The MOT on T500 LJD is valid until 26 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 LJD done?
T500 LJD was recorded at 86,152 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 4,517 miles a year.
Has T500 LJD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 LJD has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T500 LJD 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 LJD find?
T500 LJD passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; both rear tyres worn low.

Related registrations

Browse all T500L registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.