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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,460 cc

T500 MGBMOT history

T500 MGB is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 24 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 218,737 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
218,737 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,560 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 MGB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
24 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 MGB was last recorded at 218,737 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 8,360 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
210,377 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
8,360 miles
Average per year
9,560 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 218,737 miles
  • 2025 – 210,377 miles
  • 2023 – 196,064 miles
  • 2022 – 188,607 miles
  • 2021 – 183,323 miles
  • 2020 – 181,470 miles
  • 2019 – 180,077 miles
  • 2018 – 178,279 miles
  • 2017 – 175,731 miles
  • 2016 – 173,320 miles
  • 2015 – 166,272 miles
  • 2014 – 155,473 miles
  • 2012 – 139,841 miles
  • 2011 – 117,619 miles
  • 2009 – 61,021 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,737 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides deteriorating (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass218,737 miles (+8,360)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    218,737 miles
    Test number
    399734860162
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides deteriorating (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass210,377 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    210,377 miles
    Test number
    324548164216
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail210,377 miles (+14,313)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,377 miles
    Test number
    540090182603
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass196,064 miles (+7,457)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    196,064 miles
    Test number
    994046622213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass188,607 miles (+5,284)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    188,607 miles
    Test number
    880739173536
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass183,323 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    183,323 miles
    Test number
    166626756902
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail183,323 miles (+1,853)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,323 miles
    Test number
    328009019767
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass181,470 miles (+1,393)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    181,470 miles
    Test number
    956812539947
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass180,077 miles (+1,798)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    180,077 miles
    Test number
    139460892796
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass178,279 miles (+2,548)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    178,279 miles
    Test number
    155253107845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass175,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    175,731 miles
    Test number
    554719051814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail175,731 miles (+2,411)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,731 miles
    Test number
    437639889845
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass173,320 miles (+7,048)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    173,320 miles
    Test number
    378194317964
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass166,272 miles (+10,799)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    166,272 miles
    Test number
    987077625018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Radius arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  15. Pass155,473 miles (+15,632)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    155,473 miles
    Test number
    985378824040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail139,841 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,841 miles
    Test number
    549659012382
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  17. Pass139,841 miles (+22,222)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    139,841 miles
    Test number
    958569612335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass117,619 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    117,619 miles
    Test number
    636455021387
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Fail117,616 miles (+56,595)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,616 miles
    Test number
    947722021307
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth front and rear brake discs worn and pitted

  20. Fail61,021 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,021 miles
    Test number
    420141609432
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake warning lamp on dashboard engine management lamp on

  21. Pass61,021 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    61,021 miles
    Test number
    491781509321
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake warning lamp on dashboard engine management lamp on

Questions about T500 MGB

Does T500 MGB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 MGB is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 MGB?
The MOT on T500 MGB is valid until 27 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 MGB done?
T500 MGB was recorded at 218,737 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 9,560 miles a year.
Has T500 MGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 MGB has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T500 MGB 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 MGB find?
T500 MGB passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both sides deteriorating; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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