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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

T500 MGLMOT history

T500 MGL is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 6 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 4 Aug 2026 and it has passed 14 of 26 MOT tests, with 128,092 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Aug 2026
Mileage
128,092 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2025
MOT tests
26
14 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,718 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 MGL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
6 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 MGL was last recorded at 128,092 miles on 5 Aug 2025, 4,119 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,973 miles · 2 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
4,119 miles
Average per year
3,718 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 128,092 miles
  • 2024 – 123,973 miles
  • 2023 – 122,132 miles
  • 2022 – 121,258 miles
  • 2021 – 120,180 miles
  • 2019 – 119,937 miles
  • 2018 – 118,826 miles
  • 2017 – 117,912 miles
  • 2016 – 117,203 miles
  • 2015 – 109,845 miles
  • 2013 – 94,725 miles
  • 2012 – 83,817 miles
  • 2011 – 76,415 miles
  • 2010 – 72,836 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,092 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

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 corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Under trays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Both front tyres very close to body on lock to lock check

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear tyre getting low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 25 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,092 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    128,092 miles
    Test number
    872912531695
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail128,092 miles (+4,119)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,092 miles
    Test number
    421935964425
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass123,973 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    123,973 miles
    Test number
    114311748073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre getting low

  4. Fail123,970 miles (+1,838)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,970 miles
    Test number
    541524198397
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre getting low

  5. Pass122,132 miles (+874)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    122,132 miles
    Test number
    966774046087
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washer working but poor pipe leaking near bonnet hinge
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

  6. Pass121,258 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    121,258 miles
    Test number
    266089024539
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

  7. Fail121,246 miles (+1,066)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,246 miles
    Test number
    613232095041
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

  8. Pass120,180 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    120,180 miles
    Test number
    443461531708
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's lower seat padding insecure at front of seat
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty

  9. Fail120,180 miles (+243)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,180 miles
    Test number
    356414402247
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's lower seat padding insecure at front of seat
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty

  10. Pass119,937 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    119,937 miles
    Test number
    487401582252
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres very close to body on lock to lock check

  11. Fail119,937 miles (+1,111)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,937 miles
    Test number
    110157062980
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres very close to body on lock to lock check

  12. Pass118,826 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    118,826 miles
    Test number
    282587377410
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded going to rear brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres very close to body on lock to lock check

  13. Fail118,826 miles (+914)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,826 miles
    Test number
    724545409497
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded going to rear brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres very close to body on lock to lock check

  14. Pass117,912 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    117,912 miles
    Test number
    884869345931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail117,909 miles (+706)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,909 miles
    Test number
    698171957351
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass117,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    117,203 miles
    Test number
    417142728161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail117,203 miles (+7,358)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,203 miles
    Test number
    892558674716
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass109,845 miles (+90)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    109,845 miles
    Test number
    566609145156
    • NoteNearside front tyre has a cut on the outer side wall but not deep enough to show cords
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear tyres wearing on edges

  19. Fail109,755 miles (+15,030)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,755 miles
    Test number
    338586245198
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has a cut on the outer side wall but not deep enough to show cords
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear tyres wearing on edges

  20. Pass94,725 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    94,725 miles
    Test number
    175102043230
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Fail94,725 miles (+10,908)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,725 miles
    Test number
    575800543214
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on edges

  22. Pass83,817 miles (+7,402)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    83,817 miles
    Test number
    888765492120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass76,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    76,415 miles
    Test number
    628656061134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail76,415 miles (+3,579)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,415 miles
    Test number
    745215161172
    • FailureCentre Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  25. Pass72,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    72,836 miles
    Test number
    360060470446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail72,836 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,836 miles
    Test number
    751158860290
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about T500 MGL

Does T500 MGL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T500 MGL expired on 4 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T500 MGL?
The MOT on T500 MGL expired on 4 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T500 MGL done?
T500 MGL was recorded at 128,092 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2025, an average of 3,718 miles a year.
Has T500 MGL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 MGL has failed 12 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T500 MGL 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 MGL find?
T500 MGL passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge.; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge..

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