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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

T500 MGNMOT history

T500 MGN is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jun 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 207,897 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jun 2027
Mileage
207,897 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,455 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 MGN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
1 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 MGN was last recorded at 207,897 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 3,962 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
203,935 miles · 3 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,962 miles
Average per year
9,455 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 207,897 miles
  • 2025 – 203,935 miles
  • 2024 – 199,729 miles
  • 2023 – 196,198 miles
  • 2022 – 190,270 miles
  • 2021 – 185,677 miles
  • 2020 – 182,915 miles
  • 2019 – 178,765 miles
  • 2018 – 175,329 miles
  • 2017 – 172,851 miles
  • 2015 – 167,527 miles
  • 2014 – 125,749 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass207,897 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear number plate slightly loose

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.

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 14 Feb 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass207,897 miles (+3,962)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    207,897 miles
    Test number
    956011859484
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear number plate slightly loose

  2. Pass203,935 miles (+4,206)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    203,935 miles
    Test number
    836531022260
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cables in a poor condition
    • AdvisorySlight wear/play on front lower arm bushes
    • AdvisorySmall splits on front antiroll bar link boots!

  3. Pass199,729 miles (+3,531)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    199,729 miles
    Test number
    578484686572
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 x rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySmall splits on both front antiroll bar link boots
    • AdvisoryVery slight bind n/s/r brake

  4. Pass196,198 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    196,198 miles
    Test number
    226853139135
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 x fitted in rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail196,198 miles (+5,928)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,198 miles
    Test number
    516269583878
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 x fitted in rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass190,270 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    190,270 miles
    Test number
    629089540412
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front free play at wheel

  7. Fail190,269 miles (+4,592)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,269 miles
    Test number
    307185283863
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front free play at wheel

  8. Pass185,677 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    185,677 miles
    Test number
    228293919739
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryStone chip on windscreen

  9. Fail185,677 miles (+2,762)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,677 miles
    Test number
    628298615708
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryStone chip on windscreen

  10. Pass182,915 miles (+4,150)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    182,915 miles
    Test number
    849160095736
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface rust brake discs

  11. Pass178,765 miles (+3,436)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    178,765 miles
    Test number
    719587897438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass175,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    175,329 miles
    Test number
    683362154372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail175,329 miles (+2,478)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,329 miles
    Test number
    820150787121
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass172,851 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    172,851 miles
    Test number
    336460119351
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  15. Fail172,851 miles (+5,324)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,851 miles
    Test number
    730502379178
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  16. Pass167,527 miles (+41,778)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    167,527 miles
    Test number
    505300516410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass125,749 miles (+34,080)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    125,749 miles
    Test number
    976835164232
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWindscreen has damage outside of swept area

  18. Pass91,669 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    91,669 miles
    Test number
    906275044063
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamage to windscreen outside of swept area

Questions about T500 MGN

Does T500 MGN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 MGN is valid until 8 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 MGN?
The MOT on T500 MGN is valid until 8 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 MGN done?
T500 MGN was recorded at 207,897 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 9,455 miles a year.
Has T500 MGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 MGN has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T500 MGN 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 MGN find?
T500 MGN passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 6 more.

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