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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 2,460 cc

T500 MGWMOT history

T500 MGW is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 19 Jul 2006. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 283,094 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Nov 2026
Mileage
283,094 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,400 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 MGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
19 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 MGW was last recorded at 283,094 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 3,807 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
279,287 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,807 miles
Average per year
6,400 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 283,094 miles
  • 2024 – 279,287 miles
  • 2023 – 278,970 miles
  • 2022 – 278,704 miles
  • 2021 – 278,317 miles
  • 2020 – 277,652 miles
  • 2019 – 276,813 miles
  • 2018 – 275,988 miles
  • 2017 – 275,360 miles
  • 2016 – 274,537 miles
  • 2015 – 273,480 miles
  • 2014 – 271,551 miles
  • 2013 – 269,920 miles
  • 2012 – 268,478 miles
  • 2011 – 267,268 miles
  • 2010 – 224,017 miles
  • 2009 – 178,373 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass283,094 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Parking brake lever pivot obviously worn

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass283,094 miles (+3,807)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    283,094 miles
    Test number
    424447796548
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Pass279,287 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    279,287 miles
    Test number
    710077389820
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail279,285 miles (+315)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    279,285 miles
    Test number
    946818581756
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 35% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorParking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass278,970 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    278,970 miles
    Test number
    541413177836
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail278,969 miles (+265)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    278,969 miles
    Test number
    678145366415
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass278,704 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    278,704 miles
    Test number
    319363084450
    • MinorParking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail278,703 miles (+386)3 dangerous5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    278,703 miles
    Test number
    185558417598
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2454020 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorParking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass278,317 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    278,317 miles
    Test number
    439940226988
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail278,317 miles (+665)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    278,317 miles
    Test number
    801622114416
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass277,652 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    277,652 miles
    Test number
    406849582226
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail277,652 miles (+839)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    277,652 miles
    Test number
    725970151755
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass276,813 miles (+825)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    276,813 miles
    Test number
    602977921135
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass275,988 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    275,988 miles
    Test number
    828166373217
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail275,985 miles (+625)4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    275,985 miles
    Test number
    532481680038
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass275,360 miles (+823)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    275,360 miles
    Test number
    423467294203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass274,537 miles (+1,057)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    274,537 miles
    Test number
    718470046632
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySmall repair on offside front inner wheel rim

  17. Pass273,480 miles (+1,929)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    273,480 miles
    Test number
    379592385199
    • 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)

  18. Pass271,551 miles (+1,631)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    271,551 miles
    Test number
    337631374128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass269,920 miles (+1,442)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    269,920 miles
    Test number
    876194783188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass268,478 miles (+1,210)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    268,478 miles
    Test number
    659271782146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass267,268 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    267,268 miles
    Test number
    209733571467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail267,265 miles (+43,248)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    267,265 miles
    Test number
    898332571136
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass224,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    224,017 miles
    Test number
    233918240158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail224,017 miles (+45,644)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,017 miles
    Test number
    212825840428
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Fail178,373 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,373 miles
    Test number
    282049889110
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Pass178,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    178,373 miles
    Test number
    340759989196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T500 MGW

Does T500 MGW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 MGW is valid until 19 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T500 MGW?
The MOT on T500 MGW is valid until 19 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 MGW done?
T500 MGW was recorded at 283,094 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 6,400 miles a year.
Has T500 MGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 MGW has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T500 MGW 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 MGW find?
T500 MGW passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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