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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 2,460 cc

T500 MKBMOT history

T500 MKB is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 6 Mar 2007. Its MOT expired on 14 Sept 2024 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 143,119 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Sept 2024
Mileage
143,119 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,666 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 MKB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
6 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T500 MKB was last recorded at 143,119 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 7,685 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,434 miles · 1 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
7,685 miles
Average per year
5,666 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,119 miles
  • 2023 – 135,434 miles
  • 2022 – 131,918 miles
  • 2021 – 129,105 miles
  • 2020 – 128,162 miles
  • 2019 – 127,125 miles
  • 2018 – 125,752 miles
  • 2017 – 120,144 miles
  • 2016 – 110,606 miles
  • 2014 – 88,549 miles
  • 2013 – 81,716 miles
  • 2012 – 78,157 miles
  • 2011 – 72,321 miles
  • 2010 – 53,661 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail143,119 miles
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm back bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Exhaust system corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

16 tests since 5 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail143,119 miles (+7,685)8 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,119 miles
    Test number
    682201894473
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass135,434 miles (+3,516)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    135,434 miles
    Test number
    721178361077
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm back bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked

  3. Pass131,918 miles (+2,813)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    131,918 miles
    Test number
    721115790221
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  4. Pass129,105 miles (+943)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    129,105 miles
    Test number
    432636783909
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone back bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass128,162 miles (+1,037)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    128,162 miles
    Test number
    769879524535
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm back bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass127,125 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    127,125 miles
    Test number
    533436991050
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly corroded

  7. Fail127,115 miles (+1,363)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,115 miles
    Test number
    758961764083
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass125,752 miles (+5,608)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    125,752 miles
    Test number
    475373184794
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  9. Pass120,144 miles (+9,538)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    120,144 miles
    Test number
    362566176529
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCrack in screen behind rear view mirror
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded and deteriorated

  10. Pass110,606 miles (+22,057)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    110,606 miles
    Test number
    492011640928
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 2/3 worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  11. Pass88,549 miles (+6,833)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    88,549 miles
    Test number
    765437684297
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass81,716 miles (+3,559)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    81,716 miles
    Test number
    837947783246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass78,157 miles (+5,836)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    78,157 miles
    Test number
    209030552208
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded and deteriated

  14. Pass72,321 miles (+18,660)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    72,321 miles
    Test number
    818178151239
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass53,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    53,661 miles
    Test number
    923424860059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail53,661 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,661 miles
    Test number
    441904660053
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about T500 MKB

Does T500 MKB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T500 MKB expired on 14 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T500 MKB?
The MOT on T500 MKB expired on 14 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T500 MKB done?
T500 MKB was recorded at 143,119 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 5,666 miles a year.
Has T500 MKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 MKB has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T500 MKB 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 MKB find?
T500 MKB failed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 8 major defects and 1 minor defect: horn not working; nearside front position lamp not working; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 6 more.

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