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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 2,460 cc

T500 MLRMOT history

T500 MLR is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 7 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 157,453 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jun 2027
Mileage
157,453 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,308 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 MLR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
7 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 MLR was last recorded at 157,453 miles on 5 Jun 2026, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,432 miles · 2 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
6,308 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,453 miles
  • 2025 – 157,360 miles
  • 2024 – 156,959 miles
  • 2023 – 155,338 miles
  • 2019 – 152,611 miles
  • 2018 – 147,633 miles
  • 2017 – 145,894 miles
  • 2016 – 143,221 miles
  • 2015 – 138,210 miles
  • 2014 – 127,211 miles
  • 2013 – 114,024 miles
  • 2011 – 101,413 miles
  • 2010 – 86,917 miles
  • 2009 – 71,805 miles
  • 2008 – 54,075 miles
  • 2007 – 38,814 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,453 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring not sat properlyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear arm pipes (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,453 miles (+21)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    157,453 miles
    Test number
    653222653624
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring not sat properly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear arm pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail157,432 miles (+72)5 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,432 miles
    Test number
    222407992375
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring not sat properly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear arm pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass157,360 miles (+401)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    157,360 miles
    Test number
    939277912186
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring not sat correct
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material axel to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring sat incorrect
    • AdvisoryBattery - terminal loose
  4. Pass156,959 miles (+8)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    156,959 miles
    Test number
    577782333432
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Fail156,951 miles (+18)6 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,951 miles
    Test number
    338821510618
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged Handbrake cable (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Fail156,933 miles (+1,595)4 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,933 miles
    Test number
    349777583720
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass155,338 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    155,338 miles
    Test number
    430795521606
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Fail155,331 miles (+2,720)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,331 miles
    Test number
    470154890691
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass152,611 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    152,611 miles
    Test number
    107808537139
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays / engine / body covers fitted at time of test restricting the view of some components
  10. Fail152,599 miles (+4,966)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,599 miles
    Test number
    319399271547
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays / engine / body covers fitted at time of test restricting the view of some components
  11. Pass147,633 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    147,633 miles
    Test number
    985519328901
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
  12. Fail147,633 miles (+1,739)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,633 miles
    Test number
    367071652027
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported box (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
  13. Pass145,894 miles (+2,673)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    145,894 miles
    Test number
    437151895339
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass143,221 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    143,221 miles
    Test number
    533828551659
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  15. Fail143,221 miles (+5,011)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,221 miles
    Test number
    435678197503
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass138,210 miles (+10,999)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    138,210 miles
    Test number
    735224055081
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  17. Pass127,211 miles (+13,187)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    127,211 miles
    Test number
    186153954062
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to distort
  18. Pass114,024 miles (+12,611)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    114,024 miles
    Test number
    717308623025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass101,413 miles (+14,496)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    101,413 miles
    Test number
    697091911360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass86,917 miles (+15,112)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    86,917 miles
    Test number
    402436510441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass71,805 miles (+17,730)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    71,805 miles
    Test number
    242087919392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail54,075 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,075 miles
    Test number
    103926728257
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  23. Pass54,075 miles (+15,261)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    54,075 miles
    Test number
    681736728279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    38,814 miles
    Test number
    643486527249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T500 MLR

Does T500 MLR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 MLR is valid until 4 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 MLR?
The MOT on T500 MLR is valid until 4 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 MLR done?
T500 MLR was recorded at 157,453 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2026, an average of 6,308 miles a year.
Has T500 MLR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 MLR has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T500 MLR 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 MLR find?
T500 MLR passed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central exhaust box corroded; nearside rear coil spring not sat properly, and 6 more.

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