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Volkswagen Transporter

White and Green · Diesel · 2007 · 1,896 cc

T500 MTDMOT history

T500 MTD is a white and green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 9 May 2007. Its MOT is valid until 6 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 171,739 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Dec 2026
Mileage
171,739 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2025
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,499 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 MTD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White and Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
9 May 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 MTD was last recorded at 171,739 miles on 24 Nov 2025, 7,255 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
164,484 miles · 30 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
7,255 miles
Average per year
9,499 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 171,739 miles
  • 2024 – 164,484 miles
  • 2023 – 158,171 miles
  • 2022 – 152,412 miles
  • 2021 – 146,332 miles
  • 2020 – 141,281 miles
  • 2019 – 132,203 miles
  • 2018 – 121,542 miles
  • 2017 – 112,127 miles
  • 2016 – 101,666 miles
  • 2015 – 88,634 miles
  • 2014 – 77,349 miles
  • 2013 – 64,762 miles
  • 2012 – 46,912 miles
  • 2011 – 35,276 miles
  • 2010 – 24,717 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,739 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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 Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,739 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    171,739 miles
    Test number
    147768752001
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail171,739 miles (+7,255)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,739 miles
    Test number
    900407426112
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass164,484 miles (+6,313)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    164,484 miles
    Test number
    189767524838
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass158,171 miles (+5,759)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    158,171 miles
    Test number
    835052474842
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass152,412 miles (+6,080)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    152,412 miles
    Test number
    485902663229
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass146,332 miles (+5,051)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    146,332 miles
    Test number
    762981977426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass141,281 miles (+9,078)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    141,281 miles
    Test number
    534603498495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass132,203 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    132,203 miles
    Test number
    392053853475
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail132,200 miles (+10,658)4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,200 miles
    Test number
    451417659497
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pipe split n/s (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass121,542 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    121,542 miles
    Test number
    336011083454
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail121,536 miles (+9,409)1 dangerous4 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,536 miles
    Test number
    830108750545
    • DangerousRear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Seat belt installation anchorage insecure (10.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass112,127 miles (+10,461)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    112,127 miles
    Test number
    471028732024
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass101,666 miles (+13,032)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    101,666 miles
    Test number
    149855703880
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass88,634 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    88,634 miles
    Test number
    513617818994
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both D bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded but no leaks
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail88,634 miles (+11,285)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,634 miles
    Test number
    127359207738
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords also low on inner edge 275/40/20 (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both D bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc modified but not seriously weakened s (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded but no leaks
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass77,349 miles (+12,587)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    77,349 miles
    Test number
    726937434331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,762 miles (+17,850)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    64,762 miles
    Test number
    409656233417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  18. Pass46,912 miles (+11,636)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,912 miles
    Test number
    816104362104
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAdvise rear silencer deteriorated.

  19. Pass35,276 miles (+10,559)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    35,276 miles
    Test number
    859462051185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,717 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    24,717 miles
    Test number
    810554150102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T500 MTD

Does T500 MTD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 MTD is valid until 6 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T500 MTD?
The MOT on T500 MTD is valid until 6 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 MTD done?
T500 MTD was recorded at 171,739 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2025, an average of 9,499 miles a year.
Has T500 MTD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 MTD has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T500 MTD 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 MTD find?
T500 MTD passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: central rear upper stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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