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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

T500 NRHMOT history

T500 NRH is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 4 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 21 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 240,800 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Mar 2027
Mileage
240,800 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
10,940 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 NRH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
4 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 NRH was last recorded at 240,800 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 Dec 2015: 192,852 miles, lower than 192,858 miles on 30 Dec 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
240,800 miles · 9 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
10,940 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 240,800 miles
  • 2025 – 237,915 miles
  • 2024 – 235,483 miles
  • 2023 – 232,761 miles
  • 2022 – 228,060 miles
  • 2021 – 223,104 miles
  • 2020 – 218,119 miles
  • 2019 – 211,672 miles
  • 2018 – 204,982 miles
  • 2016 – 198,842 miles
  • 2015 – 192,852 miles
  • 2013 – 177,573 miles
  • 2012 – 146,957 miles
  • 2011 – 119,111 miles
  • 2010 – 90,341 miles
  • 2009 – 73,918 miles
  • 2008 – 58,123 miles
  • 2007 – 32,418 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass240,800 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 x rear (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryHeadlamps clouded causing faint patternRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear inner brake pads look low,advise checkRecorded 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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major6 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor5 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Coolant leak pipe above gearbox

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

33 tests since 22 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass240,800 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    240,800 miles
    Test number
    202395778962
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 x rear (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps clouded causing faint pattern
    • AdvisoryRear inner brake pads look low,advise check

  2. Fail240,800 miles (+2,885)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,800 miles
    Test number
    779387139628
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 x rear (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps clouded causing faint pattern
    • AdvisoryRear inner brake pads look low,advise check

  3. Pass237,915 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    237,915 miles
    Test number
    938623755761
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Coolant leak pipe above gearbox
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake calliper handbrake lever is sticking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of testable components

  4. Fail237,914 miles (+2,431)4 major2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,914 miles
    Test number
    849003851514
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing fuel cap (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake locking device missing locking clip from brake pipe to flexi (1.1.21 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Coolant leak pipe above gearbox
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake calliper handbrake lever is sticking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of testable components

  5. Pass235,483 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    235,483 miles
    Test number
    514906801439
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail235,483 miles (+2,722)8 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,483 miles
    Test number
    732841130148
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass232,761 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    232,761 miles
    Test number
    973461303507
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail232,761 miles (+4,701)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,761 miles
    Test number
    360434785743
    • MajorNearside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury side bar brackets sticking out (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass228,060 miles (+1)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    228,060 miles
    Test number
    420963288626
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all component's (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot lid does not open
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of component's

  10. Fail228,059 miles (+4,955)4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,059 miles
    Test number
    730571323203
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all component's (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot lid does not open
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of component's

  11. Pass223,104 miles (+4,985)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    223,104 miles
    Test number
    287433591714
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear and nsr outer (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass218,119 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    218,119 miles
    Test number
    255865237049
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main front to rear and both rear outers (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty and back box pealing

  13. Fail218,119 miles (+6,447)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,119 miles
    Test number
    173421168773
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main front to rear and both rear outers (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper splitting
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty and back box pealing

  14. Pass211,672 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    211,672 miles
    Test number
    419213568827
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear + front to rear main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door mirror casing damaged
    • AdvisoryAdvise exhaust system very rusty

  15. Fail211,672 miles (+6,690)1 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,672 miles
    Test number
    453822573838
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated cords exposed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear + front to rear main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door mirror casing damaged
    • AdvisoryAdvise exhaust system very rusty

  16. Pass204,982 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    204,982 miles
    Test number
    875851717586
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both main (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front Tyre's inner edges are nearly smooth
    • AdvisoryUndertray's fitted obscuring some components

  17. Fail204,981 miles (+6,139)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,981 miles
    Test number
    819718106306
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both main (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front Tyre's inner edges are nearly smooth
    • AdvisoryUndertray's fitted obscuring some components

  18. Pass198,842 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    198,842 miles
    Test number
    606412217287
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded Main (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail198,842 miles (+5,990)1 dangerous3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,842 miles
    Test number
    323503588960
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded Main (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass192,852 miles (-6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    192,852 miles
    Test number
    622425281086
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass192,858 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    192,858 miles
    Test number
    993268410875
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail192,852 miles (+15,279)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,852 miles
    Test number
    817722200645
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass177,573 miles (+399)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    177,573 miles
    Test number
    257658723423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail177,174 miles (+30,217)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,174 miles
    Test number
    919329213182
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  25. Pass146,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    146,957 miles
    Test number
    737411622146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail146,957 miles (+27,846)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,957 miles
    Test number
    496684912151
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear suspension bushes worn

  27. Pass119,111 miles (+28,770)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    119,111 miles
    Test number
    537347141124
    • NoteBoth front drop links worn
    • NoteRear number plate discoloured

  28. Fail90,341 miles3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,341 miles
    Test number
    812961430194
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear reg plate deteriorating

  29. Pass90,341 miles (+16,423)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    90,341 miles
    Test number
    963841230103
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear reg plate deteriorating

  30. Pass73,918 miles (+15,795)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    73,918 miles
    Test number
    762986209102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail58,123 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,123 miles
    Test number
    261502408433
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  32. Pass58,123 miles (+25,705)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    58,123 miles
    Test number
    840572708168
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  33. Pass32,418 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    32,418 miles
    Test number
    180393957023
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T500 NRH

Does T500 NRH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 NRH is valid until 21 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 NRH?
The MOT on T500 NRH is valid until 21 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 NRH done?
T500 NRH was recorded at 240,800 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 10,940 miles a year.
Has T500 NRH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 NRH has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T500 NRH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Dec 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T500 NRH find?
T500 NRH passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 x rear; coil spring corroded both front; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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