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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2004 · 2,460 cc

T500 PWSMOT history

T500 PWS is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 8 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 18 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 299,807 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Feb 2027
Mileage
299,807 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
10,444 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 PWS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
8 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 PWS was last recorded at 299,807 miles on 19 Feb 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
299,806 miles · 18 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
10,444 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 299,807 miles
  • 2025 – 297,522 miles
  • 2024 – 293,899 miles
  • 2023 – 291,252 miles
  • 2022 – 288,229 miles
  • 2021 – 282,286 miles
  • 2020 – 274,250 miles
  • 2019 – 268,415 miles
  • 2018 – 259,285 miles
  • 2017 – 251,785 miles
  • 2016 – 241,093 miles
  • 2015 – 229,564 miles
  • 2014 – 220,765 miles
  • 2013 – 213,059 miles
  • 2012 – 207,765 miles
  • 2011 – 203,245 miles
  • 2009 – 173,242 miles
  • 2008 – 137,670 miles
  • 2007 – 107,075 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass299,807 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both front of sills corroded and both rear sill ends corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 7 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass299,807 miles (+1)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    299,807 miles
    Test number
    480438935312
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both front of sills corroded and both rear sill ends corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Fail299,806 miles (+2,284)1 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    299,806 miles
    Test number
    783419306052
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both front of sills corroded and both rear sill ends corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass297,522 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    297,522 miles
    Test number
    539486710146
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both nearside and off side rear sills and sill ends (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail297,522 miles (+3,623)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    297,522 miles
    Test number
    156816317998
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both nearside and off side rear sills and sill ends (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass293,899 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    293,899 miles
    Test number
    990309146274
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail293,897 miles (+2,645)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    293,897 miles
    Test number
    816614318343
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass291,252 miles (+3,023)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    291,252 miles
    Test number
    416342632054
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Advise tracking check. suspect towing out too far (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass288,229 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    288,229 miles
    Test number
    841296513690
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail288,229 miles (+5,943)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    288,229 miles
    Test number
    371326040549
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass282,286 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    282,286 miles
    Test number
    671643741683
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Advise slight play in steering rack end
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Advise play in track rod end

  11. Fail282,286 miles (+8,036)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    282,286 miles
    Test number
    855584404351
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Advise slight play in steering rack end
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Advise play in track rod end

  12. Pass274,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    274,250 miles
    Test number
    924187159983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail274,250 miles (+5,835)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    274,250 miles
    Test number
    893017040219
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  14. Pass268,415 miles (+9,130)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    268,415 miles
    Test number
    537501721586
    • AdvisoryAdvise Centre and rear exhaust boxes deteriorated but are not blowing
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight play/movement in front Anti-roll-bar link D-bushes
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn heavily on the inside edge and is just acceptable.

  15. Pass259,285 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    259,285 miles
    Test number
    626237824923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail259,244 miles (+7,459)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    259,244 miles
    Test number
    377119665793
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded End of main pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded End of main pipe (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass251,785 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    251,785 miles
    Test number
    534342985009
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded rear end of main (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play in steering rack drop arm
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded rear end of main (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryAdvise exhaust corrosion but not blowing
    • AdvisoryAdvise this vehicle has aftermarket lights

  18. Fail251,785 miles (+10,692)1 dangerous2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,785 miles
    Test number
    635497577982
    • DangerousOffside Front bolt in edge of tyre
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded rear end of main (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play in steering rack drop arm
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded rear end of main (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryAdvise exhaust corrosion but not blowing
    • AdvisoryAdvise this vehicle has aftermarket lights

  19. Pass241,093 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    241,093 miles
    Test number
    331356989388
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail241,093 miles (+11,529)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,093 miles
    Test number
    751987644726
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass229,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    229,564 miles
    Test number
    988601005139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail229,564 miles (+8,799)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,564 miles
    Test number
    677550305145
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass220,765 miles (+7,706)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    220,765 miles
    Test number
    316385364087
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Pass213,059 miles (+5,294)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    213,059 miles
    Test number
    209190763036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass207,765 miles (+4,520)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    207,765 miles
    Test number
    519923152003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass203,245 miles (+30,003)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    203,245 miles
    Test number
    929546551028
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Pass173,242 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    173,242 miles
    Test number
    294698659273
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Fail173,242 miles (+35,572)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,242 miles
    Test number
    751547059210
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  29. Pass137,670 miles (+30,595)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    137,670 miles
    Test number
    730046048271
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteFront number plate is slightly discoloured
    • NoteRear number plate is slightly discoloured

  30. Pass107,075 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    107,075 miles
    Test number
    240100757295
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front anti roll bar link
    • NoteVery slight wiper smear

  31. Fail107,075 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,075 miles
    Test number
    751680657254
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front anti roll bar link
    • NoteVery slight wiper smear

Questions about T500 PWS

Does T500 PWS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 PWS is valid until 18 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 PWS?
The MOT on T500 PWS is valid until 18 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 PWS done?
T500 PWS was recorded at 299,807 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2026, an average of 10,444 miles a year.
Has T500 PWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 PWS has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T500 PWS 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 PWS find?
T500 PWS passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front service brake binding but not excessively both sides, and 9 more.

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