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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 2,460 cc

T500 RGNMOT history

T500 RGN is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 22 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 22 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 217,711 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Aug 2027
Mileage
217,711 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,675 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 RGN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
22 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 RGN was last recorded at 217,711 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 5,219 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,492 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,219 miles
Average per year
8,675 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 217,711 miles
  • 2025 – 212,492 miles
  • 2024 – 203,745 miles
  • 2023 – 199,455 miles
  • 2022 – 196,483 miles
  • 2021 – 194,101 miles
  • 2020 – 192,806 miles
  • 2018 – 188,291 miles
  • 2016 – 182,697 miles
  • 2015 – 176,033 miles
  • 2014 – 168,556 miles
  • 2013 – 159,091 miles
  • 2012 – 145,500 miles
  • 2011 – 127,616 miles
  • 2010 – 110,249 miles
  • 2009 – 92,285 miles
  • 2008 – 73,994 miles
  • 2007 – 54,845 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass217,711 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Spare tyre defective

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2022

  • Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Age related surface rust

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 8 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass217,711 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    217,711 miles
    Test number
    490315887791
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail217,711 miles (+5,219)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,711 miles
    Test number
    698079975974
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass212,492 miles (+8,747)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    212,492 miles
    Test number
    959038430788
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAge related surface rust

  4. Pass203,745 miles (+4,290)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    203,745 miles
    Test number
    490935715430
    • AdvisoryAge related surface rust

  5. Pass199,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    199,455 miles
    Test number
    316360744684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail199,455 miles (+2,972)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,455 miles
    Test number
    399241142591
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted and catching on road wheel on full lock (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass196,483 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    196,483 miles
    Test number
    910931108668
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged casing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  8. Fail196,483 miles (+2,382)1 repaired2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,483 miles
    Test number
    266882789886
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged casing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  9. Pass194,101 miles (+1)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    194,101 miles
    Test number
    164382410315
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer casing on shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust outer casing corroded

  10. Fail194,100 miles (+1,294)1 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,100 miles
    Test number
    871745734754
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer casing on shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust outer casing corroded

  11. Pass192,806 miles (+2)4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    192,806 miles
    Test number
    824101961482
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail192,804 miles (+4,513)1 dangerous2 major4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,804 miles
    Test number
    802611767714
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective Insecure and beam effected (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Due to insecure reflector within the headlamp unit (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass188,291 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    188,291 miles
    Test number
    192136995625
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

  14. Fail188,291 miles (+5,594)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,291 miles
    Test number
    258056988586
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

  15. Pass182,697 miles (+32)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    182,697 miles
    Test number
    545945129367
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre and rear section outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to rear suspension arms

  16. Fail182,665 miles (+6,632)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,665 miles
    Test number
    417912922726
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre and rear section outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to rear suspension arms

  17. Pass176,033 miles (+7,477)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    176,033 miles
    Test number
    579414716798
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  18. Pass168,556 miles (+9,465)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    168,556 miles
    Test number
    817041724325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass159,091 miles (+13,591)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    159,091 miles
    Test number
    815042823304
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass145,500 miles (+17,884)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    145,500 miles
    Test number
    666801722372
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass127,616 miles (+17,367)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    127,616 miles
    Test number
    709991221372
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass110,249 miles (+66)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    110,249 miles
    Test number
    733556320376
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteLight scratch on windscreen
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wall cracked
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wall cracked

  23. Fail110,183 miles (+17,898)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,183 miles
    Test number
    491363420390
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteLight scratch on windscreen
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wall cracked
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wall cracked

  24. Pass92,285 miles (+18,291)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    92,285 miles
    Test number
    581774829306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass73,994 miles (+19,149)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    73,994 miles
    Test number
    440211508470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass54,845 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    54,845 miles
    Test number
    381032317396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail54,845 miles1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,845 miles
    Test number
    693532217374
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T500 RGN

Does T500 RGN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 RGN is valid until 22 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 RGN?
The MOT on T500 RGN is valid until 22 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 RGN done?
T500 RGN was recorded at 217,711 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 8,675 miles a year.
Has T500 RGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 RGN has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T500 RGN 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 RGN find?
T500 RGN passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes.

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