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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

T500 RPSMOT history

T500 RPS is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 220,827 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
220,827 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
8,043 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 RPS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 RPS was last recorded at 220,827 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 2,045 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Jun 2023: 215,075 miles, lower than 216,072 miles on 27 May 2023.

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
218,782 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,045 miles
Average per year
8,043 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 220,827 miles
  • 2025 – 218,782 miles
  • 2024 – 218,750 miles
  • 2023 – 215,075 miles
  • 2022 – 208,936 miles
  • 2021 – 196,363 miles
  • 2020 – 183,902 miles
  • 2019 – 161,370 miles
  • 2018 – 145,980 miles
  • 2017 – 137,796 miles
  • 2016 – 136,259 miles
  • 2015 – 134,274 miles
  • 2014 – 131,514 miles
  • 2013 – 128,908 miles
  • 2011 – 127,019 miles
  • 2010 – 109,190 miles
  • 2009 – 85,758 miles
  • 2008 – 75,531 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,827 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both side

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Corrosion on exhaust

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust noisy Rear silencers missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 28 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,827 miles (+2,045)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    220,827 miles
    Test number
    874316893483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass218,782 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    218,782 miles
    Test number
    927009591138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail218,750 miles (+3,675)2 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,750 miles
    Test number
    777873606698
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 34% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mount worn
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  4. Pass215,075 miles (-997)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    215,075 miles
    Test number
    700475562594
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy Rear silencers missing (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront fog lights not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail216,072 miles (+7,136)3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,072 miles
    Test number
    568690273206
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy Rear silencers missing (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront fog lights not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass208,936 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    208,936 miles
    Test number
    770905407230
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy silencer missing (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low & on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  7. Fail208,936 miles (+12,573)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,936 miles
    Test number
    229226392274
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy silencer missing (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low & on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  8. Pass196,363 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    196,363 miles
    Test number
    808306426801
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust shield damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake backplate damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both side (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail196,363 miles (+12,461)8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,363 miles
    Test number
    475259381879
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust shield damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake backplate damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both side (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass183,902 miles (+10)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    183,902 miles
    Test number
    514398077411
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both side (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on dash
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on exhaust

  11. Fail183,892 miles (+22,522)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,892 miles
    Test number
    752440598453
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both side (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on dash
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on exhaust

  12. Pass161,370 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    161,370 miles
    Test number
    611611772671
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both side (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on exhaust

  13. Fail161,370 miles (+15,390)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,370 miles
    Test number
    848828166645
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both side (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on exhaust

  14. Pass145,980 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    145,980 miles
    Test number
    656705246317
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre sidewall slight damage.

  15. Fail145,980 miles (+8,184)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,980 miles
    Test number
    405841966317
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre sidewall slight damage.

  16. Pass137,796 miles (+1,537)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    137,796 miles
    Test number
    933637861015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass136,259 miles (+1,985)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    136,259 miles
    Test number
    759612961611
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both arms (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass134,274 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    134,274 miles
    Test number
    729195455030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail134,274 miles (+2,760)2 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,274 miles
    Test number
    866405455030
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass131,514 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    131,514 miles
    Test number
    846875354006
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail131,514 miles (+2,606)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,514 miles
    Test number
    738575154087
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePower steering pipe insecure

  22. Pass128,908 miles (+1,889)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    128,908 miles
    Test number
    399084753099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail127,019 miles (+208)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,019 miles
    Test number
    939907431119
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass126,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    126,811 miles
    Test number
    726145191068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail126,811 miles (+17,621)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,811 miles
    Test number
    726582891019
    • FailureNearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  26. Pass109,190 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    109,190 miles
    Test number
    801216670045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside and offside rear spring rubber seats split -metal seats underneath
    • NoteOffside rear brake pad waring lamp wire broken
    • NoteSlight twist on offside front brake hose

  27. Fail109,190 miles (+23,432)1 failure3 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,190 miles
    Test number
    953195470041
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside and offside rear spring rubber seats split -metal seats underneath
    • NoteOffside rear brake pad waring lamp wire broken
    • NoteSlight twist on offside front brake hose

  28. Pass85,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    85,758 miles
    Test number
    663481969048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail85,758 miles (+10,227)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,758 miles
    Test number
    892948759027
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  30. Pass75,531 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    75,531 miles
    Test number
    641380168029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  31. Fail75,531 miles5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,531 miles
    Test number
    760859958016
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

Questions about T500 RPS

Does T500 RPS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 RPS is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 RPS?
The MOT on T500 RPS is valid until 26 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 RPS done?
T500 RPS was recorded at 220,827 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 8,043 miles a year.
Has T500 RPS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 RPS has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on T500 RPS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Jun 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T500 RPS find?
T500 RPS passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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