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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

T500 RSWMOT history

T500 RSW is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 129,989 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Dec 2026
Mileage
129,989 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,417 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 RSW
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
1 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 RSW was last recorded at 129,989 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 124 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,865 miles · 19 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
124 miles
Average per year
5,417 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 129,989 miles
  • 2024 – 123,870 miles
  • 2023 – 119,175 miles
  • 2022 – 114,786 miles
  • 2021 – 109,620 miles
  • 2020 – 102,272 miles
  • 2019 – 92,598 miles
  • 2018 – 84,853 miles
  • 2017 – 81,114 miles
  • 2016 – 76,616 miles
  • 2015 – 73,181 miles
  • 2014 – 70,096 miles
  • 2013 – 66,703 miles
  • 2012 – 63,245 miles
  • 2011 – 59,636 miles
  • 2010 – 54,054 miles
  • 2009 – 47,384 miles
  • 2008 – 40,838 miles
  • 2007 – 28,085 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,989 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Central Exhaust box outer skin deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Exhaust box outer skin deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,989 miles (+124)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    129,989 miles
    Test number
    384474676872
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail129,865 miles (+5,995)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,865 miles
    Test number
    548251094990
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass123,870 miles (+4,695)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    123,870 miles
    Test number
    697168510056
    • MinorCentral Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass119,175 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    119,175 miles
    Test number
    861385289886
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail119,175 miles (+4,389)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,175 miles
    Test number
    897420719261
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass114,786 miles (+50)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    114,786 miles
    Test number
    875698694035
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust box outer skin deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box outer skin deteriorated

  7. Fail114,736 miles (+5,116)1 major2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,736 miles
    Test number
    294497612341
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust box outer skin deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box outer skin deteriorated

  8. Pass109,620 miles (+7,348)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    109,620 miles
    Test number
    809121276295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass102,272 miles (+9,674)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    102,272 miles
    Test number
    892826753059
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass92,598 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    92,598 miles
    Test number
    847876310682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail92,598 miles (+7,745)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,598 miles
    Test number
    121768000919
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass84,853 miles (+3,739)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    84,853 miles
    Test number
    455185449858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass81,114 miles (+4,498)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    81,114 miles
    Test number
    666378574822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass76,616 miles (+3,435)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    76,616 miles
    Test number
    146540899147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass73,181 miles (+3,085)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    73,181 miles
    Test number
    477681395093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,096 miles (+3,393)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    70,096 miles
    Test number
    406887584004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass66,703 miles (+3,458)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    66,703 miles
    Test number
    378683393097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail63,245 miles1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,245 miles
    Test number
    157359782083
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perishing
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating

  19. Pass63,245 miles (+3,609)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    63,245 miles
    Test number
    745579382040
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perishing
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating

  20. Pass59,636 miles (+5,582)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    59,636 miles
    Test number
    916224391034
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/rear tyre starting to perish
    • NoteRear number plate starting to deteriorate

  21. Pass54,054 miles (+6,670)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    54,054 miles
    Test number
    241536870046
    • NoteWater marks rear no. plate

  22. Pass47,384 miles (+6,546)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    47,384 miles
    Test number
    404856079041
    • NoteSlight water marks rear no. plate

  23. Pass40,838 miles (+12,753)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    40,838 miles
    Test number
    390560088016
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Pass28,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    28,085 miles
    Test number
    554980747025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T500 RSW

Does T500 RSW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 RSW is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T500 RSW?
The MOT on T500 RSW is valid until 10 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 RSW done?
T500 RSW was recorded at 129,989 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 5,417 miles a year.
Has T500 RSW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 RSW has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T500 RSW 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 RSW find?
T500 RSW passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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