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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,500 cc

T500 RUDMOT history

T500 RUD is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 13 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 7 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 188,324 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Mar 2027
Mileage
188,324 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,186 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 RUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
13 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 RUD was last recorded at 188,324 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 1,380 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,944 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,380 miles
Average per year
2,186 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 188,324 miles
  • 2025 – 186,944 miles
  • 2024 – 185,888 miles
  • 2023 – 183,431 miles
  • 2022 – 181,297 miles
  • 2021 – 179,968 miles
  • 2020 – 178,329 miles
  • 2019 – 176,183 miles
  • 2018 – 172,641 miles
  • 2017 – 169,229 miles
  • 2016 – 166,341 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,324 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil pressure switch (8.4.1 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Both rear brake back-plates corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Engine covers and undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front brake hoses perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

15 tests since 11 Feb 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,324 miles (+1,380)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    188,324 miles
    Test number
    668561613538
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil pressure switch (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass186,944 miles (+1,056)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    186,944 miles
    Test number
    613034148345
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass185,888 miles (+20)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    185,888 miles
    Test number
    328394404139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake back-plates corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer outer skin rusty

  4. Fail185,868 miles (+2,437)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,868 miles
    Test number
    129747119825
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake back-plates corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer outer skins corroded

  5. Pass183,431 miles (+2,134)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    183,431 miles
    Test number
    154384492653
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer outer skins rusty
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear brake backplates corroded and holed

  6. Pass181,297 miles (+1,329)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    181,297 miles
    Test number
    536753054644
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reverse light not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer rusty

  7. Pass179,968 miles (+1,639)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    179,968 miles
    Test number
    555470132349
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin rusty

  8. Pass178,329 miles (+2,146)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    178,329 miles
    Test number
    216726680198
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencers rusty

  9. Pass176,183 miles (+3,542)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    176,183 miles
    Test number
    271252403251
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x 2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencers rusty x 2

  10. Pass172,641 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    172,641 miles
    Test number
    443525658134
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both rear (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake backplate corroded

  11. Fail172,641 miles (+3,412)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,641 miles
    Test number
    844677911728
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both rear (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake backplate corroded

  12. Pass169,229 miles (+127)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    169,229 miles
    Test number
    647751833037
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses perished
    • AdvisoryPlay in front anti roll bar d bushes
    • AdvisoryPlay in n/s/f steering inner tie rod
    • AdvisoryRear brake backing plates corroded heavily
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box badly corroded

  13. Fail169,102 miles (+2,761)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,102 miles
    Test number
    171381784116
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses perished
    • AdvisoryPlay in front anti roll bar d bushes
    • AdvisoryPlay in n/s/f steering inner tie rod
    • AdvisoryRear brake backing plates corroded heavily
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box badly corroded

  14. Pass166,341 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    166,341 miles
    Test number
    628588539314
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake back plate deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating

  15. Fail166,324 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,324 miles
    Test number
    301853139830
    • FailureOffside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake back plate deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating

Questions about T500 RUD

Does T500 RUD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 RUD is valid until 7 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 RUD?
The MOT on T500 RUD is valid until 7 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 RUD done?
T500 RUD was recorded at 188,324 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 2,186 miles a year.
Has T500 RUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 RUD has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T500 RUD 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 RUD find?
T500 RUD passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 6 more.

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