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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,461 cc

T500 RUMMOT history

T500 RUM is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 21 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 248,412 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
248,412 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
10,806 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 RUM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 RUM was last recorded at 248,412 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 6,209 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
242,203 miles · 19 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,209 miles
Average per year
10,806 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 248,412 miles
  • 2025 – 242,203 miles
  • 2024 – 237,026 miles
  • 2023 – 231,165 miles
  • 2021 – 226,828 miles
  • 2019 – 223,666 miles
  • 2018 – 215,397 miles
  • 2017 – 201,860 miles
  • 2016 – 195,560 miles
  • 2015 – 188,840 miles
  • 2014 – 185,148 miles
  • 2013 – 180,359 miles
  • 2012 – 167,519 miles
  • 2011 – 153,389 miles
  • 2010 – 134,095 miles
  • 2009 – 119,570 miles
  • 2008 – 100,231 miles
  • 2007 – 59,030 miles
  • 2006 – 33,622 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass248,412 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

31 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass248,412 miles (+6,209)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    248,412 miles
    Test number
    714850648320
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass242,203 miles (+5,177)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    242,203 miles
    Test number
    944194138115
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL BACK (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass237,026 miles (+5,861)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    237,026 miles
    Test number
    687987892132
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass231,165 miles (+4,337)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    231,165 miles
    Test number
    667453040559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass226,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    226,828 miles
    Test number
    133990358337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail226,828 miles (+3,162)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,828 miles
    Test number
    454558574038
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass223,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    223,666 miles
    Test number
    920466746028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail223,666 miles (+8,269)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,666 miles
    Test number
    543410811225
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass215,397 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    215,397 miles
    Test number
    893195668311
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail215,397 miles (+13,537)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,397 miles
    Test number
    606108767441
    • Repaired at testBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass201,860 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    201,860 miles
    Test number
    385128976869
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Fail201,838 miles (+6,278)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,838 miles
    Test number
    397542108566
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass195,560 miles (+6,720)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    195,560 miles
    Test number
    383681274914
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering rack inner joint slight play
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear tyres worn on inner edges

  14. Pass188,840 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    188,840 miles
    Test number
    796092755165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail188,834 miles (+3,686)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,834 miles
    Test number
    817610945179
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  16. Pass185,148 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    185,148 miles
    Test number
    348506634188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail185,131 miles (+4,772)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,131 miles
    Test number
    249324134116
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

  18. Pass180,359 miles (+25)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    180,359 miles
    Test number
    645447903170
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine leaking oil
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has two screws in and worn on inner edge

  19. Fail180,334 miles (+12,815)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,334 miles
    Test number
    617665703180
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine leaking oil
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has two screws in and worn on inner edge

  20. Pass167,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    167,519 miles
    Test number
    119657902121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail167,519 miles (+14,130)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,519 miles
    Test number
    148717902179
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  22. Pass153,389 miles (+19,294)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    153,389 miles
    Test number
    496606241051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass134,095 miles (+14,525)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    134,095 miles
    Test number
    191497460074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail119,570 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,570 miles
    Test number
    133732589049
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  25. Pass119,570 miles (+19,339)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    119,570 miles
    Test number
    241482889055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass100,231 miles (+41,201)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    100,231 miles
    Test number
    961815688039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass59,030 miles (+25,408)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    59,030 miles
    Test number
    680655497013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass33,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    33,622 miles
    Test number
    344855196090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass33,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    33,622 miles
    Test number
    254405396013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass33,622 miles (+173)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    33,622 miles
    Test number
    234605396079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail33,449 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,449 miles
    Test number
    300724296081
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about T500 RUM

Does T500 RUM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 RUM is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 RUM?
The MOT on T500 RUM is valid until 23 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 RUM done?
T500 RUM was recorded at 248,412 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 10,806 miles a year.
Has T500 RUM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 RUM has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T500 RUM 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 RUM find?
T500 RUM passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear.

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