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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

T500 SAUMOT history

T500 SAU is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 6 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 17 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 177,739 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Oct 2026
Mileage
177,739 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,264 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 SAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
6 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T500 SAU was last recorded at 177,739 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 2,925 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,814 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,925 miles
Average per year
8,264 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,739 miles
  • 2025 – 174,814 miles
  • 2024 – 166,563 miles
  • 2023 – 159,884 miles
  • 2022 – 148,855 miles
  • 2021 – 145,175 miles
  • 2020 – 143,669 miles
  • 2019 – 143,006 miles
  • 2018 – 137,273 miles
  • 2017 – 127,601 miles
  • 2016 – 117,586 miles
  • 2015 – 105,585 miles
  • 2014 – 95,706 miles
  • 2013 – 79,167 miles
  • 2012 – 65,108 miles
  • 2011 – 51,870 miles
  • 2010 – 42,502 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail177,739 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRegistration plate inscription illegible Both incorrectly spaced (0.1 (b))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail177,739 miles (+2,925)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,739 miles
    Test number
    863904528900
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate inscription illegible Both incorrectly spaced (0.1 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass174,814 miles (+8,251)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    174,814 miles
    Test number
    465907148387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass166,563 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    166,563 miles
    Test number
    753480463798
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust corroded

  4. Fail166,562 miles (+6,678)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,562 miles
    Test number
    404788667075
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust corroded

  5. Pass159,884 miles (+11,029)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    159,884 miles
    Test number
    521471681427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass148,855 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    148,855 miles
    Test number
    917535634289
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Fail148,853 miles (+3,678)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,853 miles
    Test number
    848167839747
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass145,175 miles (+1,506)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    145,175 miles
    Test number
    463978480353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass143,669 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    143,669 miles
    Test number
    985233114051
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail143,669 miles (+663)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,669 miles
    Test number
    972675186513
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass143,006 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    143,006 miles
    Test number
    960336496714
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail143,006 miles (+5,733)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,006 miles
    Test number
    971121936881
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass137,273 miles (+9,672)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    137,273 miles
    Test number
    796899789767
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust is deteriorated

  14. Pass127,601 miles (+10,015)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    127,601 miles
    Test number
    327502156304
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inside shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear on the inside shoulders (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass117,586 miles (+3,278)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    117,586 miles
    Test number
    896942339449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass114,308 miles (+8,723)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    114,308 miles
    Test number
    642009338955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass105,585 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    105,585 miles
    Test number
    285236245155
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  18. Fail105,585 miles (+9,879)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,585 miles
    Test number
    565886645142
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass95,706 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    95,706 miles
    Test number
    349578144180
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail95,706 miles (+16,539)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,706 miles
    Test number
    869348144175
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBrake warning light on

  21. Pass79,167 miles (+14,059)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    79,167 miles
    Test number
    498544443159
    • NoteCrack on screen

  22. Pass65,108 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    65,108 miles
    Test number
    429889742186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail65,107 miles (+13,237)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,107 miles
    Test number
    709989442187
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteN/s/rear tyre on 2mm tread

  24. Pass51,870 miles (+9,368)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    51,870 miles
    Test number
    245291551172
    • NoteN/s/r tyre on 3mm

  25. Pass42,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    42,502 miles
    Test number
    420693850162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T500 SAU

Does T500 SAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 SAU is valid until 17 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T500 SAU?
The MOT on T500 SAU is valid until 17 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 SAU done?
T500 SAU was recorded at 177,739 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 8,264 miles a year.
Has T500 SAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 SAU has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T500 SAU 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 SAU find?
T500 SAU failed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 8 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush; nearside headlamp not working on dipped beam; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn, and 8 more.

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