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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,968 cc

T500 SDSMOT history

T500 SDS is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Jan 2013. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 157,659 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
157,659 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,542 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 SDS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
28 Jan 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 SDS was last recorded at 157,659 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,643 miles · 11 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
7,542 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,659 miles
  • 2025 – 147,969 miles
  • 2024 – 138,143 miles
  • 2023 – 133,449 miles
  • 2022 – 128,673 miles
  • 2021 – 122,626 miles
  • 2019 – 113,472 miles
  • 2018 – 106,281 miles
  • 2017 – 93,362 miles
  • 2016 – 83,654 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,659 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 24 Jun 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,659 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    157,659 miles
    Test number
    627133438809
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail157,643 miles (+9,674)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,643 miles
    Test number
    605422391572
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass147,969 miles (+9,826)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    147,969 miles
    Test number
    952351318922
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber dust covers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass138,143 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    138,143 miles
    Test number
    848561598198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail138,135 miles (+4,686)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,135 miles
    Test number
    703735673283
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
  6. Pass133,449 miles (+4,776)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    133,449 miles
    Test number
    820839011127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in-between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in-between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded centre silencer peeling outer skin
  7. Pass128,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    128,673 miles
    Test number
    602050147834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail128,673 miles (+6,047)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,673 miles
    Test number
    968192012907
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  9. Pass122,626 miles (+9,154)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    122,626 miles
    Test number
    510942811083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass113,472 miles (+7,191)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    113,472 miles
    Test number
    689316097702
    • AdvisoryEngine revs not enough to trigger emissions machine
  11. Pass106,281 miles (+12,919)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    106,281 miles
    Test number
    317557322807
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Slightly smear the screen (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  12. Pass93,362 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    93,362 miles
    Test number
    739891346499
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to offside rear seatbelt.
  13. Fail93,362 miles (+9,708)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,362 miles
    Test number
    921659784735
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to offside rear seatbelt.
  14. Pass83,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    83,654 miles
    Test number
    556688403283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T500 SDS

Does T500 SDS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 SDS is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 SDS?
The MOT on T500 SDS is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 SDS done?
T500 SDS was recorded at 157,659 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 7,542 miles a year.
Has T500 SDS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 SDS has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T500 SDS 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 SDS find?
T500 SDS passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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