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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 2,460 cc

T500 SEEMOT history

T500 SEE is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 12 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 456,076 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
456,076 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
22,421 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 SEE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
12 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 SEE was last recorded at 456,076 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 11,460 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Jan 2013: 27,278 miles, lower than 226,314 miles on 13 Jan 2012.
  • 10 Jan 2014: 28,332 miles, lower than 283,305 miles on 3 Jan 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
444,616 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
11,460 miles
Average per year
22,421 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 456,076 miles
  • 2025 – 444,616 miles
  • 2024 – 432,487 miles
  • 2023 – 421,267 miles
  • 2022 – 415,815 miles
  • 2021 – 402,243 miles
  • 2020 – 386,638 miles
  • 2019 – 367,953 miles
  • 2018 – 358,883 miles
  • 2017 – 337,288 miles
  • 2016 – 323,209 miles
  • 2015 – 305,736 miles
  • 2014 – 28,332 miles
  • 2013 – 27,278 miles
  • 2012 – 226,314 miles
  • 2011 – 173,592 miles
  • 2010 – 132,009 miles
  • 2009 – 96,584 miles
  • 2008 – 50,014 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass456,076 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))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.

  • Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 14 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass456,076 miles (+11,460)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    456,076 miles
    Test number
    931163038701
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  2. Pass444,616 miles (+2)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    444,616 miles
    Test number
    957811907326
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  3. Fail444,614 miles (+12,127)5 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    444,614 miles
    Test number
    925210576010
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  4. Pass432,487 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    432,487 miles
    Test number
    427688486780
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail432,484 miles (+11,217)1 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    432,484 miles
    Test number
    849431002218
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass421,267 miles (+5,452)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    421,267 miles
    Test number
    570172242862
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering noisey

  7. Pass415,815 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    415,815 miles
    Test number
    490402852507
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Non obligatory mirror damaged Slightly defective
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryThe power steering pump is noisy

  8. Fail415,815 miles (+13,572)1 dangerous1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    415,815 miles
    Test number
    110508854277
    • DangerousNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Non obligatory mirror damaged Slightly defective
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryThe power steering pump is noisy

  9. Pass402,243 miles (+15,605)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    402,243 miles
    Test number
    415773195507
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect slight weep from shock absorber (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump noisy
    • AdvisoryRear reflectors in poor condition
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure O/S under shield insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass386,638 miles (+108)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    386,638 miles
    Test number
    858201364690
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail386,530 miles (+18,577)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    386,530 miles
    Test number
    200096380417
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle or outside (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass367,953 miles (+9,070)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    367,953 miles
    Test number
    763110467997
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing uneven wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass358,883 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    358,883 miles
    Test number
    100956973604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail358,821 miles (+371)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    358,821 miles
    Test number
    565213478562
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working Replaced bulb. (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Fail358,450 miles (+21,162)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    358,450 miles
    Test number
    311787049288
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers slightly smearing

  16. Pass337,288 miles (+14,079)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    337,288 miles
    Test number
    917931903598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass323,209 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    323,209 miles
    Test number
    718687666524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail323,178 miles (+17,442)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    323,178 miles
    Test number
    877008221298
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  19. Pass305,736 miles (+162)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    305,736 miles
    Test number
    175630725004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail305,574 miles (+277,242)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    305,574 miles
    Test number
    866182515051
    • DangerousAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass28,332 miles (-254,973)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    28,332 miles
    Test number
    809830114059
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Fail283,305 miles (+256,027)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    283,305 miles
    Test number
    477483704088
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass27,278 miles (-199,036)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    27,278 miles
    Test number
    278699723096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass226,314 miles (+52,722)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    226,314 miles
    Test number
    589193312027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  25. Pass173,592 miles (+41,583)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    173,592 miles
    Test number
    235423811089
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass132,009 miles (+35,425)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    132,009 miles
    Test number
    914842720005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass96,584 miles (+46,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    96,584 miles
    Test number
    351894819060
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Fail50,014 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,014 miles
    Test number
    350214018040
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  29. Pass50,014 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    50,014 miles
    Test number
    981844018069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about T500 SEE

Does T500 SEE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 SEE is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 SEE?
The MOT on T500 SEE is valid until 24 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 SEE done?
T500 SEE was recorded at 456,076 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 22,421 miles a year.
Has T500 SEE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 SEE has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T500 SEE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 29 Jan 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T500 SEE find?
T500 SEE passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 7 more.

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