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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,968 cc

T500 SWAMOT history

T500 SWA is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 13 Mar 2015. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 124,927 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Feb 2027
Mileage
124,927 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,908 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 SWA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
13 Mar 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 SWA was last recorded at 124,927 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,927 miles · 26 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
11,908 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,927 miles
  • 2025 – 117,025 miles
  • 2024 – 108,099 miles
  • 2023 – 91,617 miles
  • 2022 – 76,552 miles
  • 2021 – 64,171 miles
  • 2019 – 41,842 miles
  • 2018 – 31,130 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,927 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

12 tests since 13 Apr 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    124,927 miles
    Test number
    809838438528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail124,927 miles (+7,902)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,927 miles
    Test number
    796038501180
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass117,025 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    117,025 miles
    Test number
    537278174628
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail117,025 miles (+8,926)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,025 miles
    Test number
    444722084414
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass108,099 miles (+16,482)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    108,099 miles
    Test number
    153040860238
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise attention to towbar wiring under vehicle

  6. Pass91,617 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    91,617 miles
    Test number
    451067104680
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail91,617 miles (+15,065)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,617 miles
    Test number
    724391039534
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass76,552 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    76,552 miles
    Test number
    282286301534
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 255/45/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail76,552 miles (+12,381)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,552 miles
    Test number
    356810668906
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 255/45/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Replacement recommended (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass64,171 miles (+22,329)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    64,171 miles
    Test number
    323714756864
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass41,842 miles (+10,712)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    41,842 miles
    Test number
    197724936633
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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))

  12. Pass31,130 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    31,130 miles
    Test number
    921890980839
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit border line (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit border line (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

Questions about T500 SWA

Does T500 SWA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 SWA is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 SWA?
The MOT on T500 SWA is valid until 27 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 SWA done?
T500 SWA was recorded at 124,927 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 11,908 miles a year.
Has T500 SWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 SWA has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T500 SWA 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 SWA find?
T500 SWA passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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