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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

T500 SWTMOT history

T500 SWT is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 19 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 26 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 13 MOT tests, with 90,916 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Dec 2026
Mileage
90,916 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2025
MOT tests
13
12 passed · 1 failed
Per year
5,565 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 SWT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
19 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 SWT was last recorded at 90,916 miles on 6 Dec 2025, 3,978 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
86,938 miles · 27 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,978 miles
Average per year
5,565 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 90,916 miles
  • 2024 – 86,938 miles
  • 2023 – 80,097 miles
  • 2022 – 72,479 miles
  • 2021 – 66,587 miles
  • 2020 – 62,920 miles
  • 2019 – 58,123 miles
  • 2018 – 53,841 miles
  • 2017 – 50,237 miles
  • 2016 – 45,105 miles
  • 2015 – 31,712 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,916 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Towing eye removed before test
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

13 tests since 17 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,916 miles (+3,978)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    90,916 miles
    Test number
    423625589882
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Towing eye removed before test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  2. Pass86,938 miles (+6,841)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    86,938 miles
    Test number
    183607691803
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Glass Cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass80,097 miles (+7,618)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    80,097 miles
    Test number
    825019727979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass72,479 miles (+5,892)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    72,479 miles
    Test number
    520391020806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass66,587 miles (+3,667)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    66,587 miles
    Test number
    284501591351
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Set up as Bed So Rear Belts Not Inspected
  6. Pass62,920 miles (+4,797)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    62,920 miles
    Test number
    932359385197
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass58,123 miles (+4,282)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    58,123 miles
    Test number
    306426903434
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  8. Pass53,841 miles (+3,604)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    53,841 miles
    Test number
    873013563226
    • MinorRear fog lamp switch insecure (4.5.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Items hanging from mirror blocking view
  9. Pass50,237 miles (+5,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    50,237 miles
    Test number
    188527592940
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  10. Pass45,105 miles (+5,105)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    45,105 miles
    Test number
    845619952111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass40,000 miles (+8,288)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    40,000 miles
    Test number
    366179901657
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on outer edge
  12. Pass31,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    31,712 miles
    Test number
    136477705154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail31,712 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,712 miles
    Test number
    375527505157
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about T500 SWT

Does T500 SWT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 SWT is valid until 26 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T500 SWT?
The MOT on T500 SWT is valid until 26 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 SWT done?
T500 SWT was recorded at 90,916 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2025, an average of 5,565 miles a year.
Has T500 SWT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 SWT has failed 1 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2015.
Has the mileage on T500 SWT 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 SWT find?
T500 SWT passed its latest MOT on 6 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front towing eye removed before test; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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