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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 2,460 cc

T500 TDBMOT history

T500 TDB is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 14 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 132,971 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
132,971 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,620 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 TDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
14 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 TDB was last recorded at 132,971 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 5,784 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,187 miles · 21 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,784 miles
Average per year
5,620 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,971 miles
  • 2025 – 127,187 miles
  • 2024 – 123,769 miles
  • 2023 – 121,955 miles
  • 2022 – 119,610 miles
  • 2021 – 115,222 miles
  • 2020 – 111,867 miles
  • 2019 – 105,992 miles
  • 2018 – 100,450 miles
  • 2017 – 96,818 miles
  • 2016 – 91,598 miles
  • 2015 – 84,641 miles
  • 2014 – 77,202 miles
  • 2013 – 69,276 miles
  • 2012 – 60,658 miles
  • 2010 – 52,633 miles
  • 2009 – 44,038 miles
  • 2008 – 35,421 miles
  • 2007 – 26,409 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,971 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,971 miles (+5,784)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    132,971 miles
    Test number
    212829293325
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass127,187 miles (+3,418)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    127,187 miles
    Test number
    320470266121
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  3. Pass123,769 miles (+31)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    123,769 miles
    Test number
    572073470885
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail123,738 miles (+1,783)2 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,738 miles
    Test number
    257797715848
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass121,955 miles (+2,345)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    121,955 miles
    Test number
    735482079632
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3-4mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 2-3mm (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 3-4mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass119,610 miles (+4,388)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    119,610 miles
    Test number
    117657052141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2/3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2/3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass115,222 miles (+3,355)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    115,222 miles
    Test number
    956511354463
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass111,867 miles (+5,875)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    111,867 miles
    Test number
    328010418043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass105,992 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    105,992 miles
    Test number
    666345949565
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2/3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3/4mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail105,992 miles (+5,542)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,992 miles
    Test number
    109171724529
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2/3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3/4mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass100,450 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    100,450 miles
    Test number
    635707604374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  12. Fail100,450 miles (+3,632)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,450 miles
    Test number
    639279119269
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass96,818 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    96,818 miles
    Test number
    535746157672
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryLoading bay boarded out restricting inspection

  14. Fail96,818 miles (+5,220)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,818 miles
    Test number
    347551748295
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryLoading bay boarded out restricting inspection

  15. Pass91,598 miles (+6,957)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    91,598 miles
    Test number
    543778603612
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass84,641 miles (+7,439)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    84,641 miles
    Test number
    237103865067
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust box for corrosion

  17. Pass77,202 miles (+7,926)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    77,202 miles
    Test number
    825644764093
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass69,276 miles (+8,618)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    69,276 miles
    Test number
    139069323442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail60,658 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,658 miles
    Test number
    178466302467
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass60,658 miles (+8,025)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    60,658 miles
    Test number
    215326102091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass52,633 miles (+8,595)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    52,633 miles
    Test number
    430600650394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    44,038 miles
    Test number
    323078559396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail44,038 miles (+8,617)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,038 miles
    Test number
    303757659357
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass35,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    35,421 miles
    Test number
    431628858359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail35,421 miles (+9,012)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,421 miles
    Test number
    440688858375
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  26. Pass26,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    26,409 miles
    Test number
    832459287240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T500 TDB

Does T500 TDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 TDB is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 TDB?
The MOT on T500 TDB is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 TDB done?
T500 TDB was recorded at 132,971 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 5,620 miles a year.
Has T500 TDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 TDB has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T500 TDB 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 TDB find?
T500 TDB passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; central rear stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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