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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

T500 VMWMOT history

T500 VMW is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 248,410 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
248,410 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
10,143 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 VMW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
28 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 VMW was last recorded at 248,410 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
248,398 miles · 5 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
10,143 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 248,410 miles
  • 2024 – 248,398 miles
  • 2023 – 248,033 miles
  • 2022 – 245,002 miles
  • 2021 – 242,949 miles
  • 2020 – 241,748 miles
  • 2019 – 239,018 miles
  • 2018 – 233,981 miles
  • 2017 – 230,650 miles
  • 2016 – 229,831 miles
  • 2015 – 227,686 miles
  • 2014 – 212,120 miles
  • 2013 – 198,733 miles
  • 2012 – 181,034 miles
  • 2011 – 150,651 miles
  • 2010 – 133,118 miles
  • 2009 – 108,237 miles
  • 2008 – 86,201 miles
  • 2007 – 63,323 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass248,410 miles
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

29 tests since 30 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass248,410 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    248,410 miles
    Test number
    201704946281
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass248,398 miles (+365)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    248,398 miles
    Test number
    818134506772
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass248,033 miles (+3,031)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    248,033 miles
    Test number
    661093680014
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass245,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    245,002 miles
    Test number
    927048423722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail245,002 miles (+2,053)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,002 miles
    Test number
    819230572728
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass242,949 miles (+1,201)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    242,949 miles
    Test number
    991383404953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass241,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    241,748 miles
    Test number
    767273572198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail241,740 miles (+2,722)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,740 miles
    Test number
    831608472250
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass239,018 miles (+5,037)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    239,018 miles
    Test number
    330078436080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass233,981 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    233,981 miles
    Test number
    488240240268
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  11. Fail233,981 miles (+3,331)2 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,981 miles
    Test number
    639194267548
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  12. Pass230,650 miles (+819)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    230,650 miles
    Test number
    845306513380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres sidewall slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryN\s mirror damaged

  13. Pass229,831 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    229,831 miles
    Test number
    124956975965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail229,829 miles (+2,143)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,829 miles
    Test number
    325767668891
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads low

  15. Pass227,686 miles (+15,566)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    227,686 miles
    Test number
    653405928868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass212,120 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    212,120 miles
    Test number
    336763224291
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteExhaust silencers slightly deteriorated
    • NoteNearside mirror damaged

  17. Fail212,120 miles (+13,387)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,120 miles
    Test number
    389483624276
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteExhaust silencers slightly deteriorated
    • NoteNearside mirror damaged

  18. Pass198,733 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    198,733 miles
    Test number
    856829123237
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteExhaust system deteriorated

  19. Fail198,733 miles (+17,699)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,733 miles
    Test number
    226489823206
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteExhaust system deteriorated

  20. Pass181,034 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    181,034 miles
    Test number
    957478322292
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail181,034 miles (+30,383)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,034 miles
    Test number
    588668322282
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass150,651 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    150,651 miles
    Test number
    986840421200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Fail150,651 miles (+17,533)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,651 miles
    Test number
    497380021237
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass133,118 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    133,118 miles
    Test number
    153608120215
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  25. Fail133,118 miles (+24,881)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,118 miles
    Test number
    331598120431
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  26. Pass108,237 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    108,237 miles
    Test number
    691860539272
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Fail108,237 miles (+22,036)1 dangerous5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,237 miles
    Test number
    591550139202
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Fail86,201 miles (+22,878)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,201 miles
    Test number
    152502148286
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre
    • NoteSteering belt loose

  29. Pass63,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    63,323 miles
    Test number
    284802847238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T500 VMW

Does T500 VMW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 VMW is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T500 VMW?
The MOT on T500 VMW is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 VMW done?
T500 VMW was recorded at 248,410 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 10,143 miles a year.
Has T500 VMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 VMW has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T500 VMW 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 VMW find?
T500 VMW passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front.

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