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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

T500 VVVMOT history

T500 VVV is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 18 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 2 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 302,964 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Nov 2026
Mileage
302,964 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2025
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
11,024 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 VVV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 VVV was last recorded at 302,964 miles on 15 Oct 2025, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
302,954 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
11,024 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 302,964 miles
  • 2024 – 293,026 miles
  • 2023 – 282,365 miles
  • 2022 – 274,343 miles
  • 2021 – 266,231 miles
  • 2020 – 255,234 miles
  • 2019 – 242,675 miles
  • 2018 – 235,403 miles
  • 2017 – 227,014 miles
  • 2016 – 219,184 miles
  • 2015 – 207,858 miles
  • 2014 – 202,543 miles
  • 2013 – 197,726 miles
  • 2012 – 190,221 miles
  • 2011 – 184,029 miles
  • 2010 – 150,862 miles
  • 2009 – 119,946 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass302,964 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2019

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 Headlamp not working on main beam

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

31 tests since 9 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass302,964 miles (+10)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    302,964 miles
    Test number
    327325145444
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail302,954 miles (+9,928)1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    302,954 miles
    Test number
    109226267160
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass293,026 miles (+101)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    293,026 miles
    Test number
    929304914832
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Fail292,925 miles (+10,560)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    292,925 miles
    Test number
    221006374227
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner / outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass282,365 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    282,365 miles
    Test number
    405175711838
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail282,365 miles (+42)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    282,365 miles
    Test number
    523429285237
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail282,323 miles (+7,980)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    282,323 miles
    Test number
    557403239185
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.80 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass274,343 miles (+1)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    274,343 miles
    Test number
    231635308375
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stonechipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer body sill
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail274,342 miles (+8,111)1 dangerous1 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    274,342 miles
    Test number
    579787987870
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stonechipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer body sill
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass266,231 miles (+16)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    266,231 miles
    Test number
    999943691865
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check any rear seat belts as full off junk
    • AdvisoryUndertrays broken in places
    • AdvisoryVan been lowered

  11. Fail266,215 miles (+10,981)2 dangerous2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    266,215 miles
    Test number
    396808003348
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear brake pipes rusty after fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check any rear seat belts as full off junk
    • AdvisoryUndertrays broken in places
    • AdvisoryVan been lowered

  12. Pass255,234 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    255,234 miles
    Test number
    463023545868
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Fail255,234 miles (+12,559)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,234 miles
    Test number
    788261802705
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  14. Pass242,675 miles (+7,272)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    242,675 miles
    Test number
    332457602880
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass235,403 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    235,403 miles
    Test number
    304588747486
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes slight corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine mount worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail235,401 miles (+45)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,401 miles
    Test number
    928345330300
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes slight corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine mount worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail235,356 miles (+8,342)8 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,356 miles
    Test number
    220161232241
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative both sides (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged both perished (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass227,014 miles (+166)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    227,014 miles
    Test number
    231374142212
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded pipes at modulator (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering

  19. Fail226,848 miles (+7,664)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,848 miles
    Test number
    642673127802
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded pipes at modulator (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering

  20. Pass219,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    219,184 miles
    Test number
    206237484372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail219,184 miles (+11,326)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,184 miles
    Test number
    283743624700
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Pass207,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    207,858 miles
    Test number
    628209635157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail207,858 miles (+5,315)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,858 miles
    Test number
    277899035464
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  24. Pass202,543 miles (+4,817)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    202,543 miles
    Test number
    105847334182
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail197,726 miles2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,726 miles
    Test number
    197483123170
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust in poor condition
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass197,726 miles (+7,505)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    197,726 miles
    Test number
    356343223111
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust in poor condition
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Fail190,221 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,221 miles
    Test number
    456144822158
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  28. Pass190,221 miles (+6,192)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    190,221 miles
    Test number
    806304922150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass184,029 miles (+33,167)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    184,029 miles
    Test number
    118401561027
    • NoteFront lower suspension arm inner bushes becoming soft.
    • NoteOffside mirror damaged.

  30. Pass150,862 miles (+30,916)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    150,862 miles
    Test number
    473276650039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass119,946 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    119,946 miles
    Test number
    943218369001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T500 VVV

Does T500 VVV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 VVV is valid until 2 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T500 VVV?
The MOT on T500 VVV is valid until 2 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 VVV done?
T500 VVV was recorded at 302,964 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2025, an average of 11,024 miles a year.
Has T500 VVV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 VVV has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T500 VVV 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 VVV find?
T500 VVV passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive.

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