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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,460 cc

T500 WJLMOT history

T500 WJL is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 16 Aug 2006. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 224,286 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2026
Mileage
224,286 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
10,555 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 WJL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
16 Aug 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 WJL was last recorded at 224,286 miles on 29 Oct 2025, 5,362 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
218,924 miles · 8 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,362 miles
Average per year
10,555 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 224,286 miles
  • 2024 – 218,924 miles
  • 2023 – 210,170 miles
  • 2022 – 209,045 miles
  • 2021 – 206,739 miles
  • 2020 – 202,528 miles
  • 2019 – 194,167 miles
  • 2018 – 176,401 miles
  • 2017 – 171,262 miles
  • 2016 – 166,069 miles
  • 2015 – 148,012 miles
  • 2014 – 128,862 miles
  • 2013 – 115,821 miles
  • 2012 – 104,120 miles
  • 2011 – 85,174 miles
  • 2010 – 69,083 miles
  • 2009 – 53,004 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass224,286 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both offside and nearside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 7 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass224,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    224,286 miles
    Test number
    811124767872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail224,286 miles (+5,362)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,286 miles
    Test number
    508741618109
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass218,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    218,924 miles
    Test number
    684468329046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail218,920 miles (+8,750)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,920 miles
    Test number
    472700125882
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass210,170 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    210,170 miles
    Test number
    916070924550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail210,163 miles (+1,118)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,163 miles
    Test number
    290702990271
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBack box corroded. Outer skin split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass209,045 miles (+8)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    209,045 miles
    Test number
    994656063316
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both offside and nearside (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail209,037 miles (+2,298)1 dangerous2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,037 miles
    Test number
    858473937567
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad wear sensor inadequately supported
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both offside and nearside (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass206,739 miles (+4,211)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    206,739 miles
    Test number
    867079226263
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass202,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    202,528 miles
    Test number
    237969223861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail202,528 miles (+8,361)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,528 miles
    Test number
    115532666441
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass194,167 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    194,167 miles
    Test number
    396382979147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Fail194,163 miles (+17,762)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,163 miles
    Test number
    317363370407
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass176,401 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    176,401 miles
    Test number
    280718356554
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Fail176,392 miles (+84)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,392 miles
    Test number
    667252158798
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Fail176,308 miles (+5,046)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,308 miles
    Test number
    806963620024
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  17. Pass171,262 miles (+33)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    171,262 miles
    Test number
    375226166312
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake performance low
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes corroding to hose
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroding
    • AdvisoryChips in front windscreen
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryPlay to nearside inner joint of steering rack
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  18. Fail171,229 miles (+5,160)1 failure9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,229 miles
    Test number
    907203183335
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake performance low
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes corroding to hose
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroding
    • AdvisoryChips in front windscreen
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryPlay to nearside inner joint of steering rack
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  19. Pass166,069 miles (+18,057)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    166,069 miles
    Test number
    910217084730
    • AdvisoryChip on windscreen
    • AdvisoryN/s wiper blade poor at clearing
    • AdvisoryOffside cv boot leaking grease

  20. Pass148,012 miles (+19,150)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    148,012 miles
    Test number
    478152495108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass128,862 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    128,862 miles
    Test number
    905409084113
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Fail128,861 miles (+13,040)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,861 miles
    Test number
    419019984171
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass115,821 miles (+11,701)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    115,821 miles
    Test number
    326009613440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass104,120 miles (+18,946)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    104,120 miles
    Test number
    988432722250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass85,174 miles (+16,091)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    85,174 miles
    Test number
    369711521265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass69,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    69,083 miles
    Test number
    311195420231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail69,083 miles (+16,079)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,083 miles
    Test number
    883715220204
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  28. Pass53,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    53,004 miles
    Test number
    762009519212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T500 WJL

Does T500 WJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 WJL is valid until 28 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T500 WJL?
The MOT on T500 WJL is valid until 28 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 WJL done?
T500 WJL was recorded at 224,286 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2025, an average of 10,555 miles a year.
Has T500 WJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 WJL has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T500 WJL 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 WJL find?
T500 WJL passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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