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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2006 · 2,460 cc

T500 XVWMOT history

T500 XVW is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 5 Apr 2006. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 269,428 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jul 2027
Mileage
269,428 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,018 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 XVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
5 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 XVW was last recorded at 269,428 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 6,372 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
263,056 miles · 9 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,372 miles
Average per year
11,018 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 269,428 miles
  • 2025 – 263,056 miles
  • 2024 – 255,909 miles
  • 2023 – 242,662 miles
  • 2022 – 231,739 miles
  • 2021 – 230,100 miles
  • 2020 – 227,666 miles
  • 2019 – 224,613 miles
  • 2018 – 220,747 miles
  • 2017 – 212,623 miles
  • 2016 – 204,553 miles
  • 2015 – 192,402 miles
  • 2014 – 180,019 miles
  • 2013 – 164,969 miles
  • 2012 – 149,730 miles
  • 2011 – 130,410 miles
  • 2010 – 109,456 miles
  • 2009 – 79,505 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass269,428 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOuter Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust silencer outer skin rusty

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to back both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread smooth on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass269,428 miles (+6,372)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    269,428 miles
    Test number
    184437403868
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass263,056 miles (+7,147)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    263,056 miles
    Test number
    771235531846
    • 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 (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge | both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washer motors weak

  3. Pass255,909 miles (+3)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    255,909 miles
    Test number
    323779111994
    • 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 (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to back both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail255,906 miles (+13,244)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,906 miles
    Test number
    440868009005
    • MajorFront Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • 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 (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to back both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass242,662 miles (+10,923)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    242,662 miles
    Test number
    327297437262
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass231,739 miles (+1,639)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    231,739 miles
    Test number
    110839871310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass230,100 miles (+2,434)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    230,100 miles
    Test number
    286001006461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass227,666 miles (+3,053)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    227,666 miles
    Test number
    899629298688
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose Exhaust silencer outer skins corroded and loose. (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Mirror cover damaged.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge, 3.8mm @centre of tread. 255/35R20 97W XL. (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass224,613 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    224,613 miles
    Test number
    376003391512
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear door wont open
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusted
    • AdvisoryUndershields fitted

  10. Fail224,613 miles (+3,866)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,613 miles
    Test number
    146676207821
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear door wont open
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusted
    • AdvisoryUndershields fitted

  11. Pass220,747 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    220,747 miles
    Test number
    333020328477
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Fail220,747 miles (+8,124)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,747 miles
    Test number
    477768837133
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass212,623 miles (+8,070)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    212,623 miles
    Test number
    964178987180
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer outer skin rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance lens cover missing (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread smooth on inner edge - advise replacement (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance lens cover missing (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass204,553 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    204,553 miles
    Test number
    702130156038
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer outer skin rusty
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread smooth on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit & tread smooth on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread smooth on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail204,553 miles (+12,151)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,553 miles
    Test number
    891358785453
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint & dust cover split (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer outer skin rusty
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread smooth on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit & tread smooth on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread smooth on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass192,402 miles (+12,383)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    192,402 miles
    Test number
    449610235015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass180,019 miles (+15,050)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    180,019 miles
    Test number
    139569174054
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteSlight deterioration of exhaust system

  18. Pass164,969 miles (+15,239)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    164,969 miles
    Test number
    176633293044
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail149,730 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,730 miles
    Test number
    197540592057
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass149,730 miles (+19,320)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    149,730 miles
    Test number
    908610392048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass130,410 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    130,410 miles
    Test number
    675705591021
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear brake disc's thin,worn, and have a large lip

  22. Fail130,410 miles (+20,954)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,410 miles
    Test number
    717065691099
    • Repaired at testOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear brake disc's thin,worn, and have a large lip

  23. Pass109,456 miles (+29,951)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    109,456 miles
    Test number
    160915180007
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront tyres getting low due replacement in the summer

  24. Pass79,505 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    79,505 miles
    Test number
    962303499098
    • NoteAll the tyres apart from the nearside rear are getting low

Questions about T500 XVW

Does T500 XVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 XVW is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 XVW?
The MOT on T500 XVW is valid until 2 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 XVW done?
T500 XVW was recorded at 269,428 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 11,018 miles a year.
Has T500 XVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 XVW has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T500 XVW 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 XVW find?
T500 XVW passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with 4 minor defects and 4 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; nearside front position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged, and 5 more.

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