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Volkswagen Transporter

Purple · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc

T501 LHKMOT history

T501 LHK is a purple diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 18 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 242,622 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
242,622 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,066 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T501 LHK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T501 LHK was last recorded at 242,622 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 3,609 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
239,013 miles · 10 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,609 miles
Average per year
6,066 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 242,622 miles
  • 2025 – 239,013 miles
  • 2024 – 236,951 miles
  • 2023 – 236,770 miles
  • 2022 – 236,690 miles
  • 2021 – 234,803 miles
  • 2020 – 231,947 miles
  • 2019 – 230,774 miles
  • 2018 – 222,103 miles
  • 2017 – 210,292 miles
  • 2016 – 202,671 miles
  • 2015 – 195,481 miles
  • 2014 – 187,555 miles
  • 2013 – 180,511 miles
  • 2011 – 179,896 miles
  • 2010 – 174,302 miles
  • 2009 – 158,758 miles
  • 2008 – 144,963 miles
  • 2007 – 131,525 miles
  • 2006 – 119,567 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass242,622 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor7 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 23 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass242,622 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    242,622 miles
    Test number
    507789548016
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail242,622 miles (+3,609)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,622 miles
    Test number
    226897572228
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass239,013 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    239,013 miles
    Test number
    538969421328
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail239,013 miles (+2,062)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,013 miles
    Test number
    403736478527
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass236,951 miles (+181)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    236,951 miles
    Test number
    718863081048
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass236,770 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    236,770 miles
    Test number
    592798782764
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small hole. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone b and nearside zone b. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail236,768 miles (+78)3 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,768 miles
    Test number
    974086864039
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small hole. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone b and nearside zone b. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass236,690 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    236,690 miles
    Test number
    134109429883
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail236,690 miles (+1,887)12 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,690 miles
    Test number
    166459402421
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both rear to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass234,803 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    234,803 miles
    Test number
    253635720133
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear main by tank (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail234,803 miles (+2,856)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,803 miles
    Test number
    587088702032
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45 18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear main by tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass231,947 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    231,947 miles
    Test number
    805214168148
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail231,947 miles (+1,173)1 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,947 miles
    Test number
    368900015031
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass230,774 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    230,774 miles
    Test number
    217216120570
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail230,774 miles (+8,671)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,774 miles
    Test number
    675356730015
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorPosition lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass222,103 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    222,103 miles
    Test number
    602297829528
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s door mirror damaged

  17. Fail222,100 miles (+11,808)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,100 miles
    Test number
    191900092810
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s door mirror damaged

  18. Pass210,292 miles (+315)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    210,292 miles
    Test number
    587388577718
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes greased

  19. Fail209,977 miles (+7,306)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,977 miles
    Test number
    606556691862
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes greased

  20. Pass202,671 miles (+7,190)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    202,671 miles
    Test number
    153923617537
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt small hole (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass195,481 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    195,481 miles
    Test number
    848671639169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt pin hole (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  22. Fail195,481 miles (+7,926)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,481 miles
    Test number
    256638956086
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt pin hole (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  23. Pass187,555 miles (+7,044)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    187,555 miles
    Test number
    706993694292
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteO/s/f/n/s/r/ wheel bearing slight noise

  24. Pass180,511 miles (+194)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    180,511 miles
    Test number
    757865513315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass180,317 miles (+5)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    180,317 miles
    Test number
    945946303157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  26. Fail180,312 miles (+416)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,312 miles
    Test number
    825705693090
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  27. Pass179,896 miles (+5,594)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    179,896 miles
    Test number
    577580281111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass174,302 miles (+15,544)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2011
    Odometer
    174,302 miles
    Test number
    212808430194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass158,758 miles (+13,795)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2010
    Odometer
    158,758 miles
    Test number
    482891949170
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  30. Pass144,963 miles (+13,438)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    144,963 miles
    Test number
    491510648132
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades are starting to split
    • NoteInjector spill pipes are starting to leak fuel

  31. Pass131,525 miles (+11,958)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    131,525 miles
    Test number
    413745537140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass119,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    119,567 miles
    Test number
    983463946110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T501 LHK

Does T501 LHK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T501 LHK is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T501 LHK?
The MOT on T501 LHK is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T501 LHK done?
T501 LHK was recorded at 242,622 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 6,066 miles a year.
Has T501 LHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T501 LHK has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T501 LHK 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 T501 LHK find?
T501 LHK passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four.

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