Happy to start the list of "I oughta know this, but haven't found it anywhere" and "man, this is embarrassing to ask" questions:
As a first time MVP, counting miles to requalify, I don't know if bonus miles count as EQMs.
It appears the 'top-up' to 500 miles ones do, but do the MVP bonus miles?
Wish I had taken snapshots of our accounts before and after mileage posted!
Thanks for being the first, and your question is perfect for here!
Unfortunately, the answer is no. Only actual "butt-in-seat" miles count, with the sole exception of--as you already noted--the 500-mile minimum on short flights.
Thanks again!