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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1995 · 1,896 cc

M604 MPLMOT history

M604 MPL is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1995. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 201,621 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

M604 MPL red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
201,621 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,952 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M604 MPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Dec 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M604 MPL was last recorded at 201,621 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 2,864 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,757 miles · 7 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,864 miles
Average per year
2,952 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 201,621 miles
  • 2025 – 198,757 miles
  • 2024 – 197,326 miles
  • 2023 – 195,488 miles
  • 2022 – 195,480 miles
  • 2021 – 192,001 miles
  • 2020 – 188,585 miles
  • 2019 – 179,604 miles
  • 2018 – 178,692 miles
  • 2017 – 174,192 miles
  • 2016 – 169,286 miles
  • 2015 – 166,168 miles
  • 2014 – 161,032 miles
  • 2013 – 154,571 miles
  • 2012 – 152,898 miles
  • 2011 – 150,442 miles
  • 2006 – 143,901 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass201,621 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Road wheel slightly distorted both sides outer rim slightly damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively slight drag/ bind (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides bulbs fading (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront no plate partially obscured by light bar
  • AdvisoryPark brake cable guides worn
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust seam corroded

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 Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Centre exhaust corroded along seam

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front and rear tyres different sizes F=205/60/16H R=225/65/16C

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass201,621 miles (+2,864)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    201,621 miles
    Test number
    907450486018
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel slightly distorted both sides outer rim slightly damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively slight drag/ bind (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides bulbs fading (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront no plate partially obscured by light bar
    • AdvisoryPark brake cable guides worn
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust seam corroded

  2. Pass198,757 miles (+4)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    198,757 miles
    Test number
    768380248723
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust corroded along seam
    • AdvisoryFront and rear tyres different sizes F=205/60/16H R=225/65/16C
    • AdvisoryPark brake cable guide worn

  3. Fail198,753 miles (+1,427)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,753 miles
    Test number
    191389326080
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play loose in arm [ may have damaged hole ] ball joint maybe worn (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust corroded along seam
    • AdvisoryFront and rear tyres different sizes F=205/60/16H R=225/65/16C
    • AdvisoryPark brake cable guide worn

  4. Pass197,326 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    197,326 miles
    Test number
    932237183756
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside inner sills corroded

  5. Fail197,323 miles (+1,835)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,323 miles
    Test number
    636346077024
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside inner sills corroded

  6. Pass195,488 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    195,488 miles
    Test number
    613426932284
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn low
    • AdvisoryFront and rear tyres different sizes

  7. Fail195,480 miles (+3,479)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,480 miles
    Test number
    350123495624
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn low
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass192,001 miles (+3,416)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    192,001 miles
    Test number
    332543394613
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  9. Pass188,585 miles (+8,981)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    188,585 miles
    Test number
    658169695120
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn on edges

  10. Pass179,604 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    179,604 miles
    Test number
    384116679409
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both

  11. Fail179,603 miles (+911)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,603 miles
    Test number
    818953663500
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass178,692 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    178,692 miles
    Test number
    376192044567
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated insecure (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  13. Fail178,692 miles (+4,500)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,692 miles
    Test number
    771478416601
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated insecure (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  14. Pass174,192 miles (+4,906)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    174,192 miles
    Test number
    272403436445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass169,286 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    169,286 miles
    Test number
    375005282802
    • AdvisoryNearside Front track rod end has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front track rod end has slight play
    • AdvisoryLong hand brake travel

  16. Fail169,286 miles (+3,118)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,286 miles
    Test number
    498994530364
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front track rod end has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front track rod end has slight play
    • AdvisoryLong hand brake travel

  17. Pass166,168 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    166,168 miles
    Test number
    955004875180
    • NoteBoth front upper suspension ball joint gaitors in poor condition
    • NoteHorn quiet
    • NotePlay in front steering rack arms
    • NoteRear tyre sidewalls perished

  18. Fail166,168 miles (+5,136)8 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,168 miles
    Test number
    485193475147
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteBoth front upper suspension ball joint gaitors in poor condition
    • NoteHorn quiet
    • NotePlay in front steering rack arms

  19. Pass161,032 miles (+6,461)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    161,032 miles
    Test number
    469435284164
    • NoteBoth front upper suspension arm ball joint gaitors are in poor condition
    • NoteHorn is slightly quiet
    • NoteSteering rack arms have play at inner joints

  20. Pass154,571 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    154,571 miles
    Test number
    317625303286
    • NoteRear brakes only just met efficiency
    • NoteSlight play in both front track rod end ball joints

  21. Fail154,571 miles (+1,673)9 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,571 miles
    Test number
    978374703204
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front tyres have larcge cracks in sidewall, but not deep enough to reach cords (225/40/18)
    • NoteSlight play in both front track rod end ball joints

  22. Pass152,898 miles (+2,456)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    152,898 miles
    Test number
    258698502247
    • NoteDrivers seat belt webbing is slightly frayed
    • NoteFront and rear number plates are faded
    • NoteFront brake pads are worn low
    • NoteHazard light switch is slightly sticky
    • NoteHorn is quiet
    • NoteRear brakes have low efforts
    • NoteSlight play in steering system

  23. Pass150,442 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    150,442 miles
    Test number
    349504901458
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Fail150,420 miles (+6,519)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,420 miles
    Test number
    738757491126
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass143,901 miles (+162)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    143,901 miles
    Test number
    632888156180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail143,739 miles4 dangerous6 failures3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,739 miles
    Test number
    691832256141
    • DangerousBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront brake pads worn
    • NoteN/s/f lower balljoint cover split
    • NoteN/s/r tyre slightly worn
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in both inner track rods

Questions about M604 MPL

Does M604 MPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M604 MPL is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on M604 MPL?
The MOT on M604 MPL is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M604 MPL done?
M604 MPL was recorded at 201,621 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 2,952 miles a year.
Has M604 MPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M604 MPL has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on M604 MPL 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 M604 MPL find?
M604 MPL passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with 8 advisories: front road wheel slightly distorted both sides outer rim slightly damaged; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively slight drag/ bind; oil leak, but not excessive, and 5 more.

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