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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

P4 DLXMOT history

P4 DLX is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 13 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 8 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 191,702 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2026.

P4 DLX blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 May 2027
Mileage
191,702 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,056 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P4 DLX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
13 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 May 2027
Latest MOT test
9 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P4 DLX was last recorded at 191,702 miles on 9 May 2026, 1,696 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,006 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,696 miles
Average per year
7,056 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 191,702 miles
  • 2025 – 190,006 miles
  • 2023 – 189,115 miles
  • 2022 – 187,288 miles
  • 2021 – 183,614 miles
  • 2020 – 182,245 miles
  • 2019 – 178,965 miles
  • 2018 – 174,509 miles
  • 2017 – 169,007 miles
  • 2016 – 165,100 miles
  • 2015 – 160,657 miles
  • 2014 – 153,434 miles
  • 2013 – 142,930 miles
  • 2012 – 134,894 miles
  • 2011 – 129,070 miles
  • 2010 – 114,266 miles
  • 2009 – 97,178 miles
  • 2008 – 82,459 miles
  • 2007 – 56,587 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,702 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed
  • AdvisoryVehicle undertrays fitted front to rear

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.

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Emissions not tested

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • N/s/f inner tie rod has play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 16 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,702 miles (+1,696)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2027
    Odometer
    191,702 miles
    Test number
    635991567797
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed
    • AdvisoryVehicle undertrays fitted front to rear

  2. Pass190,006 miles (+891)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    190,006 miles
    Test number
    107482248310
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle under sealed

  3. Pass189,115 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    189,115 miles
    Test number
    777899808036
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering has seepage

  4. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    549754329295
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering has seepage

  5. Pass187,288 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    187,288 miles
    Test number
    509939261390
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail187,288 miles (+3,674)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,288 miles
    Test number
    708212580957
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass183,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    183,614 miles
    Test number
    224193244610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. FailMileage not read2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    367344559569
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass182,245 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    182,245 miles
    Test number
    908838457354
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r shock absorber weak

  10. Fail182,245 miles (+3,280)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,245 miles
    Test number
    771931931603
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r shock absorber weak

  11. Pass178,965 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    178,965 miles
    Test number
    579798317554
    • AdvisoryN/s/f inner tie rod has play

  12. Fail178,964 miles (+4,455)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,964 miles
    Test number
    590527514747
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f inner tie rod has play

  13. Pass174,509 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    174,509 miles
    Test number
    845072019604
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusted
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  14. Fail174,509 miles (+5,502)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,509 miles
    Test number
    633629223972
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusted
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  15. Pass169,007 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    169,007 miles
    Test number
    695024213024
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower stearing pipe corroded rusty rear b/pipes slightly corroded exhaust slightly deteriated
    • AdvisorySlight play in mountings

  16. FailMileage not read4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    979078193980
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower stearing pipe corroded rusty rear b/pipes slightly corroded exhaust slightly deteriated

  17. Pass165,100 miles (+4,443)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    165,100 miles
    Test number
    151351309402
    • AdvisoryBack brakes binding
    • AdvisoryEngine and gearbox mountings - parking brake and service brake passed on limit
    • AdvisoryX2 front ball joint boots deteriorated - exhaust system corroded

  18. Pass160,657 miles (+7,223)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    160,657 miles
    Test number
    647480545021
    • NoteFront brake discs wearing low-power steering pipes corroded-exhaust system corroded-x2 rear shocker bushes slightly perished-x2 rear wheel bearings have slight play
    • NoteX2 front ball joint boots deteriated-o/s/f link boot deteriated

  19. Pass153,434 miles (+10,504)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    153,434 miles
    Test number
    186137634416
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  20. Pass142,930 miles (+8,036)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    142,930 miles
    Test number
    506659033070
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn-n/s/f anti roll bar link has slight play-front d bushes have slight movement-rear brake pads low-handbrake cables starting to fray-rear wheel bearings have slight play

  21. Pass134,894 miles (+5,824)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    134,894 miles
    Test number
    106659232431
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCovers under vehicle
    • NoteDiscs corroded
    • NoteSlight play in nsf steering arm
    • NoteSlight play in osf drop link

  22. Pass129,070 miles (+14,804)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    129,070 miles
    Test number
    416759131078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass114,266 miles (+638)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    114,266 miles
    Test number
    330861740145
    • NoteNearside front brake warning light wire broken
    • NoteSuspect rear brake pads getting low

  24. Fail113,628 miles (+16,450)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,628 miles
    Test number
    472965230136
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteNearside front brake warning light wire broken
    • NoteSuspect rear brake pads getting low

  25. Pass97,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    97,178 miles
    Test number
    421974619175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail97,178 miles (+14,719)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,178 miles
    Test number
    724584619158
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  27. Pass82,459 miles (+25,872)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    82,459 miles
    Test number
    362166718167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass56,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    56,587 miles
    Test number
    881560387019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail56,587 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,587 miles
    Test number
    263165877012
    • FailureOffside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about P4 DLX

Does P4 DLX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P4 DLX is valid until 8 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on P4 DLX?
The MOT on P4 DLX is valid until 8 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P4 DLX done?
P4 DLX was recorded at 191,702 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2026, an average of 7,056 miles a year.
Has P4 DLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P4 DLX has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on P4 DLX 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 P4 DLX find?
P4 DLX passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; vehicle undersealed, and 1 more.

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