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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T444 FKUMOT history

T444 FKU is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 19 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Aug 2024 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 242,085 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Aug 2024
Mileage
242,085 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2023
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,528 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T444 FKU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T444 FKU was last recorded at 242,085 miles on 10 Aug 2023, 257 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Jun 2015: 20,235 miles, lower than 194,281 miles on 6 Jun 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
241,828 miles · 29 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
257 miles
Average per year
6,528 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 242,085 miles
  • 2022 – 241,828 miles
  • 2021 – 241,746 miles
  • 2019 – 233,872 miles
  • 2018 – 229,006 miles
  • 2017 – 222,213 miles
  • 2016 – 210,681 miles
  • 2015 – 20,235 miles
  • 2014 – 194,281 miles
  • 2013 – 191,355 miles
  • 2012 – 186,533 miles
  • 2011 – 178,618 miles
  • 2010 – 170,867 miles
  • 2009 – 162,214 miles
  • 2008 – 154,550 miles
  • 2007 – 143,097 miles
  • 2006 – 128,583 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass242,085 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

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.

  • Slight corrosion on n/s/rear inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass242,085 miles (+257)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    242,085 miles
    Test number
    359968125006
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass241,828 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    241,828 miles
    Test number
    920079294875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass241,746 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    241,746 miles
    Test number
    939602654136
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on n/s/rear inner sill

  4. Fail241,732 miles (+7,860)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,732 miles
    Test number
    198893672133
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp light intensity severely reduced x 2 (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on n/s/rear inner sill

  5. Pass233,872 miles (+4,866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    233,872 miles
    Test number
    139944967297
    • AdvisoryWelding repairs covered

  6. Pass229,006 miles (+6,793)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    229,006 miles
    Test number
    975306566973
    • AdvisoryUnder side of car covered in sealer

  7. Pass222,213 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    222,213 miles
    Test number
    836608477302
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  8. Fail222,213 miles (+11,532)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,213 miles
    Test number
    277116378138
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  9. Pass210,681 miles (+190,446)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    210,681 miles
    Test number
    982122717955
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass20,235 miles (-174,046)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    20,235 miles
    Test number
    577673265116
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteSlight play in inner drumsticks

  11. Pass194,281 miles (+2,926)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    194,281 miles
    Test number
    616437354131
    • NoteHeadlamp pattern just within spec
    • NoteSlight play in both front inner trackarms

  12. Pass191,355 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    191,355 miles
    Test number
    509302673142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail191,351 miles (+4,818)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,351 miles
    Test number
    219233463111
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass186,533 miles (+7,915)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    186,533 miles
    Test number
    739111832102
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  15. Pass178,618 miles (+7,751)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    178,618 miles
    Test number
    115479281073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass170,867 miles (+8,653)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    170,867 miles
    Test number
    590546580017
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs in poor condition
    • NoteN/s/f upper ball joint slight free play
    • NoteO/s/f headlamp damaged
    • NoteFront brakes worn low
    • NoteSteering rack slight free play

  17. Pass162,214 miles (+7,664)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    162,214 miles
    Test number
    394106279083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass154,550 miles (+11,453)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    154,550 miles
    Test number
    462307548014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front cv boot slightly deteriated
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front steering rack

  19. Pass143,097 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    143,097 miles
    Test number
    303199087008
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Fail143,097 miles (+14,514)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,097 miles
    Test number
    621589487051
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass128,583 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    128,583 miles
    Test number
    443730886049
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber worn on edge
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing unevenly/flat spots/can feel it on rolling road
    • NoteOffside front indicator lens cracked

Questions about T444 FKU

Does T444 FKU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T444 FKU expired on 9 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T444 FKU?
The MOT on T444 FKU expired on 9 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T444 FKU done?
T444 FKU was recorded at 242,085 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2023, an average of 6,528 miles a year.
Has T444 FKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T444 FKU has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on T444 FKU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Jun 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T444 FKU find?
T444 FKU passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2023 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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