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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

T44 LUSMOT history

T44 LUS is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 133,305 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Aug 2027
Mileage
133,305 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,575 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T44 LUS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T44 LUS was last recorded at 133,305 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 519 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,786 miles · 20 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
519 miles
Average per year
4,575 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,305 miles
  • 2025 – 132,786 miles
  • 2024 – 131,189 miles
  • 2023 – 128,673 miles
  • 2022 – 126,675 miles
  • 2021 – 122,687 miles
  • 2020 – 118,609 miles
  • 2019 – 115,399 miles
  • 2018 – 111,730 miles
  • 2017 – 107,582 miles
  • 2016 – 103,171 miles
  • 2015 – 97,496 miles
  • 2014 – 92,576 miles
  • 2013 – 88,086 miles
  • 2012 – 83,444 miles
  • 2011 – 78,801 miles
  • 2010 – 73,431 miles
  • 2009 – 68,163 miles
  • 2008 – 59,804 miles
  • 2007 – 52,310 miles
  • 2006 – 39,372 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,305 miles
  • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt BOTH sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively BOTH sides (1.2.1 (e))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,305 miles (+519)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    133,305 miles
    Test number
    577407359450
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt BOTH sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively BOTH sides (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Pass132,786 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    132,786 miles
    Test number
    364556622906
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryWipers worn

  3. Fail132,786 miles (+1,597)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,786 miles
    Test number
    146209980342
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryWipers worn

  4. Pass131,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    131,189 miles
    Test number
    883946885498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail131,189 miles (+2,516)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,189 miles
    Test number
    801758965928
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass128,673 miles (+1,998)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    128,673 miles
    Test number
    919121548176
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play bottom ball joint rubber split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass126,675 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    126,675 miles
    Test number
    810514472543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail126,673 miles (+3,986)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,673 miles
    Test number
    134545706218
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Power steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass122,687 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    122,687 miles
    Test number
    159308313632
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail122,687 miles (+4,078)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,687 miles
    Test number
    548866409064
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass118,609 miles (+3,210)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    118,609 miles
    Test number
    224307114123
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner tie rod has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass115,399 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    115,399 miles
    Test number
    288090219760
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in inner tie rods

  13. Fail115,398 miles (+3,668)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,398 miles
    Test number
    747634219854
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in inner tie rods

  14. Pass111,730 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    111,730 miles
    Test number
    500445537885
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Fail111,729 miles (+4,147)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,729 miles
    Test number
    817359718131
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed Contacting road wheel when on lock (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass107,582 miles (+4,411)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    107,582 miles
    Test number
    191066759983
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass103,171 miles (+76)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    103,171 miles
    Test number
    232725554773
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside side loading door secured closed
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear light on

  18. Fail103,095 miles (+5,599)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,095 miles
    Test number
    758117014181
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside side loading door secured closed
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear light on

  19. Pass97,496 miles (+4,920)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    97,496 miles
    Test number
    209876205225
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBrake warning light on

  20. Pass92,576 miles (+4,490)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    92,576 miles
    Test number
    686344414208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass88,086 miles (+4,642)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    88,086 miles
    Test number
    936838803288
    • NoteN/s/f tyre starting to perish

  22. Pass83,444 miles (+4,643)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    83,444 miles
    Test number
    248763002226
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass78,801 miles (+5,370)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    78,801 miles
    Test number
    299787491462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass73,431 miles (+5,268)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    73,431 miles
    Test number
    910871790152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass68,163 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    68,163 miles
    Test number
    612015519251
    • NoteBottom engine cover fitted

  26. Fail68,163 miles (+8,359)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,163 miles
    Test number
    211499209212
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBottom engine cover fitted

  27. Pass59,804 miles (+7,494)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    59,804 miles
    Test number
    571766488149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass52,310 miles (+12,938)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    52,310 miles
    Test number
    610161917266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass39,372 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    39,372 miles
    Test number
    141741336464
    • NoteN/S FRONT INDICATOR LENSE BROKEN NOT SHOWING WHITE LIGHT
    • NoteN/S MIRROR GLASS CRACKED
    • NoteO/S DOOR MIRROR CASING BROKEN
    • NoteREAR PADS WORN TO LIMIT

Questions about T44 LUS

Does T44 LUS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T44 LUS is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T44 LUS?
The MOT on T44 LUS is valid until 26 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T44 LUS done?
T44 LUS was recorded at 133,305 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 4,575 miles a year.
Has T44 LUS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T44 LUS has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T44 LUS 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 T44 LUS find?
T44 LUS passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides; front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides.

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