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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2002 · 2,461 cc

T44 RETMOT history

T44 RET is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 4 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 9 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 214,430 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 May 2027
Mileage
214,430 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,488 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T44 RET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
4 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T44 RET was last recorded at 214,430 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 29 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,401 miles · 20 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
29 miles
Average per year
9,488 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 214,430 miles
  • 2025 – 214,291 miles
  • 2024 – 213,608 miles
  • 2022 – 210,349 miles
  • 2021 – 204,318 miles
  • 2020 – 197,338 miles
  • 2019 – 188,706 miles
  • 2018 – 182,186 miles
  • 2017 – 172,975 miles
  • 2016 – 156,171 miles
  • 2015 – 138,095 miles
  • 2014 – 120,242 miles
  • 2013 – 104,680 miles
  • 2012 – 92,991 miles
  • 2011 – 81,878 miles
  • 2010 – 69,825 miles
  • 2009 – 55,918 miles
  • 2008 – 40,304 miles
  • 2007 – 31,884 miles
  • 2006 – 27,308 miles
  • 2005 – 19,634 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,430 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute Both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth rubber pad worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute indicators flashing too fast

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 10 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,430 miles (+29)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2027
    Odometer
    214,430 miles
    Test number
    894081919399
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail214,401 miles (+110)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,401 miles
    Test number
    613337572845
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass214,291 miles (+683)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    214,291 miles
    Test number
    254871105832
    • MinorDirection indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside front inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear wheel arch/chassis area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass213,608 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    213,608 miles
    Test number
    718203693760
    • MinorDirection indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute Both (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail213,608 miles (+3,259)2 dangerous4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,608 miles
    Test number
    262907112327
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorDirection indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute Both (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass210,349 miles (+12)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    210,349 miles
    Test number
    841106800798
    • MinorDirection indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute indicators flashing too fast (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth rubber pad worn (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail210,337 miles (+6,019)1 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,337 miles
    Test number
    192076870619
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle rear brake imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorDirection indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute indicators flashing too fast (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth rubber pad worn (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass204,318 miles (+35)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    204,318 miles
    Test number
    236053717466
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear registration lamp flickering

  9. Fail204,283 miles (+6,945)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,283 miles
    Test number
    450257183227
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear registration lamp flickering

  10. Pass197,338 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    197,338 miles
    Test number
    518049707667
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

  11. Fail197,337 miles (+8,631)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,337 miles
    Test number
    362814577771
    • MajorFront Brake cable damaged fraying (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorFuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

  12. Pass188,706 miles (+9)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    188,706 miles
    Test number
    997710159169
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  13. Fail188,697 miles (+6,511)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,697 miles
    Test number
    797760474764
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass182,186 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    182,186 miles
    Test number
    958779378546
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  15. Fail182,185 miles (+9,210)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,185 miles
    Test number
    309979882083
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both front (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass172,975 miles (+16,804)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    172,975 miles
    Test number
    928427277907
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass156,171 miles (+18,076)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    156,171 miles
    Test number
    109198903927
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass138,095 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    138,095 miles
    Test number
    919356718276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail138,083 miles (+17,841)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,083 miles
    Test number
    948986044064
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

  20. Pass120,242 miles (+15,562)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    120,242 miles
    Test number
    377546794471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass104,680 miles (+11,689)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    104,680 miles
    Test number
    109884683258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass92,991 miles (+11,113)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    92,991 miles
    Test number
    256683592228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass81,878 miles (+12,053)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    81,878 miles
    Test number
    749998381240
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass69,825 miles (+13,907)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    69,825 miles
    Test number
    283691590207
    • NoteFront number plate in poor condition

  25. Pass55,918 miles (+15,614)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    55,918 miles
    Test number
    254902299215
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate in poor condition

  26. Pass40,304 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    40,304 miles
    Test number
    773124398242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail40,304 miles (+8,420)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,304 miles
    Test number
    281014898243
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate in poor condition

  28. Pass31,884 miles (+4,576)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    31,884 miles
    Test number
    691191097229
    • NoteFront and rear number plates starting to detiorate(seperate)

  29. Pass27,308 miles (+7,674)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    27,308 miles
    Test number
    244293286244
    • NoteAll four tyre side walls cracking

  30. Pass19,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    19,634 miles
    Test number
    354683185241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T44 RET

Does T44 RET currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T44 RET is valid until 9 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T44 RET?
The MOT on T44 RET is valid until 9 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T44 RET done?
T44 RET was recorded at 214,430 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 9,488 miles a year.
Has T44 RET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T44 RET has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T44 RET 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 RET find?
T44 RET passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner seal; nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch.

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