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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

T45 UREMOT history

T45 URE is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 26 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 178,949 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
178,949 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,792 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T45 URE
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
26 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T45 URE was last recorded at 178,949 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 340 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Jan 2016: 133,380 miles, lower than 153,528 miles on 19 Feb 2015.
  • 20 Apr 2022: 133,380 miles, lower than 176,020 miles on 28 Apr 2021.

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
178,609 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
340 miles
Average per year
4,792 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 178,949 miles
  • 2025 – 178,609 miles
  • 2024 – 178,571 miles
  • 2023 – 177,954 miles
  • 2022 – 177,205 miles
  • 2021 – 176,020 miles
  • 2020 – 175,928 miles
  • 2019 – 174,025 miles
  • 2018 – 168,932 miles
  • 2017 – 162,391 miles
  • 2016 – 133,380 miles
  • 2015 – 153,528 miles
  • 2014 – 149,566 miles
  • 2013 – 144,584 miles
  • 2012 – 141,271 miles
  • 2011 – 128,981 miles
  • 2010 – 120,215 miles
  • 2009 – 104,276 miles
  • 2008 – 95,200 miles
  • 2007 – 88,842 miles
  • 2006 – 81,873 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,949 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside front indicator going white.

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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • OSR inner chassis rail rusting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear chassis starting to corrode on rear end

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside washer jet not working, offside rear brake warning wires running very close to roadwheel.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Coolant level below minimum

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

34 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,949 miles (+340)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    178,949 miles
    Test number
    882253807043
    • AdvisoryNearside front indicator going white.

  2. Pass178,609 miles (+38)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    178,609 miles
    Test number
    651543647430
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges, scraping from under steering wheel, all hub caps missing.

  3. Pass178,571 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    178,571 miles
    Test number
    241554049831
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOSR inner chassis rail rusting
    • AdvisoryRear chassis starting to corrode on rear end

  4. Fail178,563 miles (+609)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,563 miles
    Test number
    712547326649
    • DangerousExhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorSteering system fouling OSF outer shock is hitting driveshaft (2.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOSR inner chassis rail rusting
    • AdvisoryRear chassis starting to corrode on rear end

  5. Pass177,954 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    177,954 miles
    Test number
    607460854745
    • AdvisoryNearside washer jet not working, offside rear brake warning wires running very close to roadwheel.

  6. Fail177,954 miles (+749)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,954 miles
    Test number
    268879410522
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Rear cross beam around towing eye, holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside washer jet not working, offside rear brake warning wires running very close to roadwheel.

  7. Pass177,205 miles (+43,825)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    177,205 miles
    Test number
    585364820090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail133,380 miles (-42,640)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,380 miles
    Test number
    646391675768
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass176,020 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    176,020 miles
    Test number
    938561615684
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Fail176,020 miles (+92)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,020 miles
    Test number
    903128702002
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass175,928 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    175,928 miles
    Test number
    465961755239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail175,898 miles (+1,873)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,898 miles
    Test number
    399802462146
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both rear arms (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Pass174,025 miles2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    174,025 miles
    Test number
    606441888551
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level below minimum
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front of arch body corroded / not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Sill corroded / not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Sill corroded / not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Body corroded but not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated

  14. Fail174,025 miles (+5,093)3 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,025 miles
    Test number
    684498076842
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible Obscured (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level below minimum
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front of arch body corroded / not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Sill corroded / not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Sill corroded / not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Body corroded but not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated

  15. Pass168,932 miles (+6,541)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    168,932 miles
    Test number
    381099203087
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion pannel (6.1.B.2)

  16. Pass162,391 miles (+29,011)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    162,391 miles
    Test number
    718683368592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass133,380 miles (-20,148)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    133,380 miles
    Test number
    567527329079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass153,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    153,528 miles
    Test number
    267730955000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail153,521 miles (+3,955)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,521 miles
    Test number
    368060855014
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  20. Pass149,566 miles (+4,982)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    149,566 miles
    Test number
    727019634038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOuter Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass144,584 miles6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    144,584 miles
    Test number
    385768933039
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front brake hoses slightly perished
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in both front track rods
    • NoteSlight play in both front upper ball joints

  22. Fail144,584 miles (+3,313)2 repaired6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,584 miles
    Test number
    566998833005
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front brake hoses slightly perished
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in both front track rods
    • NoteSlight play in both front upper ball joints

  23. Pass141,271 miles (+40)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    141,271 miles
    Test number
    585470142059
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSlight corrosion to front brake pipes

  24. Fail141,231 miles (+12,250)6 failures1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,231 miles
    Test number
    779355332060
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSlight corrosion to front brake pipes

  25. Pass128,981 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    128,981 miles
    Test number
    699407411021
    • NoteCorrosion to n/s/r coil spring
    • NoteSmall hole in exhaust pipe

  26. Fail128,981 miles (+8,766)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,981 miles
    Test number
    685534911035
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCorrosion to n/s/r coil spring
    • NoteSmall hole in exhaust pipe

  27. Pass120,215 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    120,215 miles
    Test number
    103060020059
    • NoteSlight play in o/s and n/s tierod ends

  28. Fail120,215 miles (+15,939)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,215 miles
    Test number
    241128010098
    • FailureCentre Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteSlight play in o/s and n/s tierod ends

  29. Pass104,276 miles (+89)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    104,276 miles
    Test number
    433106519084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail104,187 miles (+8,987)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,187 miles
    Test number
    161583519005
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  31. Pass95,200 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    95,200 miles
    Test number
    333685118086
    • NoteSlight play in n/s and o/s tierod ends

  32. Fail95,200 miles (+6,358)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,200 miles
    Test number
    514965418007
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteSlight play in n/s and o/s tierod ends

  33. Pass88,842 miles (+6,969)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    88,842 miles
    Test number
    324506517010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass81,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    81,873 miles
    Test number
    432938716036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T45 URE

Does T45 URE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T45 URE is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T45 URE?
The MOT on T45 URE is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T45 URE done?
T45 URE was recorded at 178,949 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 4,792 miles a year.
Has T45 URE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T45 URE has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T45 URE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 28 Jan 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T45 URE find?
T45 URE passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front indicator going white..

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