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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

T4 BFRMOT history

T4 BFR is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 176,441 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
176,441 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,928 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 BFR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 BFR was last recorded at 176,441 miles on 19 Dec 2025, 7,190 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,251 miles · 10 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,190 miles
Average per year
6,928 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 176,441 miles
  • 2024 – 169,251 miles
  • 2023 – 163,103 miles
  • 2022 – 156,745 miles
  • 2021 – 151,144 miles
  • 2020 – 146,223 miles
  • 2019 – 141,861 miles
  • 2018 – 136,147 miles
  • 2017 – 135,372 miles
  • 2016 – 133,221 miles
  • 2015 – 125,405 miles
  • 2014 – 116,421 miles
  • 2013 – 112,385 miles
  • 2012 – 108,445 miles
  • 2011 – 101,615 miles
  • 2010 – 95,794 miles
  • 2009 – 83,256 miles
  • 2008 – 61,676 miles
  • 2006 – 43,356 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,441 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch slightly corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill slightly corroded

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.

  • Brake cable damaged but not to excess Due to corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underneath middle section of the vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 4 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,441 miles (+7,190)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    176,441 miles
    Test number
    879813590842
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill slightly corroded

  2. Pass169,251 miles (+6,148)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    169,251 miles
    Test number
    643441747589
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated bothsides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule bothsides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch sign of corosion

  3. Pass163,103 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    163,103 miles
    Test number
    789848392756
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess Due to corrosion (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underneath middle section of the vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail163,093 miles (+6,348)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,093 miles
    Test number
    692446950203
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess Due to corrosion (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underneath middle section of the vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass156,745 miles (+5,601)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    156,745 miles
    Test number
    541549041629
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule axel (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule axel (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass151,144 miles (+4,921)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    151,144 miles
    Test number
    875461300376
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule axel flexi (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule axel flexi (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass146,223 miles (+4,362)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    146,223 miles
    Test number
    654037668630
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule axel flexi (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge still legal (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule axel flexi (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge still legal (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass141,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    141,861 miles
    Test number
    237489515671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail141,861 miles (+5,714)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,861 miles
    Test number
    841234306780
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass136,147 miles (+775)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    136,147 miles
    Test number
    797110496118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass135,372 miles (+2,151)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    135,372 miles
    Test number
    719583587414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass133,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    133,221 miles
    Test number
    228860188869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail133,221 miles (+7,816)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,221 miles
    Test number
    439086846350
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass125,405 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    125,405 miles
    Test number
    218676025128
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Fail125,405 miles (+8,984)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,405 miles
    Test number
    327846625153
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass116,421 miles (+4,036)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    116,421 miles
    Test number
    269813454411
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass112,385 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    112,385 miles
    Test number
    279511563407
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail112,385 miles (+3,940)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,385 miles
    Test number
    408121063166
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass108,445 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    108,445 miles
    Test number
    679894662140
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  20. Fail108,444 miles (+6,829)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,444 miles
    Test number
    176213662116
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  21. Pass101,615 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    101,615 miles
    Test number
    257219331485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  22. Fail101,615 miles (+5,821)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,615 miles
    Test number
    228388231173
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

  23. Pass95,794 miles (+12,538)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    95,794 miles
    Test number
    241150860168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass83,256 miles (+7)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    83,256 miles
    Test number
    331813869145
    • NoteSlight fluid leak to n/s/f power steering rack

  25. Fail83,249 miles (+21,573)2 dangerous3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,249 miles
    Test number
    271420469490
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteSlight fluid leak to n/s/f power steering rack

  26. Pass61,676 miles (+18,320)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    61,676 miles
    Test number
    361704118056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass43,356 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    43,356 miles
    Test number
    681827476234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail43,356 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,356 miles
    Test number
    291777176278
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about T4 BFR

Does T4 BFR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 BFR is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T4 BFR?
The MOT on T4 BFR is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 BFR done?
T4 BFR was recorded at 176,441 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2025, an average of 6,928 miles a year.
Has T4 BFR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 BFR has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on T4 BFR 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 T4 BFR find?
T4 BFR passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: central brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; nearside rear wheel arch slightly corroded, and 1 more.

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