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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

T4 BMUMOT history

T4 BMU is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 26 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 9 of 16 MOT tests, with 202,555 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
202,555 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
9 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,327 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 BMU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 BMU was last recorded at 202,555 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 6,690 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,865 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,690 miles
Average per year
3,327 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 202,555 miles
  • 2025 – 195,865 miles
  • 2024 – 195,822 miles
  • 2023 – 194,409 miles
  • 2022 – 194,381 miles
  • 2021 – 183,257 miles
  • 2020 – 179,930 miles
  • 2019 – 177,764 miles
  • 2018 – 174,360 miles
  • 2017 – 172,457 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass202,555 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small split (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm remaining (5.2.3 (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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 2 Aug 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass202,555 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    202,555 miles
    Test number
    413664286352
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small split (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail202,555 miles (+6,690)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,555 miles
    Test number
    562559427203
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small split (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass195,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    195,865 miles
    Test number
    324116680146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail195,865 miles (+43)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,865 miles
    Test number
    924398803484
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  5. Pass195,822 miles (+1,413)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    195,822 miles
    Test number
    363505843942
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside covered in underseal
  6. Pass194,409 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    194,409 miles
    Test number
    168243729330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail194,405 miles (+7)9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,405 miles
    Test number
    355769602474
    • MajorCentral Front Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering system fouling Track rod end fouling wheel on full lock left (2.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage fouling Track rod end fouling wheel on full lock right (2.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable insecure Fouling wheel (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail194,398 miles (+17)1 dangerous6 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,398 miles
    Test number
    257437583996
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering arm modified such that the steering is adversely affected lock nut loose, steering arm moving (2.1.3 (f) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar component corroded, but not excessively all towbar mounting and components corroded (6.1.6 (a))
  9. Fail194,381 miles (+11,124)2 dangerous5 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,381 miles
    Test number
    341893144243
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 2.76/m (plate limit 0.8/m) (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorElectrical wiring insulation slightly damaged or deteriorated Battery positive terminal cover missing. (4.11 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Various chips less than 10mm within swept area and Zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  10. Pass183,257 miles (+3,327)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    183,257 miles
    Test number
    408240717979
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.40mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass179,930 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    179,930 miles
    Test number
    918091284215
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  12. Fail179,928 miles (+2,164)10 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,928 miles
    Test number
    983731252949
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn shock bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Pass177,764 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    177,764 miles
    Test number
    894290423371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail177,758 miles (+3,398)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,758 miles
    Test number
    748548402260
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  15. Pass174,360 miles (+1,903)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    174,360 miles
    Test number
    697025919394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass172,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    172,457 miles
    Test number
    170281182004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T4 BMU

Does T4 BMU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 BMU is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T4 BMU?
The MOT on T4 BMU is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 BMU done?
T4 BMU was recorded at 202,555 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 3,327 miles a year.
Has T4 BMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 BMU has failed 7 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T4 BMU 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 BMU find?
T4 BMU passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small split; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm remaining.

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