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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc

T4 BTOMOT history

T4 BTO is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 7 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 173,503 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Mar 2027
Mileage
173,503 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,200 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 BTO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 BTO was last recorded at 173,503 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 1,208 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,295 miles · 7 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,208 miles
Average per year
2,200 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,503 miles
  • 2025 – 172,295 miles
  • 2024 – 171,255 miles
  • 2023 – 169,173 miles
  • 2022 – 168,497 miles
  • 2021 – 168,342 miles
  • 2019 – 165,491 miles
  • 2018 – 162,455 miles
  • 2017 – 156,806 miles
  • 2016 – 151,793 miles
  • 2010 – 151,488 miles
  • 2009 – 149,103 miles
  • 2008 – 147,599 miles
  • 2007 – 143,627 miles
  • 2006 – 130,100 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,503 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,503 miles (+1,208)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    173,503 miles
    Test number
    376365695725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass172,295 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    172,295 miles
    Test number
    650363119701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail172,294 miles (+1,039)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,294 miles
    Test number
    320475839805
    • MajorBrake hose ferrule excessively corroded both rear,brake pipe to brake pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front,small pipes to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSteering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  4. Pass171,255 miles (+2,082)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    171,255 miles
    Test number
    611655274645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass169,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    169,173 miles
    Test number
    894061617222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail169,173 miles (+676)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,173 miles
    Test number
    654437731752
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  7. Pass168,497 miles (+155)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    168,497 miles
    Test number
    571380959139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Pass168,342 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    168,342 miles
    Test number
    367493420756
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Fail168,329 miles (+13)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,329 miles
    Test number
    809108497116
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Fail168,316 miles (+2,825)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,316 miles
    Test number
    560518855559
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  11. Pass165,491 miles (+3,036)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    165,491 miles
    Test number
    272163797646
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass162,455 miles (+5,649)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    162,455 miles
    Test number
    960526605698
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass156,806 miles (+5,013)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    156,806 miles
    Test number
    342610181048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass151,793 miles (+305)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    151,793 miles
    Test number
    500618933340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass151,488 miles (+2,385)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    151,488 miles
    Test number
    754383380108
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass149,103 miles (+34)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    149,103 miles
    Test number
    402037489117
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  17. Fail149,069 miles (+1,470)1 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,069 miles
    Test number
    614775179182
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  18. Pass147,599 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    147,599 miles
    Test number
    601077688199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail147,592 miles (+3,965)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,592 miles
    Test number
    561400988146
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass143,627 miles (+13,527)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    143,627 miles
    Test number
    871269197181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass130,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    130,100 miles
    Test number
    111334356104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail130,100 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,100 miles
    Test number
    882074856169
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about T4 BTO

Does T4 BTO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 BTO is valid until 7 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T4 BTO?
The MOT on T4 BTO is valid until 7 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 BTO done?
T4 BTO was recorded at 173,503 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 2,200 miles a year.
Has T4 BTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 BTO has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T4 BTO 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 BTO find?
T4 BTO passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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