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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,461 cc

T4 BTVMOT history

T4 BTV is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 4 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 249,916 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jul 2027
Mileage
249,916 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,997 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 BTV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
4 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 BTV was last recorded at 249,916 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 197 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
249,719 miles · 25 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
197 miles
Average per year
7,997 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 249,916 miles
  • 2025 – 249,719 miles
  • 2024 – 249,161 miles
  • 2023 – 248,865 miles
  • 2022 – 246,565 miles
  • 2021 – 243,342 miles
  • 2020 – 240,483 miles
  • 2019 – 237,546 miles
  • 2018 – 232,100 miles
  • 2017 – 226,312 miles
  • 2016 – 215,892 miles
  • 2015 – 209,265 miles
  • 2014 – 201,628 miles
  • 2013 – 194,761 miles
  • 2012 – 182,996 miles
  • 2011 – 172,085 miles
  • 2010 – 161,800 miles
  • 2009 – 158,243 miles
  • 2008 – 145,136 miles
  • 2007 – 116,666 miles
  • 2006 – 86,402 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass249,916 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre cracking also 225-40-18

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (Offside&Nearside)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Fuel system component leaking

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 11 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass249,916 miles (+197)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    249,916 miles
    Test number
    810688675898
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass249,719 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    249,719 miles
    Test number
    521516485780
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre cracking also 225-40-18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (Offside&Nearside) (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail249,717 miles (+556)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,717 miles
    Test number
    286402069270
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre cracking also 225-40-18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (Offside&Nearside) (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass249,161 miles (+296)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    249,161 miles
    Test number
    854596111833
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective juddering effect (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly Worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  5. Pass248,865 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    248,865 miles
    Test number
    628192681715
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail248,863 miles (+2,298)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,863 miles
    Test number
    446204694221
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass246,565 miles (+3,223)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    246,565 miles
    Test number
    201004744024
    • AdvisoryENGINE UNDER TRAY FITTED
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake grabbing slightly BOTH SIDE (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWIPER BLADE CHATTERING

  8. Pass243,342 miles (+2,859)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    243,342 miles
    Test number
    412321632671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass240,483 miles (+2,937)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    240,483 miles
    Test number
    694070088149
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake lower effort

  10. Pass237,546 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    237,546 miles
    Test number
    167750937591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail237,544 miles (+5,444)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,544 miles
    Test number
    921444341277
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen in an unacceptable condition cracked (3.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front and n/s/r tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear HAND BRAKE CABLE CORRODED

  12. Pass232,100 miles (+5,788)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    232,100 miles
    Test number
    533216141512
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside windscreen wiper blade split on end
    • AdvisoryRear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess bush slightly worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))

  13. Pass226,312 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    226,312 miles
    Test number
    798879422385
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre low on tread and badly perished
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to n/s/f outer sill

  14. Fail226,132 miles (+10,240)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,132 miles
    Test number
    723210202966
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre low on tread and badly perished
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to n/s/f outer sill

  15. Pass215,892 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    215,892 miles
    Test number
    648554539566
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre getting low
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front tie rods

  16. Fail215,892 miles (+6,627)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,892 miles
    Test number
    359575112536
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre getting low
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front tie rods

  17. Pass209,265 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    209,265 miles
    Test number
    656250185066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail209,255 miles (+7,627)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,255 miles
    Test number
    175599275046
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass201,628 miles (+6,867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    201,628 miles
    Test number
    799273174092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass194,761 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    194,761 miles
    Test number
    289120923484
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Fail194,748 miles (+11,752)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,748 miles
    Test number
    716179013140
    • FailureRear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Pass182,996 miles (+10,911)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    182,996 miles
    Test number
    736507682033
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass172,085 miles (+10,285)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    172,085 miles
    Test number
    376141381033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass161,800 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    161,800 miles
    Test number
    840088170008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail161,733 miles (+3,490)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,733 miles
    Test number
    174415970426
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  26. Pass158,243 miles (+13,107)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    158,243 miles
    Test number
    393216799054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass145,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    145,136 miles
    Test number
    703970238052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail145,136 miles (+28,470)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,136 miles
    Test number
    131259928497
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside brake disc cracked (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  29. Pass116,666 miles (+30,264)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    116,666 miles
    Test number
    881186937023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass86,402 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    86,402 miles
    Test number
    554362346075
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about T4 BTV

Does T4 BTV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 BTV is valid until 24 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T4 BTV?
The MOT on T4 BTV is valid until 24 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 BTV done?
T4 BTV was recorded at 249,916 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 7,997 miles a year.
Has T4 BTV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 BTV has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T4 BTV 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 BTV find?
T4 BTV passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: front lower oil leak, but not excessive sump area; nearside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside rear outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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