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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

T4 BUWMOT history

T4 BUW is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 189,133 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
189,133 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,408 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 BUW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 BUW was last recorded at 189,133 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
189,131 miles · 10 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,408 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 189,133 miles
  • 2025 – 182,392 miles
  • 2024 – 176,340 miles
  • 2023 – 172,044 miles
  • 2022 – 167,305 miles
  • 2020 – 165,194 miles
  • 2019 – 163,152 miles
  • 2018 – 160,356 miles
  • 2016 – 156,479 miles
  • 2015 – 153,921 miles
  • 2014 – 151,378 miles
  • 2013 – 146,037 miles
  • 2012 – 138,585 miles
  • 2011 – 124,001 miles
  • 2010 – 117,450 miles
  • 2009 – 106,557 miles
  • 2008 – 103,343 miles
  • 2007 – 88,925 miles
  • 2006 – 68,736 miles
  • 2005 – 59,369 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,133 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front inner rack endsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front exhaust heat shield partly looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Brake master cylinder close to minimum mark

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 18 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,133 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    189,133 miles
    Test number
    612234532020
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front inner rack ends
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front exhaust heat shield partly loose

  2. Fail189,131 miles (+6,739)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,131 miles
    Test number
    871549003962
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front inner rack ends
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front exhaust heat shield partly loose

  3. Pass182,392 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    182,392 miles
    Test number
    660236864616
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area to sliding door area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail182,389 miles (+6,049)2 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,389 miles
    Test number
    464078407671
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area to sliding door area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass176,340 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    176,340 miles
    Test number
    530173273476
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail176,340 miles (+4,296)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,340 miles
    Test number
    919030623368
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass172,044 miles (+2)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    172,044 miles
    Test number
    366462600193
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (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))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail172,042 miles (+4,737)4 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,042 miles
    Test number
    335305069992
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (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))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass167,305 miles (+2,111)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    167,305 miles
    Test number
    795344655279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass165,194 miles (+2,042)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    165,194 miles
    Test number
    498785608759
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass163,152 miles (+2,796)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    163,152 miles
    Test number
    944860927579
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass160,356 miles (+3,877)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    160,356 miles
    Test number
    297709394361
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened front hand brake cable (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass156,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    156,479 miles
    Test number
    825995208451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail156,479 miles (+2,558)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,479 miles
    Test number
    367435716356
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  15. Pass153,921 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    153,921 miles
    Test number
    856911274162
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cable starting to fray
    • AdvisoryN/s/f balljoint rubber starting to split
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brakepipe starting to fray
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front rack arms

  16. Fail153,921 miles (+2,543)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,921 miles
    Test number
    302498822758
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cable starting to fray
    • AdvisoryN/s/f balljoint rubber starting to split
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brakepipe starting to fray
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front rack arms

  17. Pass151,378 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    151,378 miles
    Test number
    357452124364
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteExhaust corroded and holed not excessive

  18. Fail151,378 miles (+5,341)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,378 miles
    Test number
    226632424337
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteExhaust corroded and holed not excessive

  19. Pass146,037 miles (+7,452)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    146,037 miles
    Test number
    228576943312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass138,585 miles (+112)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    138,585 miles
    Test number
    429855542396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Fail138,473 miles (+14,472)6 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,473 miles
    Test number
    578551442324
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Pass124,001 miles (+6,551)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    124,001 miles
    Test number
    148115831354
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass117,450 miles (+10,893)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    117,450 miles
    Test number
    983629320350
    • NoteSlight play in the front wheels.
    • NoteThe brake pade level light is on.
    • NoteThe o/s mirror is cracked.
    • NoteThe o/s rear tyres is naild.
    • NoteWipers.

  24. Pass106,557 miles (+3,214)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    106,557 miles
    Test number
    834244419368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass103,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    103,343 miles
    Test number
    332538718305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail103,343 miles (+14,418)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,343 miles
    Test number
    341788918397
    • FailureDirection indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass88,925 miles (+20,189)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    88,925 miles
    Test number
    402679517463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass68,736 miles (+9,367)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    68,736 miles
    Test number
    400153616499
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass59,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    59,369 miles
    Test number
    482382025426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T4 BUW

Does T4 BUW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 BUW is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T4 BUW?
The MOT on T4 BUW is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 BUW done?
T4 BUW was recorded at 189,133 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 6,408 miles a year.
Has T4 BUW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 BUW has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T4 BUW 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 BUW find?
T4 BUW passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; front play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front inner rack ends; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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