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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

T4 DBVMOT history

T4 DBV is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 16 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 Oct 2025 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 297,353 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Oct 2025
Mileage
297,353 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2024
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,679 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 DBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 DBV was last recorded at 297,353 miles on 2 Oct 2024, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
297,344 miles · 27 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
9,679 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 297,353 miles
  • 2023 – 295,361 miles
  • 2022 – 287,998 miles
  • 2020 – 281,279 miles
  • 2019 – 273,300 miles
  • 2018 – 269,789 miles
  • 2017 – 269,543 miles
  • 2016 – 263,354 miles
  • 2014 – 244,203 miles
  • 2013 – 226,187 miles
  • 2012 – 212,982 miles
  • 2011 – 208,541 miles
  • 2010 – 200,278 miles
  • 2008 – 188,823 miles
  • 2007 – 155,463 miles
  • 2006 – 121,005 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass297,353 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Oil on engine.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Road brake test carried out as suspect weight on mot system for brake roller test is wrong

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Some play in both ends of steering rack.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 14 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass297,353 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    297,353 miles
    Test number
    958417719229
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail297,344 miles (+1,983)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    297,344 miles
    Test number
    227300651880
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass295,361 miles (+7,363)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    295,361 miles
    Test number
    780608685260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass287,998 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    287,998 miles
    Test number
    470151529080
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail287,997 miles (+6,718)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    287,997 miles
    Test number
    644355411801
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass281,279 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    281,279 miles
    Test number
    500774598317
    • AdvisoryOil on engine.
    • AdvisoryRoad brake test carried out as suspect weight on mot system for brake roller test is wrong
    • AdvisorySome play in both ends of steering rack.
    • AdvisoryThere is a pinhole in the n/s front outer driveshaft gaiter.

  7. Fail281,265 miles (+7,965)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    281,265 miles
    Test number
    394879954868
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil on engine.
    • AdvisoryRoad brake test carried out as suspect weight on mot system for brake roller test is wrong
    • AdvisorySome play in both ends of steering rack.
    • AdvisoryThere is a pinhole in the n/s front outer driveshaft gaiter.

  8. Pass273,300 miles (+5)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    273,300 miles
    Test number
    434507342196
    • MinorNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH of calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front forward of arch corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail273,295 miles (+3,506)5 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    273,295 miles
    Test number
    629413976238
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rearward of arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rearward of arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH of calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front forward of arch corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass269,789 miles (+246)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    269,789 miles
    Test number
    136084584175
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  11. Pass269,543 miles (+6,189)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    269,543 miles
    Test number
    493428389257
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass263,354 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    263,354 miles
    Test number
    201378626760
    • AdvisoryChips to windscreen
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to vehicle structure

  13. Fail263,354 miles (+19,151)7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    263,354 miles
    Test number
    918778411105
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement all (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (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)
    • AdvisoryChips to windscreen
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to vehicle structure

  14. Pass244,203 miles (+18,016)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    244,203 miles
    Test number
    499493454449
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  15. Pass226,187 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    226,187 miles
    Test number
    939011943359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail226,184 miles (+13,202)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,184 miles
    Test number
    928850143398
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass212,982 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    212,982 miles
    Test number
    347866952385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail212,980 miles (+4,439)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,980 miles
    Test number
    107525452393
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass208,541 miles (+8,263)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    208,541 miles
    Test number
    506926901013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass200,278 miles (+11,455)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    200,278 miles
    Test number
    633225100051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass188,823 miles (+432)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    188,823 miles
    Test number
    661748258117
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on dash?

  22. Fail188,391 miles (+32,928)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,391 miles
    Test number
    393265458148
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass155,463 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    155,463 miles
    Test number
    192722897142
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHand brake cable in poor condition
    • NoteRear discs worn

  24. Fail155,463 miles (+34,458)1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,463 miles
    Test number
    814732997110
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHand brake cable in poor condition
    • NoteRear discs worn

  25. Pass121,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    121,005 miles
    Test number
    683485096106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail121,005 miles7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,005 miles
    Test number
    702245396116
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about T4 DBV

Does T4 DBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T4 DBV expired on 1 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T4 DBV?
The MOT on T4 DBV expired on 1 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T4 DBV done?
T4 DBV was recorded at 297,353 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2024, an average of 9,679 miles a year.
Has T4 DBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 DBV has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T4 DBV 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 DBV find?
T4 DBV passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2024 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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