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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,461 cc

T4 EMUMOT history

T4 EMU is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 3 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 170,442 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
170,442 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,185 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 EMU
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
3 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 EMU was last recorded at 170,442 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Jan 2009: 27,727 miles, lower than 85,895 miles on 16 Jan 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
170,441 miles · 26 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,185 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,442 miles
  • 2025 – 162,789 miles
  • 2024 – 158,131 miles
  • 2023 – 156,310 miles
  • 2022 – 153,440 miles
  • 2021 – 150,803 miles
  • 2020 – 148,700 miles
  • 2019 – 145,478 miles
  • 2018 – 142,068 miles
  • 2017 – 138,531 miles
  • 2016 – 134,155 miles
  • 2015 – 128,336 miles
  • 2014 – 123,904 miles
  • 2013 – 119,077 miles
  • 2012 – 115,478 miles
  • 2011 – 110,823 miles
  • 2009 – 105,382 miles
  • 2008 – 85,895 miles
  • 2007 – 72,988 miles
  • 2006 – 70,171 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,442 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Slight play in n/s front inner steering rack joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 28 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,442 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    170,442 miles
    Test number
    776358856771
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail170,441 miles (+7,652)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,441 miles
    Test number
    673762873876
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass162,789 miles (+4,658)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    162,789 miles
    Test number
    876493106707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass158,131 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    158,131 miles
    Test number
    406742880014
    • 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))

  5. Fail158,130 miles (+1,820)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,130 miles
    Test number
    320938761478
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • 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))

  6. Pass156,310 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    156,310 miles
    Test number
    948563716810
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail156,310 miles (+2,870)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,310 miles
    Test number
    599922740191
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass153,440 miles (+2,637)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    153,440 miles
    Test number
    366732000449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass150,803 miles (+2,103)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    150,803 miles
    Test number
    268448853815
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass148,700 miles (+3,222)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    148,700 miles
    Test number
    645697807578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass145,478 miles (+3,410)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    145,478 miles
    Test number
    880935109971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass142,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    142,068 miles
    Test number
    909608927015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail142,068 miles (+3,537)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,068 miles
    Test number
    764302309817
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass138,531 miles (+4,376)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    138,531 miles
    Test number
    727868844194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass134,155 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    134,155 miles
    Test number
    397877536171
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s front inner steering rack joint

  16. Fail134,155 miles (+5,819)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,155 miles
    Test number
    301423854642
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s front inner steering rack joint

  17. Pass128,336 miles (+4,432)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    128,336 miles
    Test number
    116552015417
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass123,904 miles (+4,827)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    123,904 miles
    Test number
    209244504044
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass119,077 miles (+3,599)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    119,077 miles
    Test number
    168925613076
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in n/s rack

  20. Pass115,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    115,478 miles
    Test number
    147651312408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail115,477 miles (+4,654)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,477 miles
    Test number
    399161512087
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass110,823 miles (+5,441)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    110,823 miles
    Test number
    576312211019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass105,382 miles (+77,655)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    105,382 miles
    Test number
    361625069301
    • NoteExhaust getting scabby. slight play in steering rack

  24. Pass27,727 miles (-58,168)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    27,727 miles
    Test number
    592854019056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass85,895 miles (+12,907)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    85,895 miles
    Test number
    934326718041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass72,988 miles (+2,817)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    72,988 miles
    Test number
    982418607023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • NoteVery slight play in both inner steering rack tie rod ball joints

  27. Pass70,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    70,171 miles
    Test number
    102241876290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T4 EMU

Does T4 EMU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 EMU is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T4 EMU?
The MOT on T4 EMU is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 EMU done?
T4 EMU was recorded at 170,442 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 5,185 miles a year.
Has T4 EMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 EMU has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T4 EMU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Jan 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T4 EMU find?
T4 EMU passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 3 more.

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