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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T4 ESCMOT history

T4 ESC is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 23 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 128,199 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jul 2027
Mileage
128,199 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,013 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 ESC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 ESC was last recorded at 128,199 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,182 miles · 20 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
3,013 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,199 miles
  • 2025 – 125,326 miles
  • 2024 – 120,687 miles
  • 2023 – 118,368 miles
  • 2022 – 118,076 miles
  • 2021 – 117,585 miles
  • 2020 – 116,254 miles
  • 2019 – 115,879 miles
  • 2018 – 109,804 miles
  • 2017 – 108,850 miles
  • 2014 – 106,709 miles
  • 2013 – 101,873 miles
  • 2012 – 94,796 miles
  • 2011 – 90,669 miles
  • 2010 – 85,586 miles
  • 2008 – 83,375 miles
  • 2007 – 81,045 miles
  • 2006 – 73,716 miles
  • 2005 – 64,985 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,199 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))Recorded 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.

  • General corrosion on under side

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt o/s & n/s

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s & n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 2 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,199 miles (+17)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    128,199 miles
    Test number
    487321969030
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

  2. Fail128,182 miles (+2,856)1 dangerous4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,182 miles
    Test number
    224410932210
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Emissions unable to be completed exhaust blow (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass125,326 miles (+4,639)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    125,326 miles
    Test number
    341224566852
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass120,687 miles (+2,319)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    120,687 miles
    Test number
    840182899586
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on under side

  5. Pass118,368 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    118,368 miles
    Test number
    120733693165
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt o/s & n/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on under side

  6. Fail118,367 miles (+291)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,367 miles
    Test number
    438389879494
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt o/s & n/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on under side

  7. Pass118,076 miles (+491)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    118,076 miles
    Test number
    911583489664
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt o/s & n/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s & n/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on under side

  8. Pass117,585 miles (+1,331)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    117,585 miles
    Test number
    256297061459
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass116,254 miles (+375)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2021
    Odometer
    116,254 miles
    Test number
    844998045467
    • MinorNearside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass115,879 miles (+6,075)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    115,879 miles
    Test number
    121352283256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass109,804 miles (+954)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    109,804 miles
    Test number
    238950438105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass108,850 miles (+2,141)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    108,850 miles
    Test number
    764288616633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass106,709 miles (+4,836)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    106,709 miles
    Test number
    468626454296
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteAlternator/battery light is on.

  14. Pass101,873 miles (+7,077)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    101,873 miles
    Test number
    609381023174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass94,796 miles (+4,127)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    94,796 miles
    Test number
    739220632181
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteN/s/r park brake cable condition

  16. Pass90,669 miles (+5,083)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2012
    Odometer
    90,669 miles
    Test number
    536075421140
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass85,586 miles (+2,211)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2011
    Odometer
    85,586 miles
    Test number
    231358820110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass83,375 miles (+2,330)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    83,375 miles
    Test number
    133042258259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass81,045 miles (+7,329)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    81,045 miles
    Test number
    524744337272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass73,716 miles (+8,731)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    73,716 miles
    Test number
    211828136233
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass64,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    64,985 miles
    Test number
    693634515217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T4 ESC

Does T4 ESC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 ESC is valid until 26 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T4 ESC?
The MOT on T4 ESC is valid until 26 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 ESC done?
T4 ESC was recorded at 128,199 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 3,013 miles a year.
Has T4 ESC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 ESC has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T4 ESC 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 ESC find?
T4 ESC passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 10 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 7 more.

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