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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 1,896 cc

T4 FOAMOT history

T4 FOA is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 3 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 167,980 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
167,980 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,938 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 FOA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
3 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 FOA was last recorded at 167,980 miles on 18 May 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,978 miles · 11 May 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,938 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,980 miles
  • 2025 – 162,866 miles
  • 2024 – 160,432 miles
  • 2023 – 159,484 miles
  • 2022 – 158,300 miles
  • 2021 – 157,562 miles
  • 2020 – 157,147 miles
  • 2019 – 155,790 miles
  • 2018 – 155,497 miles
  • 2017 – 154,698 miles
  • 2016 – 152,221 miles
  • 2015 – 150,511 miles
  • 2014 – 148,008 miles
  • 2013 – 140,653 miles
  • 2012 – 134,405 miles
  • 2011 – 125,601 miles
  • 2010 – 112,046 miles
  • 2008 – 100,072 miles
  • 2007 – 87,575 miles
  • 2006 – 67,445 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,980 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))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.

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Exhaust centre joint corroded and clamp broken (secure at time of test )

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside inner sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 7 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,980 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    167,980 miles
    Test number
    806259018791
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  2. Fail167,978 miles (+5,112)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,978 miles
    Test number
    134890634387
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive borderline (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDifferent size tyres fitted front to rear
  3. Pass162,866 miles (+2,434)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2026
    Odometer
    162,866 miles
    Test number
    842251752068
    • MinorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust clamp defective/corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack mount bushes are worn
  4. Pass160,432 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    160,432 miles
    Test number
    164757948492
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre joint corroded and clamp broken (secure at time of test )
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front upper arm ball joint has play to the limit
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pad 3/4 worn
    • AdvisoryPlay detected at inner rack joints and small play in rack mounting bushes
    • AdvisoryRear discs corroded
  5. Fail160,432 miles (+948)2 dangerous4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,432 miles
    Test number
    992310632728
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake cable damaged centre handbrake cable broken (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre joint corroded and clamp broken (secure at time of test )
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front upper arm ball joint has play to the limit
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pad 3/4 worn
    • AdvisoryPlay detected at inner rack joints and small play in rack mounting bushes
    • AdvisoryRear discs corroded
  6. Pass159,484 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    159,484 miles
    Test number
    553973734462
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  7. Fail159,481 miles (+1,181)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,481 miles
    Test number
    964092640604
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  8. Pass158,300 miles (+738)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    158,300 miles
    Test number
    555876457358
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  9. Pass157,562 miles (+415)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    157,562 miles
    Test number
    892996214475
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  10. Pass157,147 miles (+1,357)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    157,147 miles
    Test number
    331188973768
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  11. Pass155,790 miles (+293)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    155,790 miles
    Test number
    296933099413
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre damage (inner side wall)
  12. Pass155,497 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    155,497 miles
    Test number
    737697687215
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn thin on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre damaged on inner edge
  13. Fail155,497 miles (+799)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,497 miles
    Test number
    487748065403
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn thin on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre damaged on inner edge
  14. Pass154,698 miles (+2,477)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    154,698 miles
    Test number
    769369316338
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner treads
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres on 1.6 to 2.0 mm
    • AdvisorySlight play in both track rod ends
  15. Pass152,221 miles (+1,710)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    152,221 miles
    Test number
    422867377440
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play trackrod (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  16. Fail150,511 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,511 miles
    Test number
    309858335020
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass150,511 miles (+2,503)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    150,511 miles
    Test number
    857868035088
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass148,008 miles (+4)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    148,008 miles
    Test number
    206639144045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteChip outside swept area
    • NoteNearside front indicator loose but not insecure
    • NoteOil level just above max mark
    • NoteSlight play in both front anti roll bar inner bushes
    • NoteSlight play in both front inner rack joints
  19. Fail148,004 miles (+7,351)4 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,004 miles
    Test number
    279238944059
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteChip outside swept area
    • NoteNearside front indicator loose but not insecure
    • NoteOil level just above max mark
    • NoteSlight play in both front anti roll bar inner bushes
    • NoteSlight play in both front inner rack joints
  20. Pass140,653 miles (+9)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    140,653 miles
    Test number
    509964643048
    • NoteBoth front outer sills corroded but not within perscribed area
    • NoteSlight play in both front inner rack joints
  21. Fail140,644 miles (+6,239)9 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,644 miles
    Test number
    737923543049
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • NoteBoth front outer sills corroded but not within perscribed area
    • NoteSlight play in both front inner rack joints
  22. Pass134,405 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    134,405 miles
    Test number
    189734642477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail134,400 miles (+8,799)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,400 miles
    Test number
    386309732030
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside 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)
  24. Pass125,601 miles (+4)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    125,601 miles
    Test number
    625040841059
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
  25. Fail125,597 miles (+13,551)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,597 miles
    Test number
    506388331005
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
  26. Pass112,046 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    112,046 miles
    Test number
    101592630443
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside mirror is damaged
    • NoteWiper blades are in poor condition
  27. Fail112,043 miles (+11,971)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,043 miles
    Test number
    674672930062
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside mirror is damaged
    • NoteWiper blades are in poor condition
  28. Pass100,072 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    100,072 miles
    Test number
    940320458320
    • NoteBrake pad warning lamp on
  29. Fail100,067 miles (+12,492)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,067 miles
    Test number
    221310558388
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake pad warning lamp on
  30. Pass87,575 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    87,575 miles
    Test number
    832135647397
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  31. Fail87,575 miles (+20,130)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,575 miles
    Test number
    964245047306
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  32. Pass67,445 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    67,445 miles
    Test number
    273377206078
    • NoteImbalance on front brakes

Questions about T4 FOA

Does T4 FOA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 FOA is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T4 FOA?
The MOT on T4 FOA is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 FOA done?
T4 FOA was recorded at 167,980 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 4,938 miles a year.
Has T4 FOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 FOA has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T4 FOA 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 FOA find?
T4 FOA passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 2 advisories: front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; nearside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush.

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