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Volkswagen Transporter

Red and Black · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

T4 GXMMOT history

T4 GXM is a red and black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 22 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 253,961 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
253,961 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
9,275 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 GXM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red and Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 GXM was last recorded at 253,961 miles on 20 May 2026, 882 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Mar 2010: 15,235 miles, lower than 151,999 miles on 11 Mar 2010.

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
253,079 miles · 21 May 2025
Between the last two tests
882 miles
Average per year
9,275 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 253,961 miles
  • 2025 – 253,079 miles
  • 2024 – 252,391 miles
  • 2023 – 251,222 miles
  • 2021 – 249,448 miles
  • 2020 – 247,269 miles
  • 2019 – 244,914 miles
  • 2018 – 242,882 miles
  • 2017 – 233,338 miles
  • 2016 – 224,362 miles
  • 2015 – 212,814 miles
  • 2014 – 200,266 miles
  • 2013 – 186,049 miles
  • 2012 – 180,466 miles
  • 2011 – 170,945 miles
  • 2010 – 15,235 miles
  • 2009 – 131,206 miles
  • 2008 – 108,899 miles
  • 2007 – 88,165 miles
  • 2006 – 66,610 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass253,961 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Oil leaking excessively from engine

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

33 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass253,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    253,961 miles
    Test number
    946799017505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail253,961 miles (+882)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,961 miles
    Test number
    383971727290
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass253,079 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    253,079 miles
    Test number
    225687141882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail253,078 miles (+687)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,078 miles
    Test number
    255947489535
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass252,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    252,391 miles
    Test number
    967103099202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail252,390 miles (+1,168)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    252,390 miles
    Test number
    932189214342
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass251,222 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    251,222 miles
    Test number
    473304540639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail251,219 miles (+1,771)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,219 miles
    Test number
    636435277623
    • MajorEmissions not tested unable to stabilize idle (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass249,448 miles (+7)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    249,448 miles
    Test number
    854286330498
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  10. Fail249,441 miles (+2,172)6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,441 miles
    Test number
    169379276725
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension quite bouncy
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  11. Pass247,269 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    247,269 miles
    Test number
    131172004801
    • MinorNearside Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable damaged but not to excess slightly frayed (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail247,269 miles (+2,355)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,269 miles
    Test number
    530694879625
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable damaged but not to excess slightly frayed (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass244,914 miles (+2,032)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    244,914 miles
    Test number
    477349950958
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight wear upper droplink bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass242,882 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    242,882 miles
    Test number
    161175194904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail242,880 miles (+9,542)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,880 miles
    Test number
    421845613929
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  16. Pass233,338 miles (+8,976)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    233,338 miles
    Test number
    654766397391
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  17. Pass224,362 miles (+11,548)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    224,362 miles
    Test number
    570474895438
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  18. Pass212,814 miles (+12,548)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    212,814 miles
    Test number
    597471275148
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass200,266 miles (+226)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    200,266 miles
    Test number
    397941274026
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail200,040 miles (+13,991)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,040 miles
    Test number
    327643664005
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass186,049 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    186,049 miles
    Test number
    676580073015
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteDamage to nearside rear tyre outer sidewall

  22. Fail186,049 miles (+5,583)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,049 miles
    Test number
    127706963096
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteDamage to nearside rear tyre outer sidewall

  23. Pass180,466 miles (+9,521)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    180,466 miles
    Test number
    685742072081
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • NoteRear number plate starting to delaminate

  24. Pass170,945 miles (+155,710)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    170,945 miles
    Test number
    747357161036
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pad warning light displayed

  25. Pass15,235 miles (-136,764)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    15,235 miles
    Test number
    932911670088
    • 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)

  26. Fail151,999 miles (+20,793)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,999 miles
    Test number
    550460170091
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass131,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    131,206 miles
    Test number
    513632679080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail131,206 miles (+22,307)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,206 miles
    Test number
    860941679028
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureFront Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  29. Pass108,899 miles (+20,734)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    108,899 miles
    Test number
    430803878072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  30. Pass88,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    88,165 miles
    Test number
    362762877091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail88,165 miles (+21,555)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,165 miles
    Test number
    331542477093
    • FailureDipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (1.7.4b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres starting to perish

  32. Pass66,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    66,610 miles
    Test number
    154707866400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail66,610 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,610 miles
    Test number
    323377766015
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about T4 GXM

Does T4 GXM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 GXM is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T4 GXM?
The MOT on T4 GXM is valid until 20 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 GXM done?
T4 GXM was recorded at 253,961 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 9,275 miles a year.
Has T4 GXM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 GXM has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T4 GXM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Mar 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T4 GXM find?
T4 GXM passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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