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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,461 cc

T4 GXWMOT history

T4 GXW is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 4 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 223,418 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Oct 2027
Mileage
223,418 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,565 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 GXW
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
1 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 GXW was last recorded at 223,418 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 3,085 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Feb 2007: 85,450 miles, lower than 85,492 miles on 22 Feb 2007.
  • 4 Sept 2015: 102,142 miles, lower than 173,679 miles on 20 May 2014.

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
220,333 miles · 3 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,085 miles
Average per year
7,565 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 223,418 miles
  • 2025 – 220,333 miles
  • 2024 – 216,726 miles
  • 2023 – 211,091 miles
  • 2022 – 205,709 miles
  • 2021 – 201,397 miles
  • 2020 – 196,316 miles
  • 2019 – 192,562 miles
  • 2018 – 190,875 miles
  • 2017 – 188,120 miles
  • 2015 – 102,142 miles
  • 2014 – 173,679 miles
  • 2013 – 161,594 miles
  • 2012 – 152,894 miles
  • 2011 – 139,363 miles
  • 2010 – 126,906 miles
  • 2009 – 114,981 miles
  • 2008 – 101,346 miles
  • 2007 – 85,450 miles
  • 2006 – 67,701 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass223,418 miles

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.

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous5 MOTs, 2008–2013

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

30 tests since 24 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass223,418 miles (+3,085)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    223,418 miles
    Test number
    453917919985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass220,333 miles (+3,607)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    220,333 miles
    Test number
    100603407179
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass216,726 miles (+5,635)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    216,726 miles
    Test number
    197351579434
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass211,091 miles (+5,382)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    211,091 miles
    Test number
    534187203243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass205,709 miles (+4,312)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    205,709 miles
    Test number
    257540799060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass201,397 miles (+5,081)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    201,397 miles
    Test number
    405023845025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass196,316 miles (+3,754)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    196,316 miles
    Test number
    773294717072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass192,562 miles (+1,687)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    192,562 miles
    Test number
    926150076600
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral condition

  9. Pass190,875 miles (+2,755)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    190,875 miles
    Test number
    241675520013
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass188,120 miles (+85,978)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    188,120 miles
    Test number
    475889519619
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryExtensive general under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryTyres wearing on edges

  11. Pass102,142 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    102,142 miles
    Test number
    261416287436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  12. Fail102,142 miles (-71,537)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,142 miles
    Test number
    569180274899
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass173,679 miles (+108)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    173,679 miles
    Test number
    657890244191
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll brake backing plates are damaged and corroded.
    • NoteAll steel brake pipes are corroded and will require attention.
    • NoteN/s/r light lens damaged.

  14. Fail173,571 miles (+181)2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,571 miles
    Test number
    125768924103
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteGeneral corrosion on wheel arches and sills.
    • NoteRear brake backing plates badly damaged and corroded.
    • NoteSee brake sheet attached.
    • NoteO/s head-light slightly loose and low only just acceptable.

  15. Fail173,390 miles (+11,796)13 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,390 miles
    Test number
    218685714109
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c)
    • FailureRear Loading door cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteGeneral corrosion on wheel arches and sills.
    • NoteRear brake backing plates badly damaged and corroded.

  16. Pass161,594 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    161,594 miles
    Test number
    869683713188
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteExhaust is corroded
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Fail161,594 miles (+8,700)2 dangerous17 failures9 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,594 miles
    Test number
    326089503101
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust is corroded
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass152,894 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    152,894 miles
    Test number
    446909062011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteN/s tyre damage on s/wall

  19. Fail152,894 miles (+13,531)1 dangerous5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,894 miles
    Test number
    586356162017
    • DangerousRear discs corroded
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteN/s tyre damage on s/wall

  20. Pass139,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    139,363 miles
    Test number
    697701361006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail139,363 miles (+12,457)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,363 miles
    Test number
    215489451081
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass126,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    126,906 miles
    Test number
    793441540007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail126,906 miles (+11,925)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,906 miles
    Test number
    254229330086
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass114,981 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    114,981 miles
    Test number
    364340059068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail114,914 miles (+13,568)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,914 miles
    Test number
    172278749087
    • FailureBody has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass101,346 miles (+429)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    101,346 miles
    Test number
    751617258091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail100,917 miles (+15,467)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,917 miles
    Test number
    540021658054
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass85,450 miles (-42)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    85,450 miles
    Test number
    153969457063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail85,492 miles (+17,791)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,492 miles
    Test number
    112573957462
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass67,701 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    67,701 miles
    Test number
    424975656084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T4 GXW

Does T4 GXW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 GXW is valid until 4 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T4 GXW?
The MOT on T4 GXW is valid until 4 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 GXW done?
T4 GXW was recorded at 223,418 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 7,565 miles a year.
Has T4 GXW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 GXW has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2015.
Has the mileage on T4 GXW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 28 Feb 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T4 GXW find?
T4 GXW passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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