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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

T4 MVLMOT history

T4 MVL is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 13 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 9 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 212,970 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Oct 2027
Mileage
212,970 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,744 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 MVL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
13 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 MVL was last recorded at 212,970 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 6,602 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
206,368 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6,602 miles
Average per year
6,744 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 212,970 miles
  • 2025 – 206,368 miles
  • 2024 – 198,923 miles
  • 2023 – 187,050 miles
  • 2022 – 172,721 miles
  • 2021 – 163,249 miles
  • 2020 – 162,092 miles
  • 2019 – 159,265 miles
  • 2018 – 154,807 miles
  • 2017 – 149,541 miles
  • 2016 – 145,811 miles
  • 2015 – 141,220 miles
  • 2014 – 136,973 miles
  • 2013 – 131,930 miles
  • 2012 – 124,232 miles
  • 2011 – 116,986 miles
  • 2010 – 111,552 miles
  • 2008 – 102,330 miles
  • 2007 – 90,572 miles
  • 2006 – 79,348 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass212,970 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside worn on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Corrosion offside inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

32 tests since 29 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass212,970 miles (+6,602)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    212,970 miles
    Test number
    649721259276
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass206,368 miles (+7,445)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    206,368 miles
    Test number
    515541757365
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExcessive corrosion nsf inner sill not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryExcessive corrosion osr inner sill not within prescribed area

  3. Pass198,923 miles (+322)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    198,923 miles
    Test number
    446723480233
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion offside inner sill

  4. Fail198,601 miles (+11,551)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,601 miles
    Test number
    771243896715
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low nearside and offside (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion offside inner sill

  5. Pass187,050 miles (+14,329)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    187,050 miles
    Test number
    769713891274
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill center (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass172,721 miles3 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    172,721 miles
    Test number
    250199523110
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  7. Fail172,721 miles (+9,472)1 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,721 miles
    Test number
    502193585918
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  8. Pass163,249 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    163,249 miles
    Test number
    918630630123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail163,249 miles (+1,157)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,249 miles
    Test number
    344074544683
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured from battery (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass162,092 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    162,092 miles
    Test number
    351904188968
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail162,091 miles (+2,826)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,091 miles
    Test number
    396212111516
    • MajorBrake cable damaged front parkbrake cable (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 36% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass159,265 miles (+4,458)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    159,265 miles
    Test number
    527076289598
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front exhayst silencer rusty slight blow (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass154,807 miles (+5,266)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    154,807 miles
    Test number
    333232747974
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass149,541 miles (+3,730)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    149,541 miles
    Test number
    358925768311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass145,811 miles (+4,591)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    145,811 miles
    Test number
    259617408932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass141,220 miles (+4,247)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    141,220 miles
    Test number
    299408375090
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBrake warning light on dash

  17. Pass136,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    136,973 miles
    Test number
    446879654087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail136,973 miles (+5,043)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,973 miles
    Test number
    125379254057
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass131,930 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    131,930 miles
    Test number
    268313253070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteRear seat belt buckles were difficult to retrieve

  20. Fail131,930 miles (+7,698)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,930 miles
    Test number
    538583553052
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteRear seat belt buckles were difficult to retrieve

  21. Pass124,232 miles (+9)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    124,232 miles
    Test number
    537172062098
    • NoteCoolant leak

  22. Fail124,223 miles (+7,237)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,223 miles
    Test number
    519871162044
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  23. Pass116,986 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    116,986 miles
    Test number
    139581461015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  24. Fail116,986 miles (+5,434)1 failure1 repaired6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,986 miles
    Test number
    757391461036
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  25. Fail111,552 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,552 miles
    Test number
    180271660476
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass111,552 miles (+9,222)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    111,552 miles
    Test number
    830381860005
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass102,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    102,330 miles
    Test number
    261454038379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail102,330 miles (+11,758)3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,330 miles
    Test number
    370392038368
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  29. Pass90,572 miles (+57)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    90,572 miles
    Test number
    373340437387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • NoteOffside wiper split

  30. Fail90,515 miles (+11,167)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,515 miles
    Test number
    111766627371
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • NoteOffside wiper split

  31. Pass79,348 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    79,348 miles
    Test number
    280853736323
    • NoteCrack in screen not affecting drivers view of road
    • NoteDamage to o/s outer sill
    • NoteO/s rear indicator lens slight damage
    • NoteWipers slightly smearing

  32. Fail79,348 miles4 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,348 miles
    Test number
    423243636317
    • Repaired at testFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • NoteCrack in screen not affecting drivers view of road
    • NoteDamage to o/s outer sill
    • NoteO/s rear indicator lens slight damage
    • NoteWipers slightly smearing

Questions about T4 MVL

Does T4 MVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 MVL is valid until 9 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T4 MVL?
The MOT on T4 MVL is valid until 9 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 MVL done?
T4 MVL was recorded at 212,970 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 6,744 miles a year.
Has T4 MVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 MVL has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T4 MVL 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 MVL find?
T4 MVL passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside rear all direction indicators slightly discoloured, and 1 more.

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