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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 2002 · 2,461 cc

T4 OBVMOT history

T4 OBV is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 18 May 2002. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 163,828 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
163,828 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,333 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 OBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
18 May 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 OBV was last recorded at 163,828 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 2,781 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,047 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,781 miles
Average per year
5,333 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,828 miles
  • 2025 – 161,047 miles
  • 2024 – 156,595 miles
  • 2023 – 150,973 miles
  • 2022 – 145,011 miles
  • 2021 – 136,902 miles
  • 2020 – 131,143 miles
  • 2019 – 125,360 miles
  • 2018 – 118,649 miles
  • 2017 – 117,105 miles
  • 2016 – 115,864 miles
  • 2015 – 113,962 miles
  • 2014 – 111,491 miles
  • 2013 – 110,725 miles
  • 2012 – 107,020 miles
  • 2011 – 103,201 miles
  • 2010 – 99,427 miles
  • 2009 – 91,421 miles
  • 2008 – 78,193 miles
  • 2006 – 57,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,828 miles
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryAir suspension fitted

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear brake balance nearing 30% maximum limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Slight wear/play in offside front lower ball joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

31 tests since 11 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,828 miles (+2,781)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    163,828 miles
    Test number
    288464117515
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAir suspension fitted

  2. Pass161,047 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    161,047 miles
    Test number
    530799052712
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been fitted with air suspension all round

  3. Fail161,047 miles (+4,452)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,047 miles
    Test number
    185553907964
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been fitted with air suspension all round

  4. Pass156,595 miles (+5,622)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    156,595 miles
    Test number
    613184068443
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass150,973 miles (+5,962)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    150,973 miles
    Test number
    239239050142
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both fronts (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryHydraulic suspension fitted all round

  6. Pass145,011 miles (+8,109)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    145,011 miles
    Test number
    562313657288
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both fronts (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryHydraulic suspension fitted all round.

  7. Pass136,902 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    136,902 miles
    Test number
    412591644286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail136,834 miles (+5,691)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,834 miles
    Test number
    376767172271
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass131,143 miles (+5,783)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    131,143 miles
    Test number
    422001631650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass125,360 miles (+6,711)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    125,360 miles
    Test number
    800423086120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass118,649 miles (+1,544)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    118,649 miles
    Test number
    379158925627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass117,105 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    117,105 miles
    Test number
    432613263051
    • AdvisoryRear brake balance nearing 30% maximum limit
    • AdvisorySlight wear/play in offside front lower ball joint

  13. Fail117,098 miles (+1,234)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,098 miles
    Test number
    113350365214
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake balance nearing 30% maximum limit
    • AdvisorySlight wear/play in offside front lower ball joint

  14. Pass115,864 miles (+1,902)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    115,864 miles
    Test number
    287342124179
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play inner track rod (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play inner track rod (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass113,962 miles (+2,471)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    113,962 miles
    Test number
    548501525065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass111,491 miles (+9)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    111,491 miles
    Test number
    308668424076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Fail111,482 miles (+757)1 failure5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,482 miles
    Test number
    436092424071
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass110,725 miles1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    110,725 miles
    Test number
    419753123045
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn

  19. Fail110,725 miles (+3,705)2 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,725 miles
    Test number
    116133623404
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn

  20. Pass107,020 miles (+23)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    107,020 miles
    Test number
    956778712077
    • NoteAdvise, engine fault light on.
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Fail106,997 miles (+3,796)2 dangerous2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,997 miles
    Test number
    647666012057
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteAdvise, engine fault light on.
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Pass103,201 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    103,201 miles
    Test number
    338458911077
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteNearside rear light lense full of water

  23. Fail103,201 miles (+3,774)2 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,201 miles
    Test number
    427314211078
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteNearside rear light lense full of water

  24. Pass99,427 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    99,427 miles
    Test number
    952084410025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail99,419 miles (+7,998)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,419 miles
    Test number
    442922710089
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass91,421 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    91,421 miles
    Test number
    112305359045
    • NoteAdvise on condition of n/s wing mirror

  27. Fail91,421 miles (+59)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,421 miles
    Test number
    152545059408
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAdvise on condition of n/s wing mirror

  28. Fail91,362 miles (+13,169)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,362 miles
    Test number
    602871759076
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteTyres worn outer and inner walls

  29. Pass78,193 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    78,193 miles
    Test number
    392361458030
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  30. Fail78,193 miles (+20,371)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,193 miles
    Test number
    520551058089
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  31. Pass57,822 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2007
    Odometer
    57,822 miles
    Test number
    553141236125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T4 OBV

Does T4 OBV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 OBV is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T4 OBV?
The MOT on T4 OBV is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 OBV done?
T4 OBV was recorded at 163,828 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 5,333 miles a year.
Has T4 OBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 OBV has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T4 OBV 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 OBV find?
T4 OBV passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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