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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

T4 OELMOT history

T4 OEL is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 252,002 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
252,002 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,039 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 OEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 OEL was last recorded at 252,002 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
251,993 miles · 16 May 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
5,039 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 252,002 miles
  • 2025 – 250,682 miles
  • 2020 – 248,565 miles
  • 2019 – 246,194 miles
  • 2018 – 242,248 miles
  • 2017 – 235,882 miles
  • 2016 – 232,207 miles
  • 2015 – 230,515 miles
  • 2014 – 225,907 miles
  • 2013 – 219,377 miles
  • 2012 – 213,199 miles
  • 2011 – 203,140 miles
  • 2010 – 201,614 miles
  • 2009 – 191,059 miles
  • 2008 – 179,273 miles
  • 2007 – 166,211 miles
  • 2006 – 151,602 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass252,002 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 14 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass252,002 miles (+9)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    252,002 miles
    Test number
    631023399235
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass251,993 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    251,993 miles
    Test number
    167957628968
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail251,993 miles (+1,311)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,993 miles
    Test number
    201517728227
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass250,682 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    250,682 miles
    Test number
    325968866254
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Swivel seat pins slightly worn

  5. Fail250,682 miles (+2,117)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,682 miles
    Test number
    580534058208
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Swivel seat pins slightly worn

  6. Pass248,565 miles (+2,371)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    248,565 miles
    Test number
    173931006703
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass246,194 miles (+3,946)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    246,194 miles
    Test number
    213068610636
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass242,248 miles (+6,366)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    242,248 miles
    Test number
    280542953947
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass235,882 miles (+3,675)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    235,882 miles
    Test number
    460923102881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass232,207 miles (+1,692)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    232,207 miles
    Test number
    247066851799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass230,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    230,515 miles
    Test number
    405202636013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail230,515 miles (+4,608)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,515 miles
    Test number
    466245494501
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

  13. Pass225,907 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    225,907 miles
    Test number
    596936614319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail225,864 miles (+6,487)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,864 miles
    Test number
    148588284297
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteRear disks corroded

  15. Pass219,377 miles (+6,178)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    219,377 miles
    Test number
    549351483228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass213,199 miles (+10,059)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    213,199 miles
    Test number
    609795182283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass203,140 miles (+1,526)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    203,140 miles
    Test number
    477223721458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass201,614 miles (+77)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    201,614 miles
    Test number
    220200730358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail201,537 miles (+10,478)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,537 miles
    Test number
    590488720324
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass191,059 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    191,059 miles
    Test number
    594743869304
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Fail191,059 miles (+11,786)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,059 miles
    Test number
    960233469345
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass179,273 miles (+13,062)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    179,273 miles
    Test number
    243242838356
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass166,211 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    166,211 miles
    Test number
    351884907360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail166,210 miles (+14,608)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,210 miles
    Test number
    860674607385
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  25. Pass151,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    151,602 miles
    Test number
    333087756457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T4 OEL

Does T4 OEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 OEL is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T4 OEL?
The MOT on T4 OEL is valid until 17 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 OEL done?
T4 OEL was recorded at 252,002 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 5,039 miles a year.
Has T4 OEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 OEL has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T4 OEL 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 OEL find?
T4 OEL passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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