Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 2,459 cc

T4 SFVMOT history

T4 SFV is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 7 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 175,736 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jun 2027
Mileage
175,736 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,731 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T4 SFV in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T4 SFV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 SFV was last recorded at 175,736 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Nov 2009: 146,212 miles, lower than 184,072 miles on 10 Mar 2009.

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
175,736 miles · 9 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,731 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,736 miles
  • 2025 – 174,495 miles
  • 2024 – 174,488 miles
  • 2023 – 174,001 miles
  • 2022 – 170,290 miles
  • 2021 – 168,874 miles
  • 2019 – 166,910 miles
  • 2018 – 165,954 miles
  • 2017 – 160,501 miles
  • 2016 – 156,754 miles
  • 2013 – 155,794 miles
  • 2012 – 154,090 miles
  • 2011 – 149,194 miles
  • 2009 – 146,213 miles
  • 2007 – 178,106 miles
  • 2006 – 140,506 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,736 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2x fronts greased

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various on both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass175,736 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    175,736 miles
    Test number
    854124172190
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  2. Fail175,736 miles (+1,241)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,736 miles
    Test number
    812165275791
    • MajorCentral Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  3. Pass174,495 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    174,495 miles
    Test number
    523777612277
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2x fronts greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle coated in underseal
  4. Fail174,495 miles (+7)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,495 miles
    Test number
    137691694851
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2x fronts greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  5. Pass174,488 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    174,488 miles
    Test number
    166226666573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail174,487 miles (+486)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,487 miles
    Test number
    479283498608
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced OUTER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER WHEEL ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER WHEEL ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced INNER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass174,001 miles (+4)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    174,001 miles
    Test number
    698681663784
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various on both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various on both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced member supporting tow bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBase of brake servo corroded
    • AdvisorySmall engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension bushes perished
  8. Fail173,997 miles (+3,707)4 major16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,997 miles
    Test number
    836066638749
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both fronr to rear from middle to rear load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired valve siezed (1.1.17 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various on both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various on both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced member supporting tow bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBase of brake servo corroded
    • AdvisorySmall engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension bushes perished
  9. Pass170,290 miles (+5)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    170,290 miles
    Test number
    586241199449
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear handbrake cables corroded
    • AdvisoryAll front suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryAll shock casings corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryFuel cap corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryInner and outer sill corroded and soft
  10. Fail170,285 miles (+1,411)1 dangerous6 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,285 miles
    Test number
    115528810926
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner sidewall cracked/torn and cords showing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear handbrake cables corroded
    • AdvisoryAll front suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryAll shock casings corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryFuel cap corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryInner and outer sill corroded and soft
  11. Pass168,874 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    168,874 miles
    Test number
    945557359077
    • AdvisoryFront both flexi to caliper brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracked and perished
    • AdvisoryAll brake flexi pipes slightly perished
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded
  12. Fail168,863 miles (+1,953)2 dangerous5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,863 miles
    Test number
    566338680256
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre slightly cracked on inner side wall
    • AdvisoryAll flexi brake hoses slightly perished
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes slightly corroded going to nearside front flexi hose and caliper
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes slightly corroded going to offside front flexi hose and caliper
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes and rear brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear discs corroded
  13. Pass166,910 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    166,910 miles
    Test number
    370440270467
    • AdvisoryRear discs slightly corroded
  14. Fail166,888 miles (+934)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,888 miles
    Test number
    663705878857
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust blown (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases mid section split (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess chaffed both rear (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAlloys buckled
  15. Pass165,954 miles (+5,453)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    165,954 miles
    Test number
    255387629337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass160,501 miles (+3,747)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    160,501 miles
    Test number
    278328087430
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Pass156,754 miles (+960)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    156,754 miles
    Test number
    456089828365
    • AdvisoryAs per the MOT manual the rear seats are not required to have seatbelts fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre cracked in sidewall but cords not exposed
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracked in sidewall but cords not exposed
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  18. Pass155,794 miles (+1,704)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    155,794 miles
    Test number
    136323263489
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  19. Pass154,090 miles (+4,896)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    154,090 miles
    Test number
    258443052492
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • 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)
  20. Pass149,194 miles (+2,981)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    149,194 miles
    Test number
    845306951067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass146,213 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    146,213 miles
    Test number
    320317009395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail146,212 miles (-37,860)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,212 miles
    Test number
    844146709348
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)
  23. Pass184,072 miles (+5,966)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    184,072 miles
    Test number
    294439569045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass178,106 miles (+7,841)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    178,106 miles
    Test number
    102815767353
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  25. Pass170,265 miles (+29,759)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    170,265 miles
    Test number
    712549727057
    • NoteFront brake pads are worn thin, there is slight †wear to o/s/f inner track rod.
  26. Pass140,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    140,506 miles
    Test number
    632881136006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T4 SFV

Does T4 SFV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 SFV is valid until 10 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T4 SFV?
The MOT on T4 SFV is valid until 10 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 SFV done?
T4 SFV was recorded at 175,736 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 1,731 miles a year.
Has T4 SFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 SFV has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T4 SFV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Nov 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T4 SFV find?
T4 SFV passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides.

Browse all T4S registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.