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Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

T4 UARMOT history

T4 UAR is a yellow diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 24 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 228,494 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2026
Mileage
228,494 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,284 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 UAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
24 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 UAR was last recorded at 228,494 miles on 24 Oct 2025, 245 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
228,249 miles · 30 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
245 miles
Average per year
6,284 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 228,494 miles
  • 2024 – 228,249 miles
  • 2023 – 227,733 miles
  • 2022 – 224,846 miles
  • 2021 – 221,812 miles
  • 2020 – 218,931 miles
  • 2019 – 215,610 miles
  • 2018 – 212,197 miles
  • 2017 – 209,199 miles
  • 2016 – 207,456 miles
  • 2015 – 204,717 miles
  • 2014 – 201,774 miles
  • 2013 – 198,619 miles
  • 2012 – 193,610 miles
  • 2011 – 185,398 miles
  • 2010 – 171,959 miles
  • 2009 – 157,800 miles
  • 2008 – 150,828 miles
  • 2007 – 134,267 miles
  • 2006 – 108,506 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass228,494 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively all 4 (1.2.1 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 20 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass228,494 miles (+245)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    228,494 miles
    Test number
    978308587263
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively all 4 (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Pass228,249 miles (+516)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    228,249 miles
    Test number
    769756556475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass227,733 miles (+15)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    227,733 miles
    Test number
    906646056570
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under side (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail227,718 miles (+2,872)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,718 miles
    Test number
    608678093526
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both rear outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under side (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass224,846 miles (+3,034)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    224,846 miles
    Test number
    388461883340
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both metal brake pipes across trailing arms slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass221,812 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    221,812 miles
    Test number
    123823545418
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail221,812 miles (+2,881)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,812 miles
    Test number
    312606777335
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass218,931 miles (+3,321)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    218,931 miles
    Test number
    372781624583
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass215,610 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    215,610 miles
    Test number
    649417304712
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake slight fluctuation during application

  10. Fail215,595 miles (+3,398)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,595 miles
    Test number
    636320263650
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass212,197 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    212,197 miles
    Test number
    463723235070
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail212,175 miles (+2,976)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,175 miles
    Test number
    880431574536
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit tested at 0.70 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass209,199 miles (+1,743)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    209,199 miles
    Test number
    232627278722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal sinks when held under pressure but does not reach the floor(common in vehicles of this type)
    • AdvisorySlight variation on brake application and release--12% front 11% rear

  14. Pass207,456 miles (+2,739)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    207,456 miles
    Test number
    124033684294
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryCoolant hose expanded
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside inner rack joint

  15. Pass204,717 miles (+2,943)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    204,717 miles
    Test number
    963240701758
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside sill corroded

  16. Pass201,774 miles (+45)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    201,774 miles
    Test number
    468117184242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Fail201,729 miles (+3,110)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,729 miles
    Test number
    479071684217
    • FailureNearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  18. Pass198,619 miles (+5,009)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    198,619 miles
    Test number
    455161493293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass193,610 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    193,610 miles
    Test number
    347773792247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail193,597 miles (+8,199)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,597 miles
    Test number
    419345682242
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRear exhaust starting to leak

  21. Pass185,398 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    185,398 miles
    Test number
    849921471256
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  22. Fail185,398 miles (+13,439)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,398 miles
    Test number
    955630071226
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  23. Pass171,959 miles (+101)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    171,959 miles
    Test number
    671747570244
    • NoteOffside tyre worn on inner edge

  24. Fail171,858 miles (+14,058)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,858 miles
    Test number
    260225970263
    • FailureNearside Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteOffside tyre worn on inner edge

  25. Pass157,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    157,800 miles
    Test number
    264269989265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail157,800 miles (+6,972)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,800 miles
    Test number
    590269389214
    • FailureRear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

  27. Pass150,828 miles (+16,561)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    150,828 miles
    Test number
    382303538469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass134,267 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    134,267 miles
    Test number
    154182867291
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteEngine covers fitted
    • NoteFront no plate cracked

  29. Fail134,267 miles (+25,761)2 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,267 miles
    Test number
    534462567226
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteEngine covers fitted
    • NoteFront no plate cracked

  30. Pass108,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    108,506 miles
    Test number
    410933466244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T4 UAR

Does T4 UAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 UAR is valid until 29 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T4 UAR?
The MOT on T4 UAR is valid until 29 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 UAR done?
T4 UAR was recorded at 228,494 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2025, an average of 6,284 miles a year.
Has T4 UAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 UAR has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T4 UAR 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 UAR find?
T4 UAR passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2025 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 1 more.

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