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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

T4 ULVMOT history

T4 ULV is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 10 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 18 Jun 2026 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 223,283 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jun 2026
Mileage
223,283 mi
At MOT on 9 Jun 2026
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
6,806 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 ULV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Jun 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T4 ULV was last recorded at 223,283 miles on 9 Jun 2026, 568 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
222,715 miles · 19 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
568 miles
Average per year
6,806 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 223,283 miles
  • 2025 – 222,715 miles
  • 2024 – 220,368 miles
  • 2023 – 214,099 miles
  • 2022 – 212,936 miles
  • 2021 – 210,304 miles
  • 2020 – 207,672 miles
  • 2019 – 198,543 miles
  • 2018 – 194,061 miles
  • 2017 – 184,969 miles
  • 2016 – 175,855 miles
  • 2015 – 163,575 miles
  • 2014 – 148,089 miles
  • 2013 – 140,906 miles
  • 2011 – 132,978 miles
  • 2010 – 122,541 miles
  • 2009 – 112,511 miles
  • 2008 – 104,035 miles
  • 2007 – 99,163 miles
  • 2006 – 93,132 miles
  • 2005 – 83,377 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail223,283 miles
  • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  • AdvisoryGeneral under body and suspension components corroding

What MOT failures 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.

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and scrubbed inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

35 tests since 18 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail223,283 miles (+568)11 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,283 miles
    Test number
    567215079132
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body and suspension components corroding

  2. Pass222,715 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    222,715 miles
    Test number
    338845421000
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail222,715 miles (+2,347)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,715 miles
    Test number
    702796083208
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED BULBS FITTED (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength IN FRONT OF SUSPENSION ARM MOUNTING (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting REAR CROSSMEMBER (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass220,368 miles (+6,269)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    220,368 miles
    Test number
    884304698026
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass214,099 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    214,099 miles
    Test number
    536039508979
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  6. Fail214,099 miles (+1,163)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,099 miles
    Test number
    927454830468
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  7. Pass212,936 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    212,936 miles
    Test number
    408742074257
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and scrubbed inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail212,936 miles (+2,632)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,936 miles
    Test number
    971812413826
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and scrubbed inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass210,304 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    210,304 miles
    Test number
    701676295397
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail210,304 miles (+2,632)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,304 miles
    Test number
    452500337496
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill/wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill/wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass207,672 miles (+16)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    207,672 miles
    Test number
    358014571659
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear compensator (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge, worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear compensator (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Fail207,656 miles (+9,113)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,656 miles
    Test number
    536725777629
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear compensator (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge, worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear compensator (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Pass198,543 miles (+73)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    198,543 miles
    Test number
    841101048454
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive offside front of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail198,470 miles (+4,409)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,470 miles
    Test number
    505093085621
    • MajorFront Brake cable damaged handbrake cable (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive offside front of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass194,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    194,061 miles
    Test number
    139698571799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail194,061 miles (+9,092)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,061 miles
    Test number
    716731640966
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  17. Pass184,969 miles (+46)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    184,969 miles
    Test number
    284206101745
    • Advisory2x rear brake back shields badly corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake back shield missing

  18. Fail184,923 miles (+9,068)3 dangerous1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,923 miles
    Test number
    787354526522
    • DangerousBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear pipe, nearside rear section (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded short pipe at brake caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Advisory2x rear brake back shields badly corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cable return spring snapped, function not impaired
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake back shield missing

  19. Pass175,855 miles (+12,280)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    175,855 miles
    Test number
    870572430857
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOuter edge worn, nearside front tyre

  20. Pass163,575 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    163,575 miles
    Test number
    145659855006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail163,561 miles (+15,472)2 dangerous6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,561 miles
    Test number
    179096955074
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

  22. Pass148,089 miles (+7,183)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    148,089 miles
    Test number
    118092554069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass140,906 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    140,906 miles
    Test number
    245336633001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail140,904 miles (+7,926)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,904 miles
    Test number
    318985333007
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  25. Pass132,978 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    132,978 miles
    Test number
    376993141373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail132,965 miles (+10,424)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,965 miles
    Test number
    226342041392
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  27. Pass122,541 miles (+426)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    122,541 miles
    Test number
    472864230439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail122,115 miles (+9,604)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,115 miles
    Test number
    682900230347
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  29. Pass112,511 miles (+8,476)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    112,511 miles
    Test number
    424776439372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail104,035 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,035 miles
    Test number
    592024538323
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  31. Pass104,035 miles (+4,872)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    104,035 miles
    Test number
    820004138327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass99,163 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    99,163 miles
    Test number
    783432237306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail99,158 miles (+6,026)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,158 miles
    Test number
    220051337317
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  34. Pass93,132 miles (+9,755)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    93,132 miles
    Test number
    614289616337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass83,377 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    83,377 miles
    Test number
    243142025360
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteSmall hole in offside headlamp

Questions about T4 ULV

Does T4 ULV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T4 ULV expired on 18 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T4 ULV?
The MOT on T4 ULV expired on 18 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T4 ULV done?
T4 ULV was recorded at 223,283 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2026, an average of 6,806 miles a year.
Has T4 ULV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 ULV has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T4 ULV 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 ULV find?
T4 ULV failed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2026 with 11 major defects and 5 advisories: bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position; horn not working; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch, and 13 more.

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