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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

T4 VDBMOT history

T4 VDB is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 23 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 215,220 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Oct 2026
Mileage
215,220 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2025
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,410 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 VDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 VDB was last recorded at 215,220 miles on 24 Sept 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
215,220 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,410 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 215,220 miles
  • 2024 – 214,095 miles
  • 2023 – 213,524 miles
  • 2022 – 212,918 miles
  • 2021 – 212,453 miles
  • 2020 – 210,667 miles
  • 2019 – 206,992 miles
  • 2018 – 204,611 miles
  • 2017 – 200,779 miles
  • 2016 – 198,235 miles
  • 2015 – 198,234 miles
  • 2011 – 170,602 miles
  • 2010 – 167,891 miles
  • 2009 – 159,717 miles
  • 2008 – 152,669 miles
  • 2007 – 140,479 miles
  • 2006 – 129,051 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass215,220 miles
  • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryN/s and o/s inner sills corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Corrosion nearside outer sill not within prescribed area

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2019

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass215,220 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    215,220 miles
    Test number
    310717591055
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s inner sills corroded
  2. Fail215,220 miles (+1,125)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,220 miles
    Test number
    113985351970
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s inner sills corroded
  3. Pass214,095 miles (+571)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    214,095 miles
    Test number
    635829366530
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  4. Pass213,524 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    213,524 miles
    Test number
    634125956263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s inner sills corroded not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear inner quarter panels/bumper fixings corroded
    • AdvisoryRear crash bar corroded (bolt on panel)
    • AdvisoryTow bar very corroded
  5. Fail213,524 miles (+606)1 dangerous3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,524 miles
    Test number
    819615706557
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s inner sills corroded not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear inner quarter panels/bumper fixings corroded
    • AdvisoryRear crash bar corroded (bolt on panel)
    • AdvisoryTow bar very corroded
  6. Pass212,918 miles (+465)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    212,918 miles
    Test number
    660331178221
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Central outer sill corroded but not yet excessive or within a prescribed area. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear chassis corner corroded non-prescribed area. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock absorber top mounting area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear chassis corner corroded non-prescribed area. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock absorber top mounting area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Slight play from inner tie-rod joints/steering rack. (2.3 (a) (i))
  7. Pass212,453 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    212,453 miles
    Test number
    705265060582
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Suspected play from tie rod ends. (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Fail212,453 miles (+1,786)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,453 miles
    Test number
    768201242222
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Suspected play from tie rod ends. (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass210,667 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    210,667 miles
    Test number
    486902329252
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Fail210,666 miles (+3,674)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,666 miles
    Test number
    819676463738
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Excessively corroded in wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Excessively corroded outer sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner seal heavily corroded (30cm from fuel tank, jacking point etc). (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Excessively corroded outer sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass206,992 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    206,992 miles
    Test number
    880813294894
    • AdvisoryCorrosion nearside outer sill not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryCorrosion offside and nearside top shock mounts not bad enough to fail
    • AdvisoryEngine blue smoking from exhaust
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel buckled
    • AdvisoryOffside front wheel cracked on inner rim
  12. Fail206,992 miles (+2,381)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,992 miles
    Test number
    836571798433
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed very badly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorElectrical wiring insulation so damaged or deteriorated it is likely to cause a short-circuit isolator and battery wiring (4.11 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion nearside outer sill not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryCorrosion offside and nearside top shock mounts not bad enough to fail
    • AdvisoryEngine blue smoking from exhaust
  13. Pass204,611 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    204,611 miles
    Test number
    810844791882
    • Advisory15" steel wheels fitted to front axle, 18" alloy wheels on rear axle
    • AdvisoryO/s/f shock absorber lower bush deteriorated
  14. Fail204,611 miles (+3,832)11 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,611 miles
    Test number
    564465042682
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking leak off pipe under bonnet (7.2.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage door mirror (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f shock absorber lower bush deteriorated
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre has slight damage to outer sidewall
  15. Pass200,779 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    200,779 miles
    Test number
    774577665093
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre low on edges
  16. Fail200,775 miles (+2,540)9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,775 miles
    Test number
    695520119079
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNoise from auxillary belt area
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre low on edges
  17. Pass198,235 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    198,235 miles
    Test number
    375878590710
    • AdvisoryCorrosion nearside outer sill not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear tyres low on edges
  18. Fail198,234 miles (+27,632)11 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,234 miles
    Test number
    794469719136
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion nearside outer sill not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear tyres low on edges
  19. Pass170,602 miles (+8)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    170,602 miles
    Test number
    989521131199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
  20. Fail170,594 miles (+2,703)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,594 miles
    Test number
    577529021152
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
  21. Pass167,891 miles (+174)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    167,891 miles
    Test number
    160357170064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking
    • NotePlay nearside & offside of steering rack
  22. Fail167,717 miles (+8,000)2 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,717 miles
    Test number
    861270370044
    • FailureBrake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking
    • NotePlay nearside & offside of steering rack
  23. Pass159,717 miles (+7,048)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    159,717 miles
    Test number
    522745489071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteHandbrake cable worn
  24. Pass152,669 miles (+77)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    152,669 miles
    Test number
    411116698034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail152,592 miles (+12,113)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,592 miles
    Test number
    211374298090
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
  26. Pass140,479 miles (+11,428)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    140,479 miles
    Test number
    862313097078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass129,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    129,051 miles
    Test number
    824130676001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T4 VDB

Does T4 VDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 VDB is valid until 23 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T4 VDB?
The MOT on T4 VDB is valid until 23 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 VDB done?
T4 VDB was recorded at 215,220 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2025, an average of 4,410 miles a year.
Has T4 VDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 VDB has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T4 VDB 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 VDB find?
T4 VDB passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 4 more.

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