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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 2,461 cc

T4 VDHMOT history

T4 VDH is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 15 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 147,165 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
147,165 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,829 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 VDH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
15 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 VDH was last recorded at 147,165 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 373 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Apr 2008: 8,917 miles, lower than 73,895 miles on 26 Feb 2007.
  • 30 Mar 2019: 138,376 miles, lower than 140,507 miles on 4 Apr 2018.

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
146,792 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
373 miles
Average per year
3,829 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,165 miles
  • 2025 – 146,792 miles
  • 2024 – 146,264 miles
  • 2023 – 145,700 miles
  • 2022 – 145,213 miles
  • 2021 – 144,539 miles
  • 2019 – 138,376 miles
  • 2018 – 140,507 miles
  • 2016 – 136,021 miles
  • 2015 – 135,599 miles
  • 2014 – 132,430 miles
  • 2013 – 127,667 miles
  • 2011 – 106,817 miles
  • 2010 – 102,327 miles
  • 2009 – 101,874 miles
  • 2008 – 8,917 miles
  • 2007 – 73,895 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,165 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess Front Handbrake cable Frayed (1.1.15 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both NS+OS (5.2.3 (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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened Front anti roll bar hitting subframe.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake pad warning light on.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction Sun visor.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Steering system lightly rubbing Both track arms rubbing on body.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 26 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,165 miles (+373)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    147,165 miles
    Test number
    476782274317
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess Front Handbrake cable Frayed (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both NS+OS (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass146,792 miles (+528)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    146,792 miles
    Test number
    297939075504
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess Front park brake cable slightly frayed. (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass146,264 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    146,264 miles
    Test number
    540434789334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail146,254 miles (+554)2 dangerous9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,254 miles
    Test number
    916231861076
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end modified such that the steering is adversely affected Hitting body on full lock. (2.1.3 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end modified such that the steering is adversely affected Hitting body on full lock. (2.1.3 (f) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Hole in inner sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass145,700 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    145,700 miles
    Test number
    488227310377
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Fail145,693 miles (+480)9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,693 miles
    Test number
    556805681671
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Due To Condition Of Vehicle (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Sub-frame insecurely attached Nut Loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering locking device ineffective Track Rod End Lock Nut Loose (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame insecurely attached Nut Missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  7. Pass145,213 miles (+674)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    145,213 miles
    Test number
    471209567573
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/S/F subframe fixing nut missing.

  8. Pass144,539 miles (+5)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    144,539 miles
    Test number
    530548981373
    • DangerousExhaust exiting o/s of vehicle and going up the outside.
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction Sun visor. (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened Front anti roll bar hitting subframe. (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on.
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering system lightly rubbing Both track arms rubbing on body. (2.1.4 (a))

  9. Fail144,534 miles (+6,158)3 dangerous10 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,534 miles
    Test number
    765062446549
    • DangerousExhaust exiting o/s of vehicle and going up the outside.
    • DangerousFront Passenger's seat insecure Front securing bolts not fully in securing nuts. (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust gas recirculation valve obviously modified Blanked off. (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction Sun visor. (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened Front anti roll bar hitting subframe. (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on.
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering system lightly rubbing Both track arms rubbing on body. (2.1.4 (a))

  10. Pass138,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    138,376 miles
    Test number
    156439211718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail138,376 miles (-2,131)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,376 miles
    Test number
    177400793718
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass140,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    140,507 miles
    Test number
    598830060751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail140,507 miles (+4,486)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,507 miles
    Test number
    532990462448
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass136,021 miles (+422)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    136,021 miles
    Test number
    156112043876
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion in nearside sill

  15. Pass135,599 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    135,599 miles
    Test number
    331489695835
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside track rod end boot split
    • AdvisoryOffside track rod end boot split
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on n/s/f sill/o/s/r sill

  16. Fail135,599 miles (+3,169)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,599 miles
    Test number
    669349401295
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside track rod end boot split
    • AdvisoryOffside track rod end boot split
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on n/s/f sill/o/s/r sill

  17. Pass132,430 miles (+4,763)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    132,430 miles
    Test number
    866033044325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass127,667 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    127,667 miles
    Test number
    995419933398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail127,667 miles (+12,858)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,667 miles
    Test number
    815028533377
    • FailureBody insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass114,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    114,809 miles
    Test number
    887835503047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail114,809 miles (+7,992)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,809 miles
    Test number
    646314603074
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass106,817 miles (+4,490)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    106,817 miles
    Test number
    535842021310
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass102,327 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    102,327 miles
    Test number
    190751420333
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight wear front discs

  24. Fail102,327 miles (+453)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,327 miles
    Test number
    161690820308
    • FailurePower steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)
    • FailureRear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll discs

  25. Pass101,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    101,874 miles
    Test number
    932842799041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail101,874 miles (+92,957)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,874 miles
    Test number
    782951099042
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass8,917 miles (-64,978)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    8,917 miles
    Test number
    901795998003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass73,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    73,895 miles
    Test number
    880817957085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail73,890 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,890 miles
    Test number
    651587257039
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T4 VDH

Does T4 VDH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 VDH is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T4 VDH?
The MOT on T4 VDH is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 VDH done?
T4 VDH was recorded at 147,165 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 3,829 miles a year.
Has T4 VDH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 VDH has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T4 VDH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 4 Apr 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T4 VDH find?
T4 VDH passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: brake cable damaged but not to excess front handbrake cable frayed; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both ns+os.

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