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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

T4 VJUMOT history

T4 VJU is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 23 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 239,800 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Sept 2026
Mileage
239,800 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,963 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 VJU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 VJU was last recorded at 239,800 miles on 5 Sept 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 Jul 2018: 207,455 miles, lower than 207,461 miles on 27 Jul 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
239,799 miles · 4 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
8,963 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 239,800 miles
  • 2024 – 236,761 miles
  • 2023 – 235,652 miles
  • 2022 – 234,143 miles
  • 2021 – 231,300 miles
  • 2020 – 224,868 miles
  • 2019 – 219,157 miles
  • 2018 – 207,455 miles
  • 2017 – 196,470 miles
  • 2016 – 194,948 miles
  • 2015 – 186,931 miles
  • 2014 – 174,989 miles
  • 2013 – 166,405 miles
  • 2012 – 155,360 miles
  • 2011 – 145,987 miles
  • 2010 – 134,532 miles
  • 2009 – 120,912 miles
  • 2008 – 97,879 miles
  • 2007 – 71,183 miles
  • 2006 – 66,068 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass239,800 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNo reverse lightRecorded 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass239,800 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    239,800 miles
    Test number
    498422213867
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNo reverse light

  2. Fail239,799 miles (+3,038)1 dangerous2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,799 miles
    Test number
    551995553760
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting hole in sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner outer edges replace asap 225.45,18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNo reverse light

  3. Pass236,761 miles (+1,109)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    236,761 miles
    Test number
    609367331206
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  4. Pass235,652 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    235,652 miles
    Test number
    963835420604
    • AdvisoryBumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached both rear (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on outer edges signs of under inflation 225 45 18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside and components

  5. Fail235,652 miles (+1,509)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,652 miles
    Test number
    369361963394
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryBumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached both rear (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on outer edges signs of under inflation 225 45 18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside and components

  6. Pass234,143 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    234,143 miles
    Test number
    340570453960
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  7. Fail234,143 miles (+2,843)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,143 miles
    Test number
    239149376044
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective cat hanger snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  8. Pass231,300 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    231,300 miles
    Test number
    934613149174
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail231,300 miles (+6,432)2 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,300 miles
    Test number
    515128625182
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousSteering rack likely to become detached Insecure!! (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Damaged split and twisted. (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth inner edge close to cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth inner edge close to cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass224,868 miles (+5,711)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    224,868 miles
    Test number
    582882614242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass219,157 miles (+11,702)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    219,157 miles
    Test number
    585292357965
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass207,455 miles (-6)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    207,455 miles
    Test number
    353371383800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail207,461 miles (+10,991)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,461 miles
    Test number
    580240709654
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass196,470 miles (+1,522)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    196,470 miles
    Test number
    692620837005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass194,948 miles (+8,017)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    194,948 miles
    Test number
    838083871714
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass186,931 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    186,931 miles
    Test number
    915471065127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail186,931 miles (+11,942)12 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,931 miles
    Test number
    277534155146
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

  18. Pass174,989 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    174,989 miles
    Test number
    269734134430
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Fail174,989 miles (+8,584)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,989 miles
    Test number
    427414134161
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass166,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    166,405 miles
    Test number
    249282463130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail166,405 miles (+11,045)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,405 miles
    Test number
    588212063159
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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 position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

  22. Pass155,360 miles (+9,373)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    155,360 miles
    Test number
    106117132134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass145,987 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    145,987 miles
    Test number
    586336221109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail145,985 miles (+11,453)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,985 miles
    Test number
    957214021155
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass134,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    134,532 miles
    Test number
    323318010144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail134,532 miles (+13,620)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,532 miles
    Test number
    253603310441
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)

  27. Pass120,912 miles (+23,033)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    120,912 miles
    Test number
    942563919105
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass97,879 miles (+26,696)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    97,879 miles
    Test number
    180272228116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteN/s/r tyre uneven wear

  29. Pass71,183 miles (+5,115)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    71,183 miles
    Test number
    892824517132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass66,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    66,068 miles
    Test number
    883350816127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail66,068 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,068 miles
    Test number
    353788106171
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Questions about T4 VJU

Does T4 VJU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T4 VJU expired on 8 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T4 VJU?
The MOT on T4 VJU expired on 8 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T4 VJU done?
T4 VJU was recorded at 239,800 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2025, an average of 8,963 miles a year.
Has T4 VJU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 VJU has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T4 VJU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Jul 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T4 VJU find?
T4 VJU passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease; front brake disc worn, but not excessively both front lipped; front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front, and 3 more.

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