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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T4 VLFMOT history

T4 VLF is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 214,817 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
214,817 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
7,793 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 VLF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 VLF was last recorded at 214,817 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 59 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,758 miles · 18 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
59 miles
Average per year
7,793 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 214,817 miles
  • 2024 – 203,677 miles
  • 2023 – 192,695 miles
  • 2022 – 182,756 miles
  • 2021 – 171,226 miles
  • 2020 – 160,322 miles
  • 2019 – 155,301 miles
  • 2018 – 141,827 miles
  • 2017 – 133,625 miles
  • 2016 – 130,417 miles
  • 2015 – 126,299 miles
  • 2014 – 107,492 miles
  • 2012 – 105,404 miles
  • 2010 – 104,434 miles
  • 2009 – 80,818 miles
  • 2008 – 76,437 miles
  • 2007 – 70,069 miles
  • 2006 – 63,647 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,817 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel archRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel archRecorded 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015

  • Engine has slight oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

32 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,817 miles (+59)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    214,817 miles
    Test number
    791978393059
    • AdvisoryNearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
  2. Fail214,758 miles (+11,081)2 dangerous1 major2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,758 miles
    Test number
    917243779597
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
  3. Pass203,677 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    203,677 miles
    Test number
    990340862058
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake disc slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on edges
  4. Fail203,677 miles (+10,982)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,677 miles
    Test number
    985697797775
    • MajorSteering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen both (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake disc slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on edges
  5. Pass192,695 miles (+9,939)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    192,695 miles
    Test number
    433893515809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass182,756 miles (+220)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    182,756 miles
    Test number
    164638537650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail182,536 miles (+11,310)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,536 miles
    Test number
    895618328220
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment LOCKING NUT (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded CENTRE (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  8. Pass171,226 miles (+345)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    171,226 miles
    Test number
    903656873566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail170,881 miles (+10,559)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,881 miles
    Test number
    517387954155
    • MajorNearside Front 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))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  10. Pass160,322 miles (+5,021)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    160,322 miles
    Test number
    262217370198
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass155,301 miles (+589)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    155,301 miles
    Test number
    518532772862
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside reverse light inopp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heavely corroded
    • AdvisoryHeat shield inscure
  12. Fail154,712 miles (+12,885)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,712 miles
    Test number
    518076195077
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside reverse light inopp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heavely corroded
    • AdvisoryHeat shield inscure
  13. Pass141,827 miles (+31)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    141,827 miles
    Test number
    400914571478
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inside rear wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  14. Fail141,796 miles (+8,171)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,796 miles
    Test number
    801632070678
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.80 plate limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inside rear wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  15. Pass133,625 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    133,625 miles
    Test number
    461933545642
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both by load valves (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
  16. Fail133,625 miles (+133)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,625 miles
    Test number
    262526167832
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both by load valves (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
  17. Fail133,492 miles (+3,075)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,492 miles
    Test number
    567511367520
    • FailureBrake servo leaking leaking pressure inside vehicle (3.6.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both next to load valve (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing uneven
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
  18. Pass130,417 miles (+4,118)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    130,417 miles
    Test number
    951370700017
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre unevenly worn
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner flitch panel damaged
  19. Pass126,299 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    126,299 miles
    Test number
    174708347935
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tie rod bent slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine has slight oil leak
  20. Fail126,297 miles (+23)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,297 miles
    Test number
    882214578409
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront 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 Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tie rod bent slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine has slight oil leak
  21. Fail126,274 miles (+18,782)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,274 miles
    Test number
    376121523738
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine has slight oil leak
  22. Pass107,492 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    107,492 miles
    Test number
    517388314132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  23. Fail107,492 miles (+2,088)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,492 miles
    Test number
    736508314128
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  24. Pass105,404 miles (+970)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    105,404 miles
    Test number
    918090542385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass104,434 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    104,434 miles
    Test number
    151335970222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail104,434 miles (+23,616)5 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,434 miles
    Test number
    531703370261
    • DangerousBrake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • DangerousNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • DangerousOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  27. Pass80,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    80,818 miles
    Test number
    362815709207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail80,818 miles (+4,381)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,818 miles
    Test number
    574745209216
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
  29. Pass76,437 miles (+6,368)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    76,437 miles
    Test number
    132803788189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass70,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    70,069 miles
    Test number
    271919177420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail70,069 miles (+6,422)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,069 miles
    Test number
    221747977440
    • FailureRear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
  32. Pass63,647 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    63,647 miles
    Test number
    693220386126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T4 VLF

Does T4 VLF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 VLF is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T4 VLF?
The MOT on T4 VLF is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 VLF done?
T4 VLF was recorded at 214,817 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 7,793 miles a year.
Has T4 VLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 VLF has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T4 VLF 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 VLF find?
T4 VLF passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; nearside front wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch; offside front wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch.

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