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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T4 VPNMOT history

T4 VPN is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 223,716 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
223,716 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,927 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 VPN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 VPN was last recorded at 223,716 miles on 15 Aug 2026, 773 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
222,943 miles · 15 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
773 miles
Average per year
3,927 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 223,716 miles
  • 2025 – 222,943 miles
  • 2024 – 217,786 miles
  • 2023 – 210,899 miles
  • 2022 – 204,083 miles
  • 2021 – 202,148 miles
  • 2019 – 201,538 miles
  • 2018 – 198,814 miles
  • 2017 – 195,626 miles
  • 2016 – 189,705 miles
  • 2015 – 184,708 miles
  • 2014 – 179,123 miles
  • 2013 – 172,683 miles
  • 2011 – 168,188 miles
  • 2010 – 160,765 miles
  • 2008 – 153,428 miles
  • 2007 – 150,530 miles
  • 2006 – 146,479 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass223,716 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • General underside corrosion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear reflector not red in colour rear lights tinted

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear reflector not red in colour rear lights tinted

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass223,716 miles (+773)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    223,716 miles
    Test number
    524032665092
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass222,943 miles (+5,157)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    222,943 miles
    Test number
    137814340113
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  3. Pass217,786 miles (+210)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    217,786 miles
    Test number
    559232346308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail217,576 miles (+6,677)1 dangerous4 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,576 miles
    Test number
    804480456306
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced under battery tray (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg to inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass210,899 miles (+5)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    210,899 miles
    Test number
    625569528516
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector not red in colour rear lights tinted (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector not red in colour rear lights tinted (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail210,894 miles (+6,811)1 dangerous9 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,894 miles
    Test number
    390184867383
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmission control equipment missing where fitted as standard EGR system (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector not red in colour rear lights tinted (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector not red in colour rear lights tinted (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass204,083 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    204,083 miles
    Test number
    157634298502
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn to legal limit 1.6mm at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn to legal limit 1.6mm at time of test
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  8. Fail204,083 miles (+1,935)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,083 miles
    Test number
    590947082088
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn to legal limit 1.6mm at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn to legal limit 1.6mm at time of test
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  9. Pass202,148 miles (+610)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    202,148 miles
    Test number
    900510151888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass201,538 miles (+2,724)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    201,538 miles
    Test number
    267009367781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass198,814 miles (+3,188)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    198,814 miles
    Test number
    253900405426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass195,626 miles (+5,921)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    195,626 miles
    Test number
    701968051588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass189,705 miles (+4,997)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    189,705 miles
    Test number
    939260460032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass184,708 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    184,708 miles
    Test number
    973755219789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail184,707 miles (+5,584)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,707 miles
    Test number
    963345632067
    • DangerousOffside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded brakes not tested (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass179,123 miles (+6,440)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    179,123 miles
    Test number
    906141724202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass172,683 miles (+4,495)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    172,683 miles
    Test number
    839560953066
    • NoteAll tyres wearing inner edges

  18. Pass168,188 miles (+7,423)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    168,188 miles
    Test number
    175597721202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Pass160,765 miles (+7,337)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    160,765 miles
    Test number
    141237330453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass153,428 miles (+2,898)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    153,428 miles
    Test number
    451044258324
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slight scuffing on outer edges

  21. Pass150,530 miles (+4,051)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    150,530 miles
    Test number
    812273967353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass146,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    146,479 miles
    Test number
    552757046328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail146,473 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,473 miles
    Test number
    134167546306
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T4 VPN

Does T4 VPN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 VPN is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T4 VPN?
The MOT on T4 VPN is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 VPN done?
T4 VPN was recorded at 223,716 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2026, an average of 3,927 miles a year.
Has T4 VPN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 VPN has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T4 VPN 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 VPN find?
T4 VPN passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill, and 2 more.

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