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Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T4 VWBMOT history

T4 VWB is a yellow diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Aug 2022 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 182,150 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Aug 2022
Mileage
182,150 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,710 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 VWB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T4 VWB was last recorded at 182,150 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 5,608 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,542 miles · 10 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
5,608 miles
Average per year
3,710 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 182,150 miles
  • 2021 – 176,542 miles
  • 2020 – 174,642 miles
  • 2019 – 172,992 miles
  • 2018 – 170,671 miles
  • 2017 – 168,733 miles
  • 2016 – 166,963 miles
  • 2015 – 164,689 miles
  • 2014 – 162,839 miles
  • 2013 – 160,616 miles
  • 2012 – 157,146 miles
  • 2011 – 152,711 miles
  • 2010 – 147,284 miles
  • 2009 – 141,983 miles
  • 2008 – 133,790 miles
  • 2007 – 116,698 miles
  • 2006 – 109,234 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail182,150 miles
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced corroded/holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced corroded/holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced corroded/holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced corroded/holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

What MOT failures 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 Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

20 tests since 14 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail182,150 miles (+5,608)13 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,150 miles
    Test number
    662297757597
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced corroded/holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced corroded/holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced corroded/holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced corroded/holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  2. Pass176,542 miles (+1,900)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    176,542 miles
    Test number
    840360705500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass174,642 miles (+1,650)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    174,642 miles
    Test number
    845595631022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass172,992 miles (+2,321)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    172,992 miles
    Test number
    206481263730
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass170,671 miles (+1,938)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    170,671 miles
    Test number
    582408483365
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear panel corroded

  6. Pass168,733 miles (+1,770)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    168,733 miles
    Test number
    994173691944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass166,963 miles (+2,274)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    166,963 miles
    Test number
    100476374989
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  8. Pass164,689 miles (+1,850)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    164,689 miles
    Test number
    445531239514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass162,839 miles (+2,223)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    162,839 miles
    Test number
    357307424494
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Pass160,616 miles (+3,470)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    160,616 miles
    Test number
    865768323237
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass157,146 miles (+4,435)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    157,146 miles
    Test number
    586140522285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass152,711 miles (+5,427)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    152,711 miles
    Test number
    347155221451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass147,284 miles (+2)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    147,284 miles
    Test number
    103290130285
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  14. Fail147,282 miles (+5,299)2 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,282 miles
    Test number
    523985020280
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc rusty
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  15. Pass141,983 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    141,983 miles
    Test number
    454589919204
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack (o/s)

  16. Fail141,983 miles (+8,193)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,983 miles
    Test number
    712938119249
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack (o/s)

  17. Pass133,790 miles (+17,092)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    133,790 miles
    Test number
    603840018253
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass116,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    116,698 miles
    Test number
    593970467196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail116,698 miles (+7,464)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,698 miles
    Test number
    151577657181
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  20. Pass109,234 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    109,234 miles
    Test number
    954975196124
    • NoteBRAKE WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED ON DASHBOARD,NO VISUAL EVIDANCE OF LEAKAGE, POSSIBLE RESEVOIR SENSOR FAULT

Questions about T4 VWB

Does T4 VWB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T4 VWB expired on 17 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T4 VWB?
The MOT on T4 VWB expired on 17 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T4 VWB done?
T4 VWB was recorded at 182,150 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 3,710 miles a year.
Has T4 VWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 VWB has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T4 VWB 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 VWB find?
T4 VWB failed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 13 major defects and 8 advisories: horn not working; nearside brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear; nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 18 more.

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