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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 2,461 cc

T4 XWEMOT history

T4 XWE is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 2 Aug 2002. Its MOT is valid until 12 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 194,838 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Nov 2026
Mileage
194,838 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,971 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 XWE
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
2 Aug 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 XWE was last recorded at 194,838 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 158 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,680 miles · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
158 miles
Average per year
5,971 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 194,838 miles
  • 2024 – 194,680 miles
  • 2023 – 192,746 miles
  • 2022 – 191,238 miles
  • 2021 – 189,281 miles
  • 2020 – 186,454 miles
  • 2019 – 185,572 miles
  • 2018 – 183,927 miles
  • 2017 – 182,673 miles
  • 2016 – 180,002 miles
  • 2015 – 177,567 miles
  • 2014 – 173,621 miles
  • 2013 – 169,178 miles
  • 2012 – 153,954 miles
  • 2010 – 141,886 miles
  • 2009 – 128,642 miles
  • 2008 – 113,280 miles
  • 2007 – 97,140 miles
  • 2006 – 80,502 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,838 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Inner tie rod boot split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

33 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,838 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    194,838 miles
    Test number
    254768977922
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Fail194,838 miles (+158)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,838 miles
    Test number
    704043142870
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  3. Pass194,680 miles (+1,934)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    194,680 miles
    Test number
    254466646986
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

  4. Pass192,746 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    192,746 miles
    Test number
    578349207904
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  5. Fail192,746 miles (+1,508)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,746 miles
    Test number
    169440871543
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  6. Pass191,238 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    191,238 miles
    Test number
    363248014939
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail191,238 miles (+1,957)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,238 miles
    Test number
    391031874347
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass189,281 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    189,281 miles
    Test number
    660845562057
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bar and link bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail189,281 miles (+2,827)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,281 miles
    Test number
    449561187827
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bar and link bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass186,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    186,454 miles
    Test number
    815139693306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail186,453 miles (+881)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,453 miles
    Test number
    589565981312
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cord is exposed by the large cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass185,572 miles (+55)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    185,572 miles
    Test number
    199276540940
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner tie rod boot split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Fail185,517 miles (+1,590)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,517 miles
    Test number
    860714975252
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner tie rod boot split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp full of water

  14. Pass183,927 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    183,927 miles
    Test number
    292531555120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail183,879 miles (+1,206)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,879 miles
    Test number
    240752399896
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve inoperative and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass182,673 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    182,673 miles
    Test number
    136052978461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail182,670 miles (+100)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,670 miles
    Test number
    330283243868
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail182,570 miles (+2,568)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,570 miles
    Test number
    447251178492
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has cut but not deep enough to reach ply cords

  19. Pass180,002 miles (+2,435)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    180,002 miles
    Test number
    816116337837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass177,567 miles (+3,946)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    177,567 miles
    Test number
    228507375421
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Pass173,621 miles (+219)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    173,621 miles
    Test number
    377884114146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail173,402 miles (+4,224)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,402 miles
    Test number
    318800104164
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  23. Pass169,178 miles (+427)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    169,178 miles
    Test number
    375237153125
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteOuter sill cracked

  24. Fail168,751 miles (+14,797)5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,751 miles
    Test number
    469443043100
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteOuter sill cracked

  25. Pass153,954 miles (+12,068)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    153,954 miles
    Test number
    525431522065
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteMIL Light on
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass141,886 miles (+13,244)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    141,886 miles
    Test number
    294497470268
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass128,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    128,642 miles
    Test number
    663555579236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail128,642 miles (+15,362)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,642 miles
    Test number
    790015679200
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  29. Pass113,280 miles (+16,140)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    113,280 miles
    Test number
    682163378284
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer wall has slight cut

  30. Pass97,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    97,140 miles
    Test number
    552874577242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail97,140 miles (+16,638)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,140 miles
    Test number
    404454477238
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureSteering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

  32. Pass80,502 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    80,502 miles
    Test number
    480745956248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail80,484 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,484 miles
    Test number
    293034056202
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • FailureTyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Questions about T4 XWE

Does T4 XWE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 XWE is valid until 12 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T4 XWE?
The MOT on T4 XWE is valid until 12 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 XWE done?
T4 XWE was recorded at 194,838 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 5,971 miles a year.
Has T4 XWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 XWE has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T4 XWE 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 XWE find?
T4 XWE passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; oil leak, but not excessive; rear service brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

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