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Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

T4 XXBMOT history

T4 XXB is a yellow diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 18 Apr 2024 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 250,566 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Apr 2024
Mileage
250,566 mi
At MOT on 19 Apr 2023
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,819 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 XXB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 XXB was last recorded at 250,566 miles on 19 Apr 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Jan 2012: 170,050 miles, lower than 170,500 miles on 10 Jan 2012.

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
250,566 miles · 27 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,819 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 250,566 miles
  • 2022 – 246,982 miles
  • 2021 – 238,547 miles
  • 2020 – 230,635 miles
  • 2018 – 220,635 miles
  • 2017 – 212,391 miles
  • 2016 – 194,909 miles
  • 2015 – 190,356 miles
  • 2014 – 183,627 miles
  • 2013 – 177,853 miles
  • 2012 – 170,050 miles
  • 2011 – 161,855 miles
  • 2010 – 153,494 miles
  • 2009 – 144,383 miles
  • 2008 – 133,109 miles
  • 2007 – 123,299 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass250,566 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Brake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 8 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass250,566 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    250,566 miles
    Test number
    845167326183
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail250,566 miles (+3,584)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,566 miles
    Test number
    488404046648
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheelarch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheelarch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass246,982 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    246,982 miles
    Test number
    879741465281
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  4. Fail246,982 miles (+8,435)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,982 miles
    Test number
    526127345766
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  5. Pass238,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    238,547 miles
    Test number
    367247914184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail238,547 miles (+7,912)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,547 miles
    Test number
    237650231856
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass230,635 miles (+10,000)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    230,635 miles
    Test number
    908448792593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake slightly lower performance

  8. Pass220,635 miles (+8,244)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    220,635 miles
    Test number
    945101537579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass212,391 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    212,391 miles
    Test number
    567711579581
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Fail212,391 miles (+8,867)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,391 miles
    Test number
    590313452273
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass203,524 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    203,524 miles
    Test number
    741330458405
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryScrews in rear inner arches
    • AdvisorySlight under body corrosion

  12. Fail203,524 miles (+8,615)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,524 miles
    Test number
    219304875829
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryScrews in rear inner arches
    • AdvisorySlight under body corrosion

  13. Pass194,909 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    194,909 miles
    Test number
    355278507741
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in inner rack arms

  14. Fail194,903 miles (+4,547)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,903 miles
    Test number
    620888502874
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in inner rack arms

  15. Pass190,356 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    190,356 miles
    Test number
    556318105055
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail190,344 miles (+6,717)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,344 miles
    Test number
    406738705017
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass183,627 miles (+7)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    183,627 miles
    Test number
    195100014414
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Fail183,620 miles (+5,767)7 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,620 miles
    Test number
    176419604000
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass177,853 miles (+7,803)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    177,853 miles
    Test number
    989029303005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass170,050 miles (-450)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    170,050 miles
    Test number
    478651812064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s/f tyre cracking
    • NotePlay in steering rack

  21. Fail170,500 miles (+8,645)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,500 miles
    Test number
    648040512046
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner 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 Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s/f tyre cracking
    • NotePlay in steering rack

  22. Pass161,855 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    161,855 miles
    Test number
    497143811091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail161,848 miles (+8,354)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,848 miles
    Test number
    285023311036
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass153,494 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    153,494 miles
    Test number
    512946900075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail153,488 miles (+9,105)1 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,488 miles
    Test number
    934614100002
    • DangerousBrake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in rack

  26. Pass144,383 miles (+11,274)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    144,383 miles
    Test number
    363133219065
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Pass133,109 miles (+9,810)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    133,109 miles
    Test number
    104222008425
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  28. Fail123,299 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,299 miles
    Test number
    411088907017
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  29. Pass123,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    123,299 miles
    Test number
    844098507083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T4 XXB

Does T4 XXB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T4 XXB expired on 18 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T4 XXB?
The MOT on T4 XXB expired on 18 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T4 XXB done?
T4 XXB was recorded at 250,566 miles at its MOT on 19 Apr 2023, an average of 7,819 miles a year.
Has T4 XXB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 XXB has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T4 XXB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Jan 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T4 XXB find?
T4 XXB passed its latest MOT on 19 Apr 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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