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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1997 · 2,370 cc

K40 CGKMOT history

K40 CGK is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 349,555 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

K40 CGK red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
349,555 mi
At MOT on 2 May 2023
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,450 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 CGK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 CGK was last recorded at 349,555 miles on 2 May 2023, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Sept 2009: 287,630 miles, lower than 287,921 miles on 12 Oct 2007.

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
349,549 miles · 27 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
4,450 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 349,555 miles
  • 2022 – 349,532 miles
  • 2020 – 347,414 miles
  • 2019 – 346,849 miles
  • 2018 – 344,940 miles
  • 2017 – 342,982 miles
  • 2016 – 337,054 miles
  • 2015 – 328,192 miles
  • 2014 – 320,547 miles
  • 2013 – 310,417 miles
  • 2012 – 304,107 miles
  • 2011 – 295,131 miles
  • 2010 – 287,878 miles
  • 2009 – 287,630 miles
  • 2007 – 287,921 miles
  • 2006 – 275,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    258977067201
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. FailMileage not read8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    988857205776
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Lower arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength In floor under driver's feet (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low Adjuster screw wont move (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Lower arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension locking device ineffective Nyloc nut on lower arm (5.3.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspicious looking repairs to sills, door steps and front wheel arches/liners

  3. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    783953383708
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass349,555 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    349,555 miles
    Test number
    766656127518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail349,549 miles (+17)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    349,549 miles
    Test number
    838741094893
    • MajorFuel hose leaking Number 1 injector. (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

  6. Pass349,532 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    349,532 miles
    Test number
    247652862439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail349,531 miles (+2,117)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    349,531 miles
    Test number
    507048415277
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass347,414 miles (+565)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    347,414 miles
    Test number
    635091103260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass346,849 miles (+1,909)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    346,849 miles
    Test number
    851216295694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass344,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    344,940 miles
    Test number
    980562017789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail344,920 miles (+1,938)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    344,920 miles
    Test number
    232567386835
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass342,982 miles (+194)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    342,982 miles
    Test number
    876818140993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail342,788 miles (+5,734)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    342,788 miles
    Test number
    220558781404
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass337,054 miles (+8,862)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    337,054 miles
    Test number
    680947198211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass328,192 miles (+7,645)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    328,192 miles
    Test number
    217061805208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass320,547 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    320,547 miles
    Test number
    865501614266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Fail320,547 miles (+10,130)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    320,547 miles
    Test number
    737603604213
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass310,417 miles (+1)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    310,417 miles
    Test number
    315649513443
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Fail310,416 miles (+31)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    310,416 miles
    Test number
    455184513240
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Fail310,385 miles (+6,278)9 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    310,385 miles
    Test number
    639212493117
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass304,107 miles (+8,976)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    304,107 miles
    Test number
    966412592156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass295,131 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    295,131 miles
    Test number
    406849291139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail295,131 miles (+7,253)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    295,131 miles
    Test number
    958029991183
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

  24. Pass287,878 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    287,878 miles
    Test number
    492158700242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail287,858 miles (+228)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    287,858 miles
    Test number
    742237700277
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  26. Fail287,630 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    287,630 miles
    Test number
    341676949447
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass287,630 miles (-291)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    287,630 miles
    Test number
    943406249243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass287,921 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    287,921 miles
    Test number
    291865187274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail287,903 miles (+12,164)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    287,903 miles
    Test number
    324597877428
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  30. Pass275,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    275,739 miles
    Test number
    332252776465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K40 CGK

Does K40 CGK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 CGK is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K40 CGK?
The MOT on K40 CGK is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K40 CGK done?
K40 CGK was recorded at 349,555 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2023, an average of 4,450 miles a year.
Has K40 CGK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 CGK has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on K40 CGK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Sept 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K40 CGK find?
K40 CGK passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 3 more.

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