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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

K40 RKRMOT history

K40 RKR is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 9 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 181,099 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

K40 RKR grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
181,099 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,266 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 RKR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
9 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 RKR was last recorded at 181,099 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,078 miles · 4 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
8,266 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,099 miles
  • 2025 – 178,536 miles
  • 2024 – 173,289 miles
  • 2022 – 171,412 miles
  • 2021 – 167,361 miles
  • 2020 – 165,058 miles
  • 2019 – 156,802 miles
  • 2018 – 144,255 miles
  • 2017 – 142,090 miles
  • 2016 – 142,073 miles
  • 2015 – 131,561 miles
  • 2014 – 113,969 miles
  • 2013 – 95,141 miles
  • 2012 – 75,779 miles
  • 2011 – 55,747 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,099 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside mirror cover missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge SCRUBBED INSIDE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 8 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,099 miles (+21)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    181,099 miles
    Test number
    682181076645
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail181,078 miles (+10)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,078 miles
    Test number
    873424582016
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail181,068 miles (+2,532)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,068 miles
    Test number
    691512569378
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure Rear bolt missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  4. Pass178,536 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    178,536 miles
    Test number
    258282858738
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge SCRUBBED INSIDE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail178,536 miles (+5,247)2 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,536 miles
    Test number
    215897622792
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge SCRUBBED INSIDE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass173,289 miles (+1,877)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    173,289 miles
    Test number
    953349677162
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryWaste/ waterdrain pipe insecure
  7. Pass171,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    171,412 miles
    Test number
    126688494747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail171,412 miles (+4,051)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,412 miles
    Test number
    173411893618
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  9. Pass167,361 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    167,361 miles
    Test number
    580340202879
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryMarks on windscreen
    • AdvisoryNoise on nearside front suspension no excessive wear found
  10. Fail167,361 miles (+2,303)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,361 miles
    Test number
    550507150820
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryMarks on windscreen
    • AdvisoryNoise on nearside front suspension no excessive wear found
  11. Pass165,058 miles (+8,256)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    165,058 miles
    Test number
    971538082955
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass156,802 miles (+12,547)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    156,802 miles
    Test number
    634614520216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass144,255 miles (+2,165)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    144,255 miles
    Test number
    888313043677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass142,090 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    142,090 miles
    Test number
    371027079796
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass142,073 miles (+10,512)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    142,073 miles
    Test number
    175170750850
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  16. Pass131,561 miles (+17,592)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    131,561 miles
    Test number
    299517955192
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads wearing
    • NoteFront anti roll bar 'D' bushes wearing
    • NoteSlight oil leak
  17. Pass113,969 miles (+18,828)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    113,969 miles
    Test number
    209183664438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass95,141 miles (+19,362)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    95,141 miles
    Test number
    657499253136
    • NoteR pads wearing
  19. Pass75,779 miles (+20,032)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    75,779 miles
    Test number
    277555862443
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
  20. Pass55,747 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    55,747 miles
    Test number
    708629751193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s mirror cracked
    • NoteSlight screatch to windscreen

Questions about K40 RKR

Does K40 RKR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 RKR is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K40 RKR?
The MOT on K40 RKR is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K40 RKR done?
K40 RKR was recorded at 181,099 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 8,266 miles a year.
Has K40 RKR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 RKR has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on K40 RKR 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 K40 RKR find?
K40 RKR passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 5 more.

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