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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2007 · 2,460 cc

L40 BRTMOT history

L40 BRT is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 5 Oct 2007. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 171,737 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

L40 BRT red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
171,737 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,663 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 BRT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
5 Oct 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 BRT was last recorded at 171,737 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,726 miles · 17 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
8,663 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,737 miles
  • 2025 – 171,564 miles
  • 2024 – 169,847 miles
  • 2023 – 167,889 miles
  • 2021 – 157,884 miles
  • 2020 – 150,193 miles
  • 2019 – 139,025 miles
  • 2018 – 128,694 miles
  • 2017 – 114,858 miles
  • 2016 – 104,372 miles
  • 2015 – 89,257 miles
  • 2014 – 79,717 miles
  • 2013 – 68,393 miles
  • 2012 – 56,938 miles
  • 2011 – 46,650 miles
  • 2010 – 34,742 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,737 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryExhaust boxes rusted outer skin
  • AdvisoryHandbrake travel
  • AdvisoryShields damage

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 damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,737 miles (+11)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    171,737 miles
    Test number
    760655762455
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust boxes rusted outer skin
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel
    • AdvisoryShields damage

  2. Fail171,726 miles (+162)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,726 miles
    Test number
    457332509589
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values 0.65 - 1.88 (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre + rear exhaust boxes corroding

  3. Pass171,564 miles (+1,717)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    171,564 miles
    Test number
    417802361097
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split, just clears (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust boxes corroding

  4. Pass169,847 miles (+1,958)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    169,847 miles
    Test number
    692603322591
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box rusty

  5. Pass167,889 miles (+5)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    167,889 miles
    Test number
    259419796910
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively travel (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Fail167,884 miles (+10,000)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,884 miles
    Test number
    688799661664
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively travel (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Pass157,884 miles (+7,691)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    157,884 miles
    Test number
    620006797344
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass150,193 miles (+11,168)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    150,193 miles
    Test number
    863905909108
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass139,025 miles (+10,331)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    139,025 miles
    Test number
    708192776977
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass128,694 miles (+13,836)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    128,694 miles
    Test number
    319403567846
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass114,858 miles (+10,486)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    114,858 miles
    Test number
    713759399436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass104,372 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    104,372 miles
    Test number
    409638139908
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailpipe outer skin corroding
    • AdvisoryFront side repeaters whitish-advise new bulbs
    • AdvisoryOil leak under vehicle-front to rear

  13. Fail104,369 miles (+15,112)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,369 miles
    Test number
    250017987078
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailpipe outer skin corroding
    • AdvisoryFront side repeaters whitish-advise new bulbs
    • AdvisoryOil leak under vehicle-front to rear

  14. Pass89,257 miles (+9,540)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    89,257 miles
    Test number
    693340694895
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight corrosion to outer edge of disc surface (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight corrosion to the outer edge of disc surface (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass79,717 miles (+11,324)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    79,717 miles
    Test number
    358038704350
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteOffside front fog lamp not working

  16. Pass68,393 miles (+11,455)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    68,393 miles
    Test number
    945444573223
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass56,938 miles (+10,288)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    56,938 miles
    Test number
    108755482273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,650 miles (+11,908)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    46,650 miles
    Test number
    827051801374
    • NoteNear side rear tyre has cut in side wall, not to cords

  19. Pass34,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    34,742 miles
    Test number
    992709150251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 BRT

Does L40 BRT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 BRT is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 BRT?
The MOT on L40 BRT is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 BRT done?
L40 BRT was recorded at 171,737 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 8,663 miles a year.
Has L40 BRT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 BRT has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 BRT 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 L40 BRT find?
L40 BRT passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 8 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive; rear anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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