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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2010 · 1,968 cc

L40 MBTMOT history

L40 MBT is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 16 Jun 2010. Its MOT expired on 3 May 2026 and it has passed 11 of 12 MOT tests, with 189,446 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Apr 2025.

L40 MBT white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 May 2026
Mileage
189,446 mi
At MOT on 26 Apr 2025
MOT tests
12
11 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,520 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 MBT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
16 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 May 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 MBT was last recorded at 189,446 miles on 26 Apr 2025, 29 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
189,417 miles · 4 May 2024
Between the last two tests
29 miles
Average per year
3,520 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 189,446 miles
  • 2024 – 189,417 miles
  • 2023 – 186,019 miles
  • 2021 – 185,753 miles
  • 2020 – 185,414 miles
  • 2019 – 185,021 miles
  • 2017 – 183,764 miles
  • 2016 – 178,295 miles
  • 2015 – 175,211 miles
  • 2014 – 169,872 miles
  • 2013 – 147,732 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,446 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryUnderside sprayed with pro paint

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 Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

12 tests since 19 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,446 miles (+29)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2026
    Odometer
    189,446 miles
    Test number
    533885121518
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderside sprayed with pro paint

  2. Pass189,417 miles (+3,398)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2025
    Odometer
    189,417 miles
    Test number
    239787667320
    • AdvisoryUnderside sprayed with protective paint

  3. Pass186,019 miles (+266)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    186,019 miles
    Test number
    649584576772
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndersides sprayed with protective paint

  4. Pass185,753 miles (+339)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    185,753 miles
    Test number
    174778289616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass185,414 miles (+393)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    185,414 miles
    Test number
    194913530814
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass185,021 miles (+1,257)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    185,021 miles
    Test number
    237167253613
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass183,764 miles (+5,469)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    183,764 miles
    Test number
    425326268132
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  8. Pass178,295 miles (+3,084)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    178,295 miles
    Test number
    458435238338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass175,211 miles (+5,339)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    175,211 miles
    Test number
    718571785160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass169,872 miles (+22,140)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    169,872 miles
    Test number
    247189674165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass147,732 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    147,732 miles
    Test number
    416600373143
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on edge
    • NoteWindscreen cracked ,out side zone A at bottom of screen

  12. Fail147,732 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,732 miles
    Test number
    487730573174
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on edge
    • NoteWindscreen cracked ,out side zone A at bottom of screen

Questions about L40 MBT

Does L40 MBT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L40 MBT expired on 3 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L40 MBT?
The MOT on L40 MBT expired on 3 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L40 MBT done?
L40 MBT was recorded at 189,446 miles at its MOT on 26 Apr 2025, an average of 3,520 miles a year.
Has L40 MBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 MBT has failed 1 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2013.
Has the mileage on L40 MBT 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 MBT find?
L40 MBT passed its latest MOT on 26 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides, and 1 more.

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