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Volkswagen Amarok

Blue · Diesel · 2014 · 1,968 cc

L40 RBBMOT history

L40 RBB is a blue diesel Volkswagen Amarok first used on 3 Apr 2014. Its MOT expired on 29 Sept 2026 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 155,252 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Sept 2025.

L40 RBB blue Volkswagen Amarok – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Amarok, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 Sept 2026
Mileage
155,252 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2025
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,889 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 RBB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Amarok
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
3 Apr 2014
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 RBB was last recorded at 155,252 miles on 30 Sept 2025, 11,882 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,370 miles · 26 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
11,882 miles
Average per year
12,889 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 155,252 miles
  • 2024 – 143,370 miles
  • 2023 – 130,154 miles
  • 2022 – 117,906 miles
  • 2021 – 96,778 miles
  • 2020 – 76,751 miles
  • 2019 – 74,733 miles
  • 2018 – 60,049 miles
  • 2017 – 45,364 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,252 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

14 tests since 22 Mar 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,252 miles (+11,882)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    155,252 miles
    Test number
    492892990129
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass143,370 miles (+229)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    143,370 miles
    Test number
    441907448728
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail143,141 miles (+12,987)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,141 miles
    Test number
    200271674276
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass130,154 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    130,154 miles
    Test number
    823220600250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail130,154 miles (+12,248)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,154 miles
    Test number
    459725583215
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass117,906 miles (+21,128)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    117,906 miles
    Test number
    695014151956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass96,778 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    96,778 miles
    Test number
    536049033890
    • AdvisoryAdvise fuel pipes near fuel filter are damp but not actively leaking

  8. Fail96,778 miles (+20,027)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,778 miles
    Test number
    587854318861
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise fuel pipes near fuel filter are damp but not actively leaking

  9. Pass76,751 miles (+2,018)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    76,751 miles
    Test number
    385070281457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass74,733 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    74,733 miles
    Test number
    456572516539
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail74,719 miles (+14,670)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,719 miles
    Test number
    783450114696
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working h21w (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass60,049 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    60,049 miles
    Test number
    394802689452
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing Both shock absorbers (2.7.2a)

  13. Fail60,049 miles (+14,685)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,049 miles
    Test number
    846887180873
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high Both headlamps (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing Both shock absorbers (2.7.2a)

  14. Pass45,364 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    45,364 miles
    Test number
    685634955058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Questions about L40 RBB

Does L40 RBB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L40 RBB expired on 29 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L40 RBB?
The MOT on L40 RBB expired on 29 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L40 RBB done?
L40 RBB was recorded at 155,252 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2025, an average of 12,889 miles a year.
Has L40 RBB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 RBB has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on L40 RBB 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 RBB find?
L40 RBB passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2025 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; offside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 3 more.

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