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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

L40 TUGMOT history

L40 TUG is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 13 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 188,198 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

L40 TUG black Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
188,198 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,862 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 TUG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
13 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 TUG was last recorded at 188,198 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 5,925 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,273 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,925 miles
Average per year
5,862 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 188,198 miles
  • 2025 – 182,273 miles
  • 2024 – 176,805 miles
  • 2023 – 172,690 miles
  • 2022 – 167,883 miles
  • 2021 – 166,167 miles
  • 2019 – 166,055 miles
  • 2018 – 162,678 miles
  • 2017 – 156,173 miles
  • 2016 – 150,127 miles
  • 2015 – 144,170 miles
  • 2014 – 137,552 miles
  • 2013 – 130,240 miles
  • 2012 – 122,992 miles
  • 2011 – 116,006 miles
  • 2010 – 107,882 miles
  • 2009 – 101,894 miles
  • 2008 – 94,606 miles
  • 2007 – 82,702 miles
  • 2005 – 67,644 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,198 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,198 miles (+5,925)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    188,198 miles
    Test number
    425113462745
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass182,273 miles (+5,468)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    182,273 miles
    Test number
    569101957504
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass176,805 miles (+4,115)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    176,805 miles
    Test number
    344502676256
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass172,690 miles (+4,807)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    172,690 miles
    Test number
    278185559853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass167,883 miles (+30)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    167,883 miles
    Test number
    283099731709
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail167,853 miles (+1,686)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,853 miles
    Test number
    429656849573
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass166,167 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    166,167 miles
    Test number
    565610418459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail166,166 miles (+111)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,166 miles
    Test number
    443667180089
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass166,055 miles (+36)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    166,055 miles
    Test number
    310558125198
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Fail166,019 miles (+3,341)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,019 miles
    Test number
    532665038057
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass162,678 miles (+6,505)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    162,678 miles
    Test number
    424749847861
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  12. Pass156,173 miles (+6,046)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    156,173 miles
    Test number
    758432320280
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass150,127 miles (+5,957)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    150,127 miles
    Test number
    149540989131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass144,170 miles (+6,618)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    144,170 miles
    Test number
    136760155459
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass137,552 miles (+7,312)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    137,552 miles
    Test number
    889368344003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass130,240 miles (+7,248)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    130,240 miles
    Test number
    117947843097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass122,992 miles (+6,986)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    122,992 miles
    Test number
    789435532071
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  18. Pass116,006 miles (+113)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    116,006 miles
    Test number
    586660651016
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  19. Fail115,893 miles (+8,011)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,893 miles
    Test number
    949363041041
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  20. Pass107,882 miles (+98)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    107,882 miles
    Test number
    724201440046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteRear bumper insecure

  21. Fail107,784 miles (+5,890)5 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,784 miles
    Test number
    650294930088
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Towbar locking device missing (6.6.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteRear bumper insecure
    • NoteRear brake imbalance

  22. Pass101,894 miles (+132)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    101,894 miles
    Test number
    351571759023
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAnti freeze low
    • NoteRear wiper req

  23. Fail101,762 miles (+7,156)5 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,762 miles
    Test number
    720350349074
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAnti freeze low
    • NoteN/s/f wheel rim has welded repair
    • NoteRear wiper req

  24. Pass94,606 miles (+11,904)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    94,606 miles
    Test number
    622717838031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  25. Fail82,702 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,702 miles
    Test number
    190427237021
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  26. Pass82,702 miles (+15,058)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    82,702 miles
    Test number
    972277237095
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  27. Pass67,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    67,644 miles
    Test number
    660943565323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 TUG

Does L40 TUG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 TUG is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 TUG?
The MOT on L40 TUG is valid until 28 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 TUG done?
L40 TUG was recorded at 188,198 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 5,862 miles a year.
Has L40 TUG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 TUG has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on L40 TUG 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 TUG find?
L40 TUG passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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