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Volkswagen Transporter

Orange · Diesel · 1996 · 1,896 cc

P840 VCDMOT history

P840 VCD is an orange diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 30 Sept 1996. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 37 MOT tests, with 92,560 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

P840 VCD orange Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
92,560 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
37
20 passed · 17 failed
Per year
3,798 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P840 VCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Sept 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P840 VCD was last recorded at 92,560 miles on 14 May 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Mar 2013: 48,430 miles, lower than 92,556 miles on 24 Oct 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
92,557 miles · 13 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,798 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,560 miles
  • 2025 – 89,032 miles
  • 2024 – 84,959 miles
  • 2023 – 79,617 miles
  • 2022 – 72,809 miles
  • 2021 – 63,306 miles
  • 2020 – 63,021 miles
  • 2019 – 61,845 miles
  • 2018 – 61,086 miles
  • 2017 – 60,248 miles
  • 2016 – 58,781 miles
  • 2015 – 56,124 miles
  • 2014 – 53,563 miles
  • 2013 – 48,432 miles
  • 2011 – 92,556 miles
  • 2010 – 37,160 miles
  • 2009 – 30,222 miles
  • 2008 – 24,598 miles
  • 2007 – 22,983 miles
  • 2006 – 18,306 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,560 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on arm (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner rear arch corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

37 tests since 26 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,560 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    92,560 miles
    Test number
    303368577215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner rear arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail92,557 miles (+3,525)1 dangerous7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,557 miles
    Test number
    361231740698
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFront Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper supports corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner arch corroded rear section
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass89,032 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    89,032 miles
    Test number
    328214869786
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner arch u corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on both arms (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively n/s - o/s (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front out riggers corroded
  4. Fail89,031 miles (+4,072)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,031 miles
    Test number
    434937493824
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner arch u corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on both arms (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively n/s - o/s (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front out riggers corroded
  5. Pass84,959 miles (+1)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    84,959 miles
    Test number
    483573926870
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both ,also perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch front part (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch front part (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting n/s-o/s (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  6. Fail84,958 miles (+5,341)1 dangerous13 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,958 miles
    Test number
    700275362428
    • DangerousExhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAdditional braking device inoperative compensator (1.5 (b))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust blow (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center section between cat - rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement seized (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both ,also perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch front part (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch front part (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting n/s-o/s (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  7. Pass79,617 miles (+3)2 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    79,617 miles
    Test number
    331078260446
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust system badly corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Nsr and Osr upper (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and Rear crossmember badly corroded
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion, Nsr and Osr inner arch panel holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNs and Os front to rear sill heavy corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nsr and Osr outer (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has heavy chassis corrosion, and various poor welding repairs. Nsf , Osf inner arch panel holed
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Nsr and Osr (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  8. Fail79,614 miles (+6,805)2 major2 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,614 miles
    Test number
    199909203967
    • MajorCentral Front Upper Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust system badly corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Nsr and Osr upper (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and Rear crossmember badly corroded
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion, Nsr and Osr inner arch panel holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNs and Os front to rear sill heavy corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nsr and Osr outer (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has heavy chassis corrosion, and various poor welding repairs. Nsf , Osf inner arch panel holed
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Nsr and Osr (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  9. Pass72,809 miles (+5)6 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    72,809 miles
    Test number
    414814063391
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured From car battery (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured Under steering column (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Electrical wiring insecure From battery (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront and Rear crash bar badly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose ferrule corroded, adv replacement
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has heavy chassis corrosion, and various poor welding repairs. O/s/r inner arch panel holed. Nothing excessive at time of test.
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust corroded
  10. Fail72,804 miles (+9,498)3 major6 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,804 miles
    Test number
    407335007629
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (Engine safety) (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured From car battery (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured Under steering column (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Electrical wiring insecure From battery (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront and Rear crash bar badly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose ferrule corroded, adv replacement
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has heavy chassis corrosion, and various poor welding repairs. O/s/r inner arch panel holed. Nothing excessive at time of test.
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust corroded
  11. Pass63,306 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    63,306 miles
    Test number
    530057218212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Fail63,306 miles (+6)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,306 miles
    Test number
    733846677533
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Fail63,300 miles (+279)10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,300 miles
    Test number
    822925917995
    • MajorCentral Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger and wheelarch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger and wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  14. Pass63,021 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    63,021 miles
    Test number
    886331464438
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  15. Fail63,021 miles (+1,176)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,021 miles
    Test number
    956313009774
    • MajorBrake servo damaged and function impaired vacum pump (1.1.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low light insecure (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  16. Pass61,845 miles (+53)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    61,845 miles
    Test number
    704841759245
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth A pillars corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
  17. Fail61,792 miles (+706)2 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,792 miles
    Test number
    902997001735
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess front handbrake cable (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth A pillars corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both outer sills
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
  18. Pass61,086 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    61,086 miles
    Test number
    842389760911
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  19. Fail61,080 miles (+832)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,080 miles
    Test number
    619645796423
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced suspension mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  20. Pass60,248 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    60,248 miles
    Test number
    477440756848
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion wheel rach (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
  21. Fail60,240 miles (+1,459)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,240 miles
    Test number
    633117805446
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion wheel rach (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cutting on edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
  22. Pass58,781 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    58,781 miles
    Test number
    407001006158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit cutting edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perished
  23. Fail58,778 miles (+2,654)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,778 miles
    Test number
    817991145283
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit cutting edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perished
  24. Pass56,124 miles (+16)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    56,124 miles
    Test number
    869093015182
    • NoteOil leak
  25. Fail56,108 miles (+2,545)1 failure2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,108 miles
    Test number
    197323805154
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
  26. Pass53,563 miles6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    53,563 miles
    Test number
    808781074003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • Note2 x front wheels are slightly damaged
    • NoteO/s/f outer sill slightly corroded
    • NoteO/s/r tyre slightly deterioated
  27. Fail53,563 miles (+5,131)7 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,563 miles
    Test number
    248480074069
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • Note2 x front wheels are slightly damaged
    • NoteO/s/f outer sill slightly corroded
    • NoteO/s/r tyre slightly deterioated
  28. Pass48,432 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    48,432 miles
    Test number
    158306783456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail48,430 miles (-44,126)5 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,430 miles
    Test number
    858769173035
    • FailureFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  30. Pass92,556 miles (+55,396)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    92,556 miles
    Test number
    447347791224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass37,160 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    37,160 miles
    Test number
    673349100319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail37,159 miles (+6,937)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,159 miles
    Test number
    434437300459
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
  33. Pass30,222 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    30,222 miles
    Test number
    843440009301
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  34. Fail30,214 miles (+5,616)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,214 miles
    Test number
    693906299221
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  35. Pass24,598 miles (+1,615)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    24,598 miles
    Test number
    350585408349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass22,983 miles (+4,677)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    22,983 miles
    Test number
    861546907341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Pass18,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    18,306 miles
    Test number
    392619996233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P840 VCD

Does P840 VCD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P840 VCD is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on P840 VCD?
The MOT on P840 VCD is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P840 VCD done?
P840 VCD was recorded at 92,560 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 3,798 miles a year.
Has P840 VCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P840 VCD has failed 17 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on P840 VCD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Mar 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P840 VCD find?
P840 VCD passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on arm, and 3 more.

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