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Volkswagen Transporter

Multi-colour · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

S40 GTAMOT history

S40 GTA is a multi-colour diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 14 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 127,274 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

S40 GTA multi-colour Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
127,274 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,717 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 GTA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 GTA was last recorded at 127,274 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 643 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,631 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
643 miles
Average per year
3,717 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,274 miles
  • 2025 – 126,631 miles
  • 2024 – 125,272 miles
  • 2023 – 123,201 miles
  • 2022 – 118,250 miles
  • 2021 – 117,200 miles
  • 2020 – 116,337 miles
  • 2019 – 115,108 miles
  • 2018 – 113,318 miles
  • 2017 – 111,404 miles
  • 2016 – 108,704 miles
  • 2015 – 106,824 miles
  • 2014 – 103,884 miles
  • 2013 – 100,779 miles
  • 2012 – 97,816 miles
  • 2011 – 93,329 miles
  • 2010 – 89,855 miles
  • 2009 – 87,524 miles
  • 2008 – 77,345 miles
  • 2007 – 56,783 miles
  • 2006 – 52,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,274 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCovers fitted restricting full visual inspectionRecorded at 9 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2018

Full MOT history

31 tests since 8 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,274 miles (+643)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    127,274 miles
    Test number
    380597489876
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted restricting full visual inspection

  2. Pass126,631 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    126,631 miles
    Test number
    238949718313
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted restricting full visual inspection
    • AdvisorySpare wheel carrier starting to corrode

  3. Fail126,631 miles (+1,359)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,631 miles
    Test number
    961637705082
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted restricting full visual inspection
    • AdvisorySpare wheel carrier starting to corrode

  4. Pass125,272 miles (+2,071)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    125,272 miles
    Test number
    508986910022
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted restricting full visual inspection

  5. Pass123,201 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    123,201 miles
    Test number
    793536198063
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted restricting full visual inspection

  6. Fail123,201 miles (+4,951)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,201 miles
    Test number
    159622996519
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted restricting full visual inspection

  7. Pass118,250 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    118,250 miles
    Test number
    194281647468
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitter restricting full visual inspection
    • AdvisorySteel spare wheel rusty

  8. Fail118,250 miles (+1,050)2 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,250 miles
    Test number
    491723211310
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitter restricting full visual inspection
    • AdvisorySteel spare wheel rusty

  9. Pass117,200 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    117,200 miles
    Test number
    808397924239
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component outer boots both sides (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted restricting full visual inspection

  10. Fail117,200 miles (+863)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,200 miles
    Test number
    519748744843
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both rear (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component outer boots both sides (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted restricting full visual inspection

  11. Pass116,337 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    116,337 miles
    Test number
    230379231154
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded rear of engine (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc back plates starting to corrode all round
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted restricting full visual inspection
    • AdvisorySteel spare wheel rim corroded

  12. Fail116,337 miles (+1,229)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,337 miles
    Test number
    835638097366
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Fuel pipe leaking in engine bay (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded rear of engine (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc back plates starting to corrode all round
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted restricting full visual inspection
    • AdvisorySteel spare wheel rim corroded

  13. Pass115,108 miles (+1,790)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    115,108 miles
    Test number
    908698817383
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Brake cable damaged but not to excess central ( parking brake cable ) (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted restricting full visual inspection

  14. Pass113,318 miles (+1,914)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    113,318 miles
    Test number
    374392625838
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted restricting full visual inspection

  15. Pass111,404 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    111,404 miles
    Test number
    395968144009
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted restricting full inspection

  16. Fail111,404 miles (+2,700)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,404 miles
    Test number
    584721346552
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted restricting full inspection

  17. Pass108,704 miles (+1,880)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    108,704 miles
    Test number
    909894516735
    • AdvisoryFront Lower covers fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass106,824 miles (+2,940)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    106,824 miles
    Test number
    609564505121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDim no plate lights
    • NoteExaust hanger brocken
    • NoteHand brake cable fraying

  19. Pass103,884 miles (+3,105)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    103,884 miles
    Test number
    445480524167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  20. Fail100,779 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,779 miles
    Test number
    485360723156
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Pass100,779 miles (+2,963)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    100,779 miles
    Test number
    906320623159
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Fail97,816 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,816 miles
    Test number
    185923302111
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light illuminated
    • NoteO/s wiper blade split

  23. Pass97,816 miles (+4,487)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    97,816 miles
    Test number
    417613502171
    • NoteBrake pad warning light illuminated
    • NoteO/s wiper blade split

  24. Pass93,329 miles (+3,474)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    93,329 miles
    Test number
    119954551439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass89,855 miles (+2,331)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    89,855 miles
    Test number
    394558760065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass87,524 miles (+10,179)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    87,524 miles
    Test number
    180304249085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass77,345 miles (+20,562)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    77,345 miles
    Test number
    643288818055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass56,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    56,783 miles
    Test number
    613302137017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail56,783 miles (+4,618)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,783 miles
    Test number
    843562837008
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  30. Pass52,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    52,165 miles
    Test number
    660450336177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail52,165 miles3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,165 miles
    Test number
    411388926178
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about S40 GTA

Does S40 GTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 GTA is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 GTA?
The MOT on S40 GTA is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 GTA done?
S40 GTA was recorded at 127,274 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 3,717 miles a year.
Has S40 GTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 GTA has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on S40 GTA 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 S40 GTA find?
S40 GTA passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; central front lower oil leak, but not excessive; covers fitted restricting full visual inspection.

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