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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

S40 LPHMOT history

S40 LPH is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 22 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 214,986 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

S40 LPH white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
214,986 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,770 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 LPH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
22 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 LPH was last recorded at 214,986 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 5,764 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
209,222 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,764 miles
Average per year
9,770 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 214,986 miles
  • 2025 – 209,222 miles
  • 2024 – 195,729 miles
  • 2023 – 191,949 miles
  • 2022 – 191,080 miles
  • 2021 – 188,529 miles
  • 2019 – 185,711 miles
  • 2018 – 175,882 miles
  • 2017 – 167,130 miles
  • 2016 – 158,248 miles
  • 2015 – 146,535 miles
  • 2014 – 132,856 miles
  • 2013 – 114,421 miles
  • 2012 – 94,537 miles
  • 2011 – 72,147 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,986 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside hand brake poor
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm approx

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,986 miles (+5,764)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    214,986 miles
    Test number
    134180887895
    • AdvisoryOffside hand brake poor
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass209,222 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    209,222 miles
    Test number
    945546247563
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail209,222 miles (+13,493)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,222 miles
    Test number
    743316368966
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass195,729 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    195,729 miles
    Test number
    670808111772
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail195,729 miles (+3,780)2 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,729 miles
    Test number
    678891522565
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass191,949 miles (+869)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    191,949 miles
    Test number
    419758709444
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • 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))
  7. Pass191,080 miles (+2,551)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    191,080 miles
    Test number
    861655999851
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass188,529 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    188,529 miles
    Test number
    554564950650
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail188,529 miles (+2,818)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,529 miles
    Test number
    771468789962
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass185,711 miles (+9,829)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    185,711 miles
    Test number
    257944165656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass175,882 miles (+8,752)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    175,882 miles
    Test number
    121328136869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass167,130 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    167,130 miles
    Test number
    302099695557
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Fail167,130 miles (+8,882)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,130 miles
    Test number
    181917244931
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Pass158,248 miles (+11,713)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    158,248 miles
    Test number
    698457193354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass146,535 miles (+13,679)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    146,535 miles
    Test number
    543390380719
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs low
  16. Pass132,856 miles (+18,435)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    132,856 miles
    Test number
    768994504338
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass114,421 miles (+19,884)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    114,421 miles
    Test number
    539866733389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass94,537 miles (+22,390)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    94,537 miles
    Test number
    896048232392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail72,147 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,147 miles
    Test number
    326758021442
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine/gearbox mounting(s) defective
  20. Pass72,147 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    72,147 miles
    Test number
    726158421213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Questions about S40 LPH

Does S40 LPH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 LPH is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 LPH?
The MOT on S40 LPH is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 LPH done?
S40 LPH was recorded at 214,986 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 9,770 miles a year.
Has S40 LPH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 LPH has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S40 LPH 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 LPH find?
S40 LPH passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: offside hand brake poor; oil leak, but not excessive.

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