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Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

T40 ABSMOT history

T40 ABS is a yellow diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 8 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 204,848 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
204,848 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,278 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 ABS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
8 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 ABS was last recorded at 204,848 miles on 17 Sept 2026, 4,087 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
200,761 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,087 miles
Average per year
8,278 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 204,848 miles
  • 2025 – 200,761 miles
  • 2024 – 195,977 miles
  • 2023 – 188,561 miles
  • 2022 – 183,094 miles
  • 2021 – 180,160 miles
  • 2020 – 175,207 miles
  • 2019 – 166,485 miles
  • 2018 – 158,141 miles
  • 2017 – 153,338 miles
  • 2016 – 148,807 miles
  • 2015 – 141,102 miles
  • 2014 – 134,312 miles
  • 2013 – 127,479 miles
  • 2012 – 118,846 miles
  • 2011 – 108,977 miles
  • 2010 – 106,066 miles
  • 2009 – 100,167 miles
  • 2008 – 86,352 miles
  • 2007 – 59,186 miles
  • 2006 – 33,932 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,848 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 24 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,848 miles (+4,087)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    204,848 miles
    Test number
    637174630335
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass200,761 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    200,761 miles
    Test number
    246164384936
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill end corroded but not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail200,761 miles (+4,784)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,761 miles
    Test number
    682534957607
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill end corroded but not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass195,977 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    195,977 miles
    Test number
    695853655321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail195,977 miles (+7,416)1 dangerous1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,977 miles
    Test number
    843512023651
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass188,561 miles (+5,467)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    188,561 miles
    Test number
    445780401085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass183,094 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    183,094 miles
    Test number
    825707667004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Rack ball joints worn (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail183,094 miles (+2,934)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,094 miles
    Test number
    544123180251
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (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 linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Rack ball joints worn (2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass180,160 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    180,160 miles
    Test number
    900679132010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail180,154 miles (+4,947)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,154 miles
    Test number
    135678381099
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass175,207 miles (+8,722)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    175,207 miles
    Test number
    594455542997
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass166,485 miles (+8,344)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    166,485 miles
    Test number
    423027222679
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached support bar (6.1.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass158,141 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    158,141 miles
    Test number
    564315250740
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail158,141 miles (+4,803)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,141 miles
    Test number
    338776672184
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass153,338 miles (+4,531)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    153,338 miles
    Test number
    352343853691
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySeat belt stitching slightly frayed Drivers (5.2.2b)

  16. Pass148,807 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    148,807 miles
    Test number
    489801743941
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under shields fitted
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Fail148,807 miles (+7,705)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,807 miles
    Test number
    209155986489
    • FailureHorn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under shields fitted
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Pass141,102 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    141,102 miles
    Test number
    688935555132
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail141,102 miles (+6,790)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,102 miles
    Test number
    205674755458
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass134,312 miles (+54)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    134,312 miles
    Test number
    785412164136
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail134,258 miles (+6,779)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,258 miles
    Test number
    776995854145
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass127,479 miles (+8,633)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    127,479 miles
    Test number
    108177653136
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass118,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    118,846 miles
    Test number
    589448872173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail118,846 miles (+9,869)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,846 miles
    Test number
    768148372187
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  25. Pass108,977 miles (+2,911)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    108,977 miles
    Test number
    779380171029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass106,066 miles (+5,899)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    106,066 miles
    Test number
    902959180090
    • NoteBrake warning light on

  27. Pass100,167 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    100,167 miles
    Test number
    784532299090
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

  28. Fail100,167 miles (+13,815)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,167 miles
    Test number
    161411199072
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

  29. Pass86,352 miles (+27,166)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    86,352 miles
    Test number
    534988278064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass59,186 miles (+25,254)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    59,186 miles
    Test number
    920898207043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass33,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    33,932 miles
    Test number
    193063526063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail33,932 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,932 miles
    Test number
    790604426073
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about T40 ABS

Does T40 ABS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 ABS is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 ABS?
The MOT on T40 ABS is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 ABS done?
T40 ABS was recorded at 204,848 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2026, an average of 8,278 miles a year.
Has T40 ABS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 ABS has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T40 ABS 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 T40 ABS find?
T40 ABS passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: both outer sills corroded; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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