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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,461 cc

T40 AFWMOT history

T40 AFW is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 17 Dec 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 153,666 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Dec 2025
Mileage
153,666 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2024
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,135 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 AFW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 AFW was last recorded at 153,666 miles on 21 Nov 2024, 3,760 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,906 miles · 18 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
3,760 miles
Average per year
5,135 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 153,666 miles
  • 2023 – 149,906 miles
  • 2022 – 138,161 miles
  • 2021 – 136,882 miles
  • 2020 – 136,014 miles
  • 2019 – 135,287 miles
  • 2018 – 134,663 miles
  • 2017 – 134,039 miles
  • 2016 – 133,042 miles
  • 2015 – 131,997 miles
  • 2014 – 129,971 miles
  • 2013 – 127,907 miles
  • 2012 – 118,370 miles
  • 2011 – 110,667 miles
  • 2010 – 99,781 miles
  • 2009 – 87,007 miles
  • 2008 – 76,694 miles
  • 2007 – 68,383 miles
  • 2006 – 59,983 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,666 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside 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))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass153,666 miles (+3,760)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    153,666 miles
    Test number
    806293351159
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))
  2. Pass149,906 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    149,906 miles
    Test number
    801778774388
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Passenger's seats removed at time of test.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  3. Fail149,906 miles1 repaired3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,906 miles
    Test number
    229483758233
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate value=0.8 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Passenger's seats removed at time of test.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  4. Fail149,906 miles (+11,745)8 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,906 miles
    Test number
    113344662925
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorCentral Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  5. Pass138,161 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    138,161 miles
    Test number
    334176775489
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  6. Fail138,161 miles (+1,279)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,161 miles
    Test number
    334123066781
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass136,882 miles (+868)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    136,882 miles
    Test number
    798995900572
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  8. Pass136,014 miles (+727)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    136,014 miles
    Test number
    292876588117
    • MinorOffside Outer Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wing has slight accident damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pipe between flexible hose and caliper slightly crushed
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  9. Pass135,287 miles (+624)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    135,287 miles
    Test number
    851857426224
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wing has accident damage and corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer windscreen has stone chip
    • AdvisoryOffside Non obligatory mirror damaged has crack across glass
    • AdvisoryVarious stone chips on windscreen
  10. Pass134,663 miles (+624)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    134,663 miles
    Test number
    914563889614
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view LARGE STONE CHIP (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material HOSE TO CALIPER (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule CENTRAL, O/S AND N/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  11. Pass134,039 miles (+72)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    134,039 miles
    Test number
    589650883617
    • AdvisoryOffside Front under wheel arch has slight damage to vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror glass cracked
    • AdvisoryVarious stone chips in windscreen
  12. Fail133,967 miles (+925)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,967 miles
    Test number
    699679247065
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front under wheel arch has slight damage to vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror glass cracked
    • AdvisoryVarious stone chips in windscreen
  13. Pass133,042 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    133,042 miles
    Test number
    767066481872
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front has damage and slight corrosion under wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wiper blades split slightly
  14. Fail133,041 miles (+1,044)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,041 miles
    Test number
    477588689196
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front has damage and slight corrosion under wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wiper blades split slightly
  15. Pass131,997 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    131,997 miles
    Test number
    715971184056
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror glass has a crack
    • AdvisoryBoth front wiper blades have split
    • AdvisorySlight damage and corrosion under o/s/f inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has a chip
  16. Fail131,985 miles (+2,014)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,985 miles
    Test number
    742546468101
    • FailureNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror glass has a crack
    • AdvisoryBoth front wiper blades have split
    • AdvisorySlight damage and corrosion under o/s/f inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has a chip
  17. Fail129,971 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,971 miles
    Test number
    425865914464
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteExhaust rusty
  18. Pass129,971 miles (+2,064)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    129,971 miles
    Test number
    525455314390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteExhaust rusty
  19. Pass127,907 miles (+9,537)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    127,907 miles
    Test number
    365589533355
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre getting low
  20. Pass118,370 miles (+5)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    118,370 miles
    Test number
    238729292176
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front door strap brokin
    • NoteRepear on offside constant velocity joint garter
  21. Fail118,365 miles (+7,698)1 dangerous10 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,365 miles
    Test number
    247175292119
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front door strap brokin
    • NoteRepear on offside constant velocity joint garter
  22. Pass110,667 miles (+10,886)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    110,667 miles
    Test number
    269453691133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass99,781 miles (+12,774)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    99,781 miles
    Test number
    774470060166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass87,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    87,007 miles
    Test number
    624436459191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail87,007 miles (+10,313)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,007 miles
    Test number
    941726359141
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
  26. Pass76,694 miles (+8,311)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    76,694 miles
    Test number
    831385948177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail68,383 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,383 miles
    Test number
    251703547417
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
  28. Pass68,383 miles (+8,400)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    68,383 miles
    Test number
    542673347131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass59,983 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    59,983 miles
    Test number
    534996836241
    • NoteO/S/ FRONT WING DAMAGED
    • NoteSMALL CHIP IN CENTRE OF SCREEN WITHIN LIMIT

Questions about T40 AFW

Does T40 AFW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T40 AFW expired on 17 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T40 AFW?
The MOT on T40 AFW expired on 17 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T40 AFW done?
T40 AFW was recorded at 153,666 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2024, an average of 5,135 miles a year.
Has T40 AFW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 AFW has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on T40 AFW 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 AFW find?
T40 AFW passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2024 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 6 more.

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