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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2002 · 2,461 cc

T40 AKFMOT history

T40 AKF is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 17 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 292,367 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
292,367 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
9,009 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 AKF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
17 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 AKF was last recorded at 292,367 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 701 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
291,666 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
701 miles
Average per year
9,009 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 292,367 miles
  • 2025 – 291,666 miles
  • 2024 – 288,793 miles
  • 2023 – 287,599 miles
  • 2022 – 286,443 miles
  • 2021 – 284,965 miles
  • 2020 – 284,663 miles
  • 2019 – 281,991 miles
  • 2018 – 277,078 miles
  • 2017 – 271,959 miles
  • 2016 – 264,039 miles
  • 2015 – 252,731 miles
  • 2014 – 232,118 miles
  • 2013 – 208,060 miles
  • 2012 – 182,642 miles
  • 2011 – 157,346 miles
  • 2010 – 157,071 miles
  • 2009 – 143,851 miles
  • 2008 – 130,638 miles
  • 2007 – 116,304 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass292,367 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 15 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass292,367 miles (+701)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    292,367 miles
    Test number
    600816102929
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass291,666 miles (+2,873)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    291,666 miles
    Test number
    143648443687
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged all (5.2.3 (j))

  3. Pass288,793 miles (+1,194)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    288,793 miles
    Test number
    897358778873
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass287,599 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    287,599 miles
    Test number
    790017390655
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  5. Fail287,596 miles (+1,153)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    287,596 miles
    Test number
    940947007846
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass286,443 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    286,443 miles
    Test number
    748252004147
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail286,443 miles (+1,478)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    286,443 miles
    Test number
    360630854465
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH SIDES (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass284,965 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    284,965 miles
    Test number
    795723370131
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail284,965 miles (+302)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    284,965 miles
    Test number
    735080441730
    • DangerousNearside Front Electrical wiring connectors for braking disconnected (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass284,663 miles (+2,672)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    284,663 miles
    Test number
    277627732603
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arches starting to corrode

  11. Pass281,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    281,991 miles
    Test number
    552445152487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail281,991 miles (+4,913)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    281,991 miles
    Test number
    338495527000
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass277,078 miles (+5,119)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    277,078 miles
    Test number
    261937171005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass271,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    271,959 miles
    Test number
    264882611053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail271,959 miles (+7,920)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    271,959 miles
    Test number
    282184935543
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass264,039 miles (+11,308)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    264,039 miles
    Test number
    779965239344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Ball joint has slight play steering rack balljoint (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Ball joint has slight play steering rack balljoint (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear footbrake has only just met the requirements

  17. Fail252,731 miles1 repaired6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    252,731 miles
    Test number
    596703585088
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • NoteEngine slightly smoky

  18. Pass252,731 miles (+20,613)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    252,731 miles
    Test number
    666473485047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • NoteEngine slightly smoky

  19. Pass232,118 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    232,118 miles
    Test number
    566419474060
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Fail232,116 miles (+24,056)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,116 miles
    Test number
    195287774451
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass208,060 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    208,060 miles
    Test number
    705115673050
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteQFFSIDE SCREEN NOT IN SWEPT AREA DAMAGED

  22. Fail208,060 miles (+25,418)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,060 miles
    Test number
    976595173095
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteQFFSIDE SCREEN NOT IN SWEPT AREA DAMAGED

  23. Fail182,642 miles1 repaired2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,642 miles
    Test number
    809287272049
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth sides steering rack inner arms slight play
    • NoteEngine undertray fitted
    • NoteExhaust centre box slight blow
    • NoteKeep an eye on N/S/Rear tyre
    • NoteRear registration plate starting to delaminate
    • NoteWear pad light on

  24. Pass182,642 miles (+25,296)2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    182,642 miles
    Test number
    849197072056
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth sides steering rack inner arms slight play
    • NoteEngine undertray fitted
    • NoteExhaust centre box slight blow
    • NoteKeep an eye on N/S/Rear tyre
    • NoteRear registration plate starting to delaminate
    • NoteWear pad light on

  25. Pass157,346 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    157,346 miles
    Test number
    345415071077
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAll four brake discs pitted
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer sidewall scuffed

  26. Fail157,346 miles (+275)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,346 miles
    Test number
    778305871031
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAll four brake discs pitted
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer sidewall scuffed

  27. Pass157,071 miles (+179)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    157,071 miles
    Test number
    934602770000
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear number plate poor condition

  28. Fail156,892 miles (+13,041)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,892 miles
    Test number
    880557650088
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  29. Pass143,851 miles (+13,213)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    143,851 miles
    Test number
    693366089068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail130,638 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,638 miles
    Test number
    131328678414
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  31. Pass130,638 miles (+14,334)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    130,638 miles
    Test number
    833288178097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass116,304 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    116,304 miles
    Test number
    493414177037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Questions about T40 AKF

Does T40 AKF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 AKF is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 AKF?
The MOT on T40 AKF is valid until 6 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 AKF done?
T40 AKF was recorded at 292,367 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 9,009 miles a year.
Has T40 AKF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 AKF has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T40 AKF 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 AKF find?
T40 AKF passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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