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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

T40 DGAMOT history

T40 DGA is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 3 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 214,071 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
214,071 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,556 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 DGA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
3 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 DGA was last recorded at 214,071 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 4,187 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
209,884 miles · 6 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,187 miles
Average per year
7,556 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 214,071 miles
  • 2025 – 209,884 miles
  • 2024 – 205,241 miles
  • 2023 – 201,223 miles
  • 2022 – 195,879 miles
  • 2021 – 188,997 miles
  • 2020 – 182,393 miles
  • 2019 – 178,785 miles
  • 2018 – 173,661 miles
  • 2017 – 168,644 miles
  • 2016 – 164,455 miles
  • 2015 – 158,067 miles
  • 2014 – 151,505 miles
  • 2013 – 146,515 miles
  • 2012 – 141,725 miles
  • 2011 – 130,429 miles
  • 2010 – 117,909 miles
  • 2009 – 104,877 miles
  • 2008 – 92,440 miles
  • 2007 – 75,873 miles
  • 2006 – 60,061 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,071 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s & n/s inner arches at jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s & n/s outer sill/arch ends, and inner arches (6.1.1 (c) (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 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides o/s & n/s

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Side wall

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,071 miles (+4,187)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    214,071 miles
    Test number
    597635745995
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s & n/s inner arches at jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s & n/s outer sill/arch ends, and inner arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass209,884 miles (+4,643)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    209,884 miles
    Test number
    548407701172
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill ends/inner wheel arches both sides o/s & n/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass205,241 miles (+4,018)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    205,241 miles
    Test number
    310896925849
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides o/s & ns
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass201,223 miles (+76)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    201,223 miles
    Test number
    868854471205
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides o/s & n/s
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail201,147 miles (+5,268)7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,147 miles
    Test number
    892352719600
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Jacking point at suspension arm mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides o/s & n/s
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass195,879 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    195,879 miles
    Test number
    734710662754
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides o/s & n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides o/s & n/s
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail195,879 miles (+6,882)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,879 miles
    Test number
    843068441549
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides o/s & n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides o/s & n/s
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass188,997 miles (+6,604)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    188,997 miles
    Test number
    479601997400
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides o/s & n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides o/s & n/s
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass182,393 miles (+3,608)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    182,393 miles
    Test number
    728169743322
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides o/s & n/s
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both tyres inner side walls o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Pass178,785 miles (+5,124)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    178,785 miles
    Test number
    573345233120
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill/side door runner corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass173,661 miles (+5,017)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    173,661 miles
    Test number
    641368233947
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass168,644 miles (+15)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    168,644 miles
    Test number
    209630499099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play inner joint track rod (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Fail168,629 miles (+4,174)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,629 miles
    Test number
    117490575560
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play inner joint track rod (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass164,455 miles (+6,388)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    164,455 miles
    Test number
    738392234382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play Track rod inner joint (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass158,067 miles (+6,562)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    158,067 miles
    Test number
    975935925291
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass151,505 miles (+4,990)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    151,505 miles
    Test number
    667946114280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass146,515 miles (+17)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    146,515 miles
    Test number
    505080123246
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOuter Front Lower registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAd sensor wires off OSR and NSF, causing light to illuminate, but pads are as new.

  18. Fail146,498 miles (+4,773)2 dangerous1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,498 miles
    Test number
    315318313493
    • DangerousNearside Rear Lower Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Lower Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Battery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Lower registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNSF and OSR pad sensor wires broken, and light illuminated on dash. But all pads are ok for lining material.

  19. Pass141,725 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    141,725 miles
    Test number
    278308622248
    • NoteRear brake discs poor

  20. Fail141,725 miles (+11,296)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,725 miles
    Test number
    339388522296
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteRear brake discs poor

  21. Pass130,429 miles (+139)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    130,429 miles
    Test number
    935434551164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail130,290 miles (+12,381)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,290 miles
    Test number
    438671851137
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

  23. Pass117,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    117,909 miles
    Test number
    372895250124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail117,909 miles (+13,032)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,909 miles
    Test number
    191955950161
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass104,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    104,877 miles
    Test number
    384705259140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail104,877 miles (+12,437)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,877 miles
    Test number
    283624159499
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

  27. Pass92,440 miles (+16,567)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    92,440 miles
    Test number
    452566058120
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on n/s/f wire pulled out

  28. Pass75,873 miles (+15,812)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    75,873 miles
    Test number
    632097757118
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  29. Pass60,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    60,061 miles
    Test number
    163693196084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T40 DGA

Does T40 DGA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 DGA is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 DGA?
The MOT on T40 DGA is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 DGA done?
T40 DGA was recorded at 214,071 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 7,556 miles a year.
Has T40 DGA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 DGA has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T40 DGA 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 DGA find?
T40 DGA passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips in screen; front exhaust mounting defective, and 5 more.

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