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Volkswagen Transporter

White and Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,459 cc

T40 ELOMOT history

T40 ELO is a white and blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 6 Jan 2000. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 222,385 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
222,385 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,882 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 ELO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White and Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
6 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 ELO was last recorded at 222,385 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 3,345 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
219,040 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,345 miles
Average per year
6,882 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 222,385 miles
  • 2024 – 219,040 miles
  • 2023 – 213,486 miles
  • 2022 – 208,919 miles
  • 2021 – 204,092 miles
  • 2020 – 198,858 miles
  • 2019 – 191,961 miles
  • 2018 – 181,545 miles
  • 2014 – 181,545 miles
  • 2013 – 178,903 miles
  • 2012 – 168,779 miles
  • 2011 – 159,828 miles
  • 2010 – 147,456 miles
  • 2009 – 132,553 miles
  • 2008 – 119,042 miles
  • 2007 – 106,314 miles
  • 2006 – 92,854 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass222,385 miles
  • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass222,385 miles (+3,345)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    222,385 miles
    Test number
    883422803921
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass219,040 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    219,040 miles
    Test number
    886890538322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail219,037 miles (+5,551)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,037 miles
    Test number
    365841092255
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass213,486 miles (+7)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    213,486 miles
    Test number
    240179915723
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 from l.s.v to flexi's (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail213,479 miles (+4,560)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,479 miles
    Test number
    520375586942
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 from l.s.v to flexi's (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass208,919 miles (+4,827)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    208,919 miles
    Test number
    429975029726
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass204,092 miles (+5,234)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    204,092 miles
    Test number
    736793791279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass198,858 miles (+6,897)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    198,858 miles
    Test number
    954653573160
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills becoming corroded

  9. Pass191,961 miles (+10,416)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    191,961 miles
    Test number
    487101802423
    • Advisory1/ o/s sill backing becoming corroded
    • Advisory2/ pin hole in both front outer drive shaft gaites
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

  10. Pass181,545 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    181,545 miles
    Test number
    838510354351
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer damaged

  11. Fail181,545 miles4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,545 miles
    Test number
    936951123256
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer damaged

  12. Fail181,545 miles2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,545 miles
    Test number
    127961004352
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass181,545 miles (+2,642)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    181,545 miles
    Test number
    749691104386
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass178,903 miles (+225)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    178,903 miles
    Test number
    929548013355
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth door mirror glasses broken

  15. Fail178,678 miles (+9,899)17 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,678 miles
    Test number
    957751003346
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth door mirror glasses broken

  16. Pass168,779 miles (+3)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    168,779 miles
    Test number
    349974902348
    • NoteN/S FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARMS REAR BUSHES DETERIORATED
    • NoteO/S MIRROR GLASS DAMAGED.
    • NoteO/S REAR AND FRONT FLEXI HOSES DETERIORATED.VARIOUS BRAKE PIPES SURFACE CORROSION.
    • NoteVERY SLIGHT M/MENT O/S TRACKROD BALLJOINT SLIGHT M/MENT O/S FRONT WHEEL.

  17. Fail168,776 miles (+8,948)3 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,776 miles
    Test number
    685401102326
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/S FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARMS REAR BUSHES DETERIORATED
    • NoteO/S MIRROR GLASS DAMAGED.
    • NoteO/S REAR AND FRONT FLEXI HOSES DETERIORATED.VARIOUS BRAKE PIPES SURFACE CORROSION.
    • NoteVERY SLIGHT M/MENT O/S TRACKROD BALLJOINT SLIGHT M/MENT O/S FRONT WHEEL.

  18. Pass159,828 miles (+12,372)8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    159,828 miles
    Test number
    779887981295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAll brake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteBoth rear discs are pitted

  19. Pass147,456 miles (+14,903)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    147,456 miles
    Test number
    350469390410
    • NoteFRONT FLEXI HOSES DETERIORATED. REAR COILS CORRODED. PARK CABLES CORRODED.
    • NoteN/S AND O/S MIRROR GLASS DAMAGED. REAR WIPER SPLIT. OIL LEVEL LOW.
    • NoteSLIGHT DAMPNESS C/V GAITERS. N/S INNER REAR WHEEL ARCH CORRODED/HOLED.

  20. Pass132,553 miles (+12)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    132,553 miles
    Test number
    642689299221
    • NoteFRONT CALIPER AND REAR BRAKE PIPES CORRODED
    • NoteFRONT LOWER W/BONE (REAR OF) BUSHES DETERIORATED. N/S AND O/S PARK CABLE DETERIORATED. O/S REAR COIL CORRODED.
    • NoteO/s mrror glass damaged. front and rea brake pads indicator wires vbroken.

  21. Fail132,541 miles (+13,499)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,541 miles
    Test number
    114416799255
    • FailureCentre Front Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteFRONT CALIPER AND REAR BRAKE PIPES CORRODED
    • NoteFRONT LOWER W/BONE (REAR OF) BUSHES DETERIORATED. N/S AND O/S PARK CABLE DETERIORATED. O/S REAR COIL CORRODED.
    • NoteO/s mrror glass damaged. front and rea brake pads indicator wires vbroken.

  22. Pass119,042 miles (+9)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    119,042 miles
    Test number
    804491598255
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFRONT PARK CABLE CORRODED. SIGNS OF SLIGHT CONTANIMATION O/S C/V GAITER
    • NoteO/S EXTERIOR MIRROR DAMAGED. FRONT AND REAR BRAKE PAD IN DICATOR WIRES BROKEN.

  23. Fail119,033 miles (+12,719)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,033 miles
    Test number
    353210798233
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFRONT PARK CABLE CORRODED. SIGNS OF SLIGHT CONTANIMATION O/S C/V GAITER
    • NoteO/S EXTERIOR MIRROR DAMAGED. FRONT AND REAR BRAKE PAD IN DICATOR WIRES BROKEN.

  24. Pass106,314 miles (+13,460)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    106,314 miles
    Test number
    120529487277
    • NoteCrack in o/s/f mirror

  25. Pass92,854 miles (+7,527)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    92,854 miles
    Test number
    131681196253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass85,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    85,327 miles
    Test number
    650243706056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail85,237 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,237 miles
    Test number
    130793306439
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T40 ELO

Does T40 ELO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 ELO is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T40 ELO?
The MOT on T40 ELO is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 ELO done?
T40 ELO was recorded at 222,385 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 6,882 miles a year.
Has T40 ELO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 ELO has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T40 ELO 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 ELO find?
T40 ELO passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: power steering fluid level below minimum; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s); oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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