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Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T40 GGHMOT history

T40 GGH is a yellow diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 28 MOT tests, with 237,289 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
237,289 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
15 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,207 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 GGH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 GGH was last recorded at 237,289 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 409 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
236,880 miles · 22 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
409 miles
Average per year
5,207 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 237,289 miles
  • 2024 – 236,880 miles
  • 2023 – 236,778 miles
  • 2022 – 232,733 miles
  • 2021 – 222,730 miles
  • 2020 – 221,010 miles
  • 2016 – 212,118 miles
  • 2015 – 204,201 miles
  • 2014 – 196,262 miles
  • 2013 – 187,806 miles
  • 2011 – 185,600 miles
  • 2010 – 175,393 miles
  • 2009 – 164,082 miles
  • 2008 – 153,895 miles
  • 2007 – 144,514 miles
  • 2006 – 133,444 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass237,289 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Inner body sill corroded

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous5 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2008–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass237,289 miles (+409)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    237,289 miles
    Test number
    554652133501
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner body sill corroded
  2. Pass236,880 miles (+48)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    236,880 miles
    Test number
    224132455473
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongey
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPoor braking effort from rear
  3. Fail236,832 miles (+31)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,832 miles
    Test number
    646320665129
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame damaged and seriously weakened Lower suspension arm mounting hole damaged (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongey
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPoor braking effort from rear
  4. Fail236,801 miles (+23)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,801 miles
    Test number
    421908557191
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower arm, front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light flashing on dash
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  5. Fail236,778 miles (+4,045)1 dangerous11 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,778 miles
    Test number
    108255667408
    • DangerousNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.70, reading 0.86 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D-Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Outer (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Outer (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Outer (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass232,733 miles (+10,003)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    232,733 miles
    Test number
    963020311711
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass222,730 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    222,730 miles
    Test number
    354241734139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail222,706 miles (+1,696)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,706 miles
    Test number
    567385786760
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass221,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    221,010 miles
    Test number
    888422340221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail221,010 miles (+8,892)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,010 miles
    Test number
    662660423870
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  11. Pass212,118 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    212,118 miles
    Test number
    835992256975
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  12. Fail212,118 miles (+7,917)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,118 miles
    Test number
    145875765730
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  13. Fail204,201 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,201 miles
    Test number
    199832745161
    • Repaired at testOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • NoteCoolant leak
  14. Pass204,201 miles (+7,939)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    204,201 miles
    Test number
    696982045137
    • NoteCoolant leak
  15. Pass196,262 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    196,262 miles
    Test number
    485329034161
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  16. Fail196,262 miles (+8,456)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,262 miles
    Test number
    316559534146
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  17. Pass187,806 miles (+8)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    187,806 miles
    Test number
    649533443171
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  18. Fail187,798 miles (+2,198)2 dangerous12 failures2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,798 miles
    Test number
    248354033129
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  19. Pass185,600 miles (+10,207)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    185,600 miles
    Test number
    366279401150
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCoolant leak
  20. Pass175,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    175,393 miles
    Test number
    111789700183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail175,389 miles (+11,307)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,389 miles
    Test number
    254399600484
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  22. Pass164,082 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    164,082 miles
    Test number
    651077109109
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  23. Fail164,081 miles (+10,186)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,081 miles
    Test number
    714126109153
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  24. Pass153,895 miles (+61)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    153,895 miles
    Test number
    673317008199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail153,834 miles (+9,320)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,834 miles
    Test number
    464395208144
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  26. Pass144,514 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    144,514 miles
    Test number
    614468507160
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
  27. FailMileage not read6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    192172807148
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
  28. Pass133,444 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    133,444 miles
    Test number
    222151816453
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • NoteRear coil springs are not a matched pair

Questions about T40 GGH

Does T40 GGH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 GGH is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 GGH?
The MOT on T40 GGH is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 GGH done?
T40 GGH was recorded at 237,289 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 5,207 miles a year.
Has T40 GGH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 GGH has failed 13 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T40 GGH 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 GGH find?
T40 GGH passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front lower suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside inner body sill corroded.

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