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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

T40 LBOMOT history

T40 LBO is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 26 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 1 Nov 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 161,241 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Nov 2027
Mileage
161,241 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,297 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 LBO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 LBO was last recorded at 161,241 miles on 10 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,241 miles · 9 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,297 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,241 miles
  • 2025 – 156,638 miles
  • 2024 – 150,424 miles
  • 2023 – 148,569 miles
  • 2022 – 148,404 miles
  • 2021 – 147,322 miles
  • 2020 – 146,212 miles
  • 2019 – 145,750 miles
  • 2018 – 141,855 miles
  • 2017 – 141,459 miles
  • 2016 – 136,175 miles
  • 2015 – 131,620 miles
  • 2014 – 126,352 miles
  • 2013 – 120,489 miles
  • 2012 – 115,942 miles
  • 2011 – 103,552 miles
  • 2010 – 91,827 miles
  • 2009 – 81,776 miles
  • 2008 – 73,701 miles
  • 2007 – 62,404 miles
  • 2006 – 55,240 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,241 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Suspension Components Corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 44%

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Both front upper suspension arms corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

34 tests since 6 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,241 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    161,241 miles
    Test number
    790879003698
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail161,241 miles (+4,603)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,241 miles
    Test number
    375804536328
    • MajorFuel system component leaking at fuel injectors (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass156,638 miles (+6,214)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    156,638 miles
    Test number
    553023642251
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass150,424 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    150,424 miles
    Test number
    663351803443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail150,361 miles (+1,792)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,361 miles
    Test number
    203651663769
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass148,569 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    148,569 miles
    Test number
    616033476073
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 44% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front upper suspension arms corroded but not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryNearside front and offside rear, brake pad wear indicator wires cut
    • AdvisoryNearside front vehicle chassis excessively corroded in multiple places just out side of the passenger front seat belt prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake disc back plate excessively corroded and deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake disc back plate missing
    • AdvisoryOffside rear cross-member excessively corroded

  7. Fail148,569 miles (+165)3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,569 miles
    Test number
    584508346504
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 44% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front upper suspension arms corroded but not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryNearside front and offside rear, brake pad wear indicator wires cut
    • AdvisoryNearside front vehicle chassis excessively corroded in multiple places just out side of the passenger front seat belt prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake disc back plate excessively corroded and deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake disc back plate missing
    • AdvisoryOffside rear cross-member excessively corroded

  8. Pass148,404 miles (+1,082)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    148,404 miles
    Test number
    827695656592
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  9. Pass147,322 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    147,322 miles
    Test number
    187129656984
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security cill and archs starting to corrode. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security arch and cill starting to corrode (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  10. Fail147,322 miles (+1,110)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,322 miles
    Test number
    362995596943
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security cill and archs starting to corrode. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security arch and cill starting to corrode (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  11. Pass146,212 miles (+462)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    146,212 miles
    Test number
    625148664095
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass145,750 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    145,750 miles
    Test number
    357868040616
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront wiper smearing

  13. Fail145,750 miles (+3,895)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,750 miles
    Test number
    420220617916
    • MajorBrake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront wiper smearing

  14. Pass141,855 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    141,855 miles
    Test number
    715997461063
    • AdvisoryBoth front track rod end dust covers slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront discs cored and pitted

  15. Fail141,842 miles (+383)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,842 miles
    Test number
    808453074119
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front track rod end dust covers slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront discs cored and pitted

  16. Pass141,459 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    141,459 miles
    Test number
    606259383082
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing Both (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust system mount corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension Components Corroded

  17. Fail141,459 miles (+5,284)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,459 miles
    Test number
    316315777068
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/70-15 (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing Both (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust system mount corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySuspension Components Corroded

  18. Pass136,175 miles (+4,555)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    136,175 miles
    Test number
    707067013742
    • AdvisoryFront Bonnet catch sticking
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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 Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  19. Pass131,620 miles (+5,268)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    131,620 miles
    Test number
    517388771346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear arms and front subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside coated in waxoil

  20. Pass126,352 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    126,352 miles
    Test number
    526970684221
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding on slightly
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn low on edge

  21. Fail126,352 miles (+5,863)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,352 miles
    Test number
    277410084234
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding on slightly
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn low on edge

  22. Pass120,489 miles (+85)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    120,489 miles
    Test number
    506188403399
    • NoteFront No.plate not 100%
    • NoteRear exhaust in poor condition.

  23. Fail120,404 miles (+4,462)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,404 miles
    Test number
    719852503374
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront No.plate not 100%
    • NoteRear exhaust in poor condition.

  24. Pass115,942 miles (+12,390)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    115,942 miles
    Test number
    938596102379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass103,552 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    103,552 miles
    Test number
    427217401415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail103,542 miles (+11,715)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,542 miles
    Test number
    479876001332
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  27. Pass91,827 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    91,827 miles
    Test number
    514833000314
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNearside front headlight chipped.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre flat spotting.
    • NoteSlight play in nearside and offside front steering arms.

  28. Fail91,827 miles (+10,051)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,827 miles
    Test number
    200483100381
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNearside front headlight chipped.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre flat spotting.
    • NoteSlight play in nearside and offside front steering arms.

  29. Fail81,776 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,776 miles
    Test number
    380748509383
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  30. Pass81,776 miles (+8,075)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    81,776 miles
    Test number
    930748409312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  31. Pass73,701 miles (+11,297)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    73,701 miles
    Test number
    304976608364
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  32. Pass62,404 miles (+103)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    62,404 miles
    Test number
    773556597260
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  33. Fail62,301 miles (+7,061)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,301 miles
    Test number
    453201897292
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  34. Pass55,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    55,240 miles
    Test number
    134179976230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T40 LBO

Does T40 LBO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 LBO is valid until 1 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 LBO?
The MOT on T40 LBO is valid until 1 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 LBO done?
T40 LBO was recorded at 161,241 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2026, an average of 5,297 miles a year.
Has T40 LBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 LBO has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T40 LBO 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 LBO find?
T40 LBO passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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