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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

T40 LCLMOT history

T40 LCL is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 27 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 302,727 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
302,727 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,205 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 LCL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 LCL was last recorded at 302,727 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 1,225 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Aug 2015: 28,007 miles, lower than 272,999 miles on 2 Jul 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
301,502 miles · 4 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
1,225 miles
Average per year
5,205 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 302,727 miles
  • 2024 – 301,502 miles
  • 2023 – 299,999 miles
  • 2021 – 299,805 miles
  • 2019 – 294,363 miles
  • 2017 – 292,795 miles
  • 2016 – 289,688 miles
  • 2015 – 28,007 miles
  • 2014 – 272,999 miles
  • 2013 – 268,421 miles
  • 2012 – 261,837 miles
  • 2011 – 255,728 miles
  • 2010 – 251,223 miles
  • 2009 – 245,324 miles
  • 2008 – 238,550 miles
  • 2007 – 231,250 miles
  • 2006 – 200,867 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass302,727 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass302,727 miles (+1,225)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    302,727 miles
    Test number
    268656182204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass301,502 miles (+1,503)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    301,502 miles
    Test number
    253135334315
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
    • AdvisoryVehicle is under sealed

  3. Pass299,999 miles (+194)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    299,999 miles
    Test number
    513129971895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass299,805 miles (+5,442)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    299,805 miles
    Test number
    661263507332
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass294,363 miles (+1,568)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    294,363 miles
    Test number
    410179251468
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass292,795 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    292,795 miles
    Test number
    296192770913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail292,790 miles (+3,102)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    292,790 miles
    Test number
    797993742540
    • FailureCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x4 (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded x2 (3.6.B.4e)

  8. Pass289,688 miles (+261,681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    289,688 miles
    Test number
    423178310399
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass28,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    28,007 miles
    Test number
    915528283429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail28,007 miles (-244,992)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,007 miles
    Test number
    362867527596
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass272,999 miles (+4,578)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    272,999 miles
    Test number
    557653184138
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass268,421 miles (+6,584)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    268,421 miles
    Test number
    698437393170
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass261,837 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    261,837 miles
    Test number
    717388192192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail261,837 miles (+6,109)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    261,837 miles
    Test number
    737588592132
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  15. Pass255,728 miles (+4,505)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    255,728 miles
    Test number
    149331581151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass251,223 miles (+5,899)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    251,223 miles
    Test number
    542676480178
    • NoteSlight deterioration to front no, plate
    • NoteSlight play at offside track rod (inner)

  17. Pass245,324 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    245,324 miles
    Test number
    283714389124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail245,283 miles (+6,733)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,283 miles
    Test number
    513493089183
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass238,550 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    238,550 miles
    Test number
    922584748184
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail238,550 miles (+7,300)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,550 miles
    Test number
    913083248178
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass231,250 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    231,250 miles
    Test number
    421647227236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail231,233 miles (+30,366)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,233 miles
    Test number
    520615427264
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass200,867 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    200,867 miles
    Test number
    153190486159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail200,845 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,845 miles
    Test number
    682047776184
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteSlight wear in n/s front anti roll bar drop link bush

Questions about T40 LCL

Does T40 LCL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 LCL is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 LCL?
The MOT on T40 LCL is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 LCL done?
T40 LCL was recorded at 302,727 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 5,205 miles a year.
Has T40 LCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 LCL has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2017.
Has the mileage on T40 LCL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Aug 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T40 LCL find?
T40 LCL passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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