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Volkswagen Transporter

Purple · Diesel · 2002 · 2,461 cc

T40 LFRMOT history

T40 LFR is a purple diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 5 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 288,499 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jun 2027
Mileage
288,499 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,846 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 LFR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
5 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 LFR was last recorded at 288,499 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 1,760 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
286,739 miles · 20 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,760 miles
Average per year
8,846 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 288,499 miles
  • 2025 – 286,739 miles
  • 2024 – 279,906 miles
  • 2023 – 271,987 miles
  • 2022 – 264,756 miles
  • 2019 – 264,454 miles
  • 2018 – 257,530 miles
  • 2017 – 250,961 miles
  • 2016 – 243,961 miles
  • 2015 – 238,726 miles
  • 2014 – 226,959 miles
  • 2013 – 215,970 miles
  • 2012 – 205,304 miles
  • 2011 – 194,001 miles
  • 2010 – 180,587 miles
  • 2009 – 165,661 miles
  • 2008 – 149,796 miles
  • 2007 – 135,633 miles
  • 2006 – 109,234 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass288,499 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral General underbody corrosion.
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (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.

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass288,499 miles (+1,760)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    288,499 miles
    Test number
    928611434354
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral General underbody corrosion.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass286,739 miles (+6,833)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    286,739 miles
    Test number
    911248132760
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral General underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass279,906 miles (+7,919)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    279,906 miles
    Test number
    390103853161
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass271,987 miles (+7,231)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    271,987 miles
    Test number
    658443643957
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Pass264,756 miles (+302)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    264,756 miles
    Test number
    708928699378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass264,454 miles (+6,924)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    264,454 miles
    Test number
    873258688995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass257,530 miles (+6,569)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    257,530 miles
    Test number
    616092862822
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  8. Pass250,961 miles (+7,000)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    250,961 miles
    Test number
    242476294358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass243,961 miles (+5,235)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    243,961 miles
    Test number
    835262987442
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  10. Pass238,726 miles (+11,767)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    238,726 miles
    Test number
    296164990136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass226,959 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    226,959 miles
    Test number
    789040934204
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Fail226,959 miles (+10,989)21 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,959 miles
    Test number
    646093824242
    • FailureBody has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCoolant low and coolant light indicating fault

  13. Pass215,970 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    215,970 miles
    Test number
    556387383268
    • NoteRadiator leaking

  14. Fail215,968 miles (+10,664)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,968 miles
    Test number
    778560583294
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRadiator leaking

  15. Pass205,304 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    205,304 miles
    Test number
    447094322272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail205,304 miles (+11,303)12 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,304 miles
    Test number
    249056612294
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureBrake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass194,001 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    194,001 miles
    Test number
    169049001161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail194,001 miles (+13,414)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,001 miles
    Test number
    585614801149
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass180,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    180,587 miles
    Test number
    303086650027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail180,587 miles (+14,926)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,587 miles
    Test number
    770436650013
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  21. Pass165,661 miles (+15,865)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    165,661 miles
    Test number
    543071569088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass149,796 miles (+14,163)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    149,796 miles
    Test number
    133396758490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass135,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    135,633 miles
    Test number
    541315767043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail135,633 miles (+26,399)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,633 miles
    Test number
    934805967050
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass109,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    109,234 miles
    Test number
    704446066090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T40 LFR

Does T40 LFR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 LFR is valid until 19 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 LFR?
The MOT on T40 LFR is valid until 19 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 LFR done?
T40 LFR was recorded at 288,499 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 8,846 miles a year.
Has T40 LFR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 LFR has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2014.
Has the mileage on T40 LFR 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 LFR find?
T40 LFR passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with 6 advisories: central front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; central general underbody corrosion.; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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