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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,459 cc

T40 OALMOT history

T40 OAL is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 9 Feb 2001. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 91,215 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
91,215 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,868 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 OAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 OAL was last recorded at 91,215 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 69 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,146 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
69 miles
Average per year
2,868 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,215 miles
  • 2025 – 91,146 miles
  • 2024 – 91,055 miles
  • 2023 – 90,944 miles
  • 2022 – 90,896 miles
  • 2021 – 89,437 miles
  • 2020 – 89,116 miles
  • 2019 – 88,505 miles
  • 2018 – 85,741 miles
  • 2017 – 83,105 miles
  • 2016 – 80,455 miles
  • 2015 – 75,271 miles
  • 2014 – 68,742 miles
  • 2013 – 63,242 miles
  • 2012 – 59,084 miles
  • 2011 – 54,849 miles
  • 2010 – 50,585 miles
  • 2009 – 47,026 miles
  • 2008 – 41,591 miles
  • 2007 – 37,816 miles
  • 2006 – 32,684 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,215 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass91,215 miles (+69)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    91,215 miles
    Test number
    579468475942
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass91,146 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    91,146 miles
    Test number
    718627058950
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Fail91,146 miles (+91)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,146 miles
    Test number
    321349618476
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass91,055 miles (+111)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    91,055 miles
    Test number
    452816604165
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass90,944 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    90,944 miles
    Test number
    123809729915
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail90,944 miles (+48)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,944 miles
    Test number
    206902186886
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass90,896 miles (+1,459)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    90,896 miles
    Test number
    162990269358
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear lower arm mounting area( undersill area) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass89,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    89,437 miles
    Test number
    360578837614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail89,437 miles (+321)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,437 miles
    Test number
    495244248862
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass89,116 miles (+611)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    89,116 miles
    Test number
    816087899811
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass88,505 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    88,505 miles
    Test number
    645995486268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail88,505 miles (+2,764)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,505 miles
    Test number
    956261783007
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  13. Pass85,741 miles (+2,636)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    85,741 miles
    Test number
    777923162466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass83,105 miles (+2,650)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    83,105 miles
    Test number
    878361182905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass80,455 miles (+5,184)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    80,455 miles
    Test number
    460681220968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass75,271 miles (+6,529)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    75,271 miles
    Test number
    779809515188
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass68,742 miles (+6)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    68,742 miles
    Test number
    949969114192
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass68,736 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    68,736 miles
    Test number
    166156684070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail68,736 miles (+5,494)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,736 miles
    Test number
    185655184016
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass63,242 miles (+4,158)5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    63,242 miles
    Test number
    889326183022
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdv centre ex corroded

  21. Pass59,084 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    59,084 miles
    Test number
    176573582020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  22. Fail59,078 miles (+4,229)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,078 miles
    Test number
    156793982019
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  23. Pass54,849 miles (+4,264)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    54,849 miles
    Test number
    209561171006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass50,585 miles (+3,559)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    50,585 miles
    Test number
    261678380067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass47,026 miles (+5,435)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    47,026 miles
    Test number
    920909089017
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Pass41,591 miles (+3,775)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    41,591 miles
    Test number
    534310278034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass37,816 miles (+5,132)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    37,816 miles
    Test number
    764598467062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass32,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    32,684 miles
    Test number
    953286766095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T40 OAL

Does T40 OAL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 OAL is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 OAL?
The MOT on T40 OAL is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 OAL done?
T40 OAL was recorded at 91,215 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 2,868 miles a year.
Has T40 OAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 OAL has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T40 OAL 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 OAL find?
T40 OAL passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear upper suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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