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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T40 PUBMOT history

T40 PUB is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 249,243 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
249,243 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,177 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 PUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 PUB was last recorded at 249,243 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
249,220 miles · 27 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
3,177 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 249,243 miles
  • 2022 – 248,772 miles
  • 2021 – 246,951 miles
  • 2020 – 245,079 miles
  • 2019 – 242,824 miles
  • 2018 – 239,720 miles
  • 2017 – 233,949 miles
  • 2016 – 225,775 miles
  • 2015 – 218,790 miles
  • 2014 – 218,313 miles
  • 2013 – 207,406 miles
  • 2012 – 201,830 miles
  • 2007 – 200,530 miles
  • 2005 – 184,791 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass249,243 miles
  • 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 Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass249,243 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    249,243 miles
    Test number
    670409949435
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail249,220 miles (+448)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,220 miles
    Test number
    944703970274
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass248,772 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    248,772 miles
    Test number
    979340268576
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted obscuring some parts

  4. Fail248,772 miles (+1,821)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,772 miles
    Test number
    926275038938
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted obscuring some parts

  5. Pass246,951 miles (+1,872)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    246,951 miles
    Test number
    374213059224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass245,079 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    245,079 miles
    Test number
    396631300658
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged Nsf ,Osf and Osr (5.2.3 (j))

  7. Fail245,079 miles (+2,255)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,079 miles
    Test number
    103538931245
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged Nsf ,Osf and Osr (5.2.3 (j))

  8. Pass242,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    242,824 miles
    Test number
    522505734038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail242,824 miles (+3,104)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,824 miles
    Test number
    174244412753
    • DangerousNearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass239,720 miles (+5,771)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    239,720 miles
    Test number
    235275075846
    • AdvisoryFront steering rack bushes
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass233,949 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    233,949 miles
    Test number
    413811982887
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Fail233,949 miles (+8,174)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,949 miles
    Test number
    434090410647
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass225,775 miles (+6,985)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    225,775 miles
    Test number
    391235292664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass218,790 miles (+11)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    218,790 miles
    Test number
    289329605217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Fail218,779 miles (+466)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,779 miles
    Test number
    258168705266
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass218,313 miles (+10,907)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    218,313 miles
    Test number
    626326404216
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass207,406 miles (+5,576)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    207,406 miles
    Test number
    948257493162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass201,830 miles (+1,300)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    201,830 miles
    Test number
    868214662128
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll four brake discs slightly corroded
    • NoteBattery insecure

  19. Pass200,530 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    200,530 miles
    Test number
    130366817065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail200,530 miles (+15,739)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,530 miles
    Test number
    621466917088
    • Repaired at testNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

  21. Pass184,791 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    184,791 miles
    Test number
    392484195238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail184,791 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,791 miles
    Test number
    524791095282
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Questions about T40 PUB

Does T40 PUB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 PUB is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 PUB?
The MOT on T40 PUB is valid until 29 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 PUB done?
T40 PUB was recorded at 249,243 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 3,177 miles a year.
Has T40 PUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 PUB has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T40 PUB 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 PUB find?
T40 PUB passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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