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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

T40 RVWMOT history

T40 RVW is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 3 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 May 2024 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 78,912 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 16 May 2024
Mileage
78,912 mi
At MOT on 4 May 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 RVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 May 2024
Latest MOT test
4 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 RVW was last recorded at 78,912 miles on 4 May 2023, 3,080 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Nov 2009: 10,326 miles, lower than 109,032 miles on 29 Nov 2008.

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
75,832 miles · 16 May 2022
Between the last two tests
3,080 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 78,912 miles
  • 2022 – 75,832 miles
  • 2021 – 74,653 miles
  • 2019 – 67,171 miles
  • 2018 – 64,928 miles
  • 2017 – 63,219 miles
  • 2016 – 61,582 miles
  • 2015 – 59,873 miles
  • 2014 – 59,041 miles
  • 2013 – 54,049 miles
  • 2012 – 48,336 miles
  • 2011 – 36,482 miles
  • 2009 – 10,599 miles
  • 2008 – 109,032 miles
  • 2007 – 96,330 miles
  • 2006 – 83,945 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,912 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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 20 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,912 miles (+3,080)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    78,912 miles
    Test number
    709406158572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass75,832 miles (+1,179)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    75,832 miles
    Test number
    541230103542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass74,653 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2022
    Odometer
    74,653 miles
    Test number
    197535410759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail74,632 miles (+7,461)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,632 miles
    Test number
    413499972901
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock top bolts loose
    • AdvisoryNs door step holed by corrosion not within 30cm
    • AdvisoryNs front passenger seat loose

  5. Pass67,171 miles (+2,243)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    67,171 miles
    Test number
    835074330313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass64,928 miles (+1,709)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    64,928 miles
    Test number
    791591131645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass63,219 miles (+1,637)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    63,219 miles
    Test number
    319753530655
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush SMALL FRONT BUSH (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  8. Pass61,582 miles (+1,709)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    61,582 miles
    Test number
    920786267438
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCOOLANT LEAK
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit INSIDE EDGE (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit INSIDE EDGE (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPLAY IN INNER STEERING RACK JOINTS
    • AdvisoryRear BRAKES WEAK
    • AdvisorySMOKING

  9. Pass59,873 miles (+832)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    59,873 miles
    Test number
    317897585005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass59,041 miles (+4,992)8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    59,041 miles
    Test number
    126903764064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteDrivers Window Tinted
    • NoteNon Standard registration Plates In Van
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass54,049 miles (+10)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    54,049 miles
    Test number
    987348083086
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteLowered suspension

  12. Fail54,039 miles (+5,703)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,039 miles
    Test number
    188127083475
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteLowered suspension

  13. Pass48,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    48,336 miles
    Test number
    836611432077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail48,336 miles (+11,854)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,336 miles
    Test number
    268411132068
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass36,482 miles5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    36,482 miles
    Test number
    846765301008
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteIntermitant white/blue smoke at idle
    • NoteNearside rear tyre 3mm devoid of tread on inner edge and perished tread and side walls
    • NoteOil level above max
    • NoteSlight knocking noise from engine

  16. Fail36,482 miles (+25,883)3 failures5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,482 miles
    Test number
    989995101054
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteIntermitant white/blue smoke at idle
    • NoteNearside rear tyre 3mm devoid of tread on inner edge and perished tread and side walls
    • NoteOil level above max
    • NoteSlight knocking noise from engine

  17. Pass10,599 miles (+273)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    10,599 miles
    Test number
    822586339312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail10,326 miles (-98,706)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,326 miles
    Test number
    282142439353
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  19. Pass109,032 miles (+12,702)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    109,032 miles
    Test number
    654134538359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass96,330 miles (+12,385)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    96,330 miles
    Test number
    874858917359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass83,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    83,945 miles
    Test number
    402754426312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail83,945 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,945 miles
    Test number
    493864726476
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about T40 RVW

Does T40 RVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T40 RVW expired on 16 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T40 RVW?
The MOT on T40 RVW expired on 16 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T40 RVW done?
T40 RVW was recorded at 78,912 miles at its MOT on 4 May 2023.
Has T40 RVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 RVW has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on T40 RVW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Nov 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T40 RVW find?
T40 RVW passed its latest MOT on 4 May 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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