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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T40 SNTMOT history

T40 SNT is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 215,170 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Dec 2026
Mileage
215,170 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,975 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 SNT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 SNT was last recorded at 215,170 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
215,168 miles · 8 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
7,975 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 215,170 miles
  • 2024 – 213,498 miles
  • 2023 – 209,818 miles
  • 2022 – 205,325 miles
  • 2021 – 198,377 miles
  • 2020 – 189,597 miles
  • 2019 – 180,181 miles
  • 2018 – 117,499 miles
  • 2017 – 169,718 miles
  • 2016 – 164,236 miles
  • 2015 – 155,597 miles
  • 2014 – 150,605 miles
  • 2013 – 144,547 miles
  • 2012 – 130,813 miles
  • 2011 – 114,020 miles
  • 2010 – 92,408 miles
  • 2009 – 89,875 miles
  • 2008 – 88,222 miles
  • 2007 – 81,365 miles
  • 2006 – 73,637 miles
  • 2005 – 52,108 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass215,170 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear of N/S/R and O/S/R Sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion to metal brake lines.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low inner edge.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front play in wheel.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 30 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass215,170 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    215,170 miles
    Test number
    375106649065
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear of N/S/R and O/S/R Sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail215,168 miles (+1,670)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,168 miles
    Test number
    289408551338
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested Both (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear of N/S/R and O/S/R Sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass213,498 miles (+3,680)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    213,498 miles
    Test number
    828944604106
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside & Offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside & Offside (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass209,818 miles (+5)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    209,818 miles
    Test number
    564308958666
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion to metal brake lines. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front play in wheel.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear unable to inspect seat belts.

  5. Fail209,813 miles (+4,488)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,813 miles
    Test number
    492812438311
    • MajorFuel hose leaking injector leak off pipes leaking. (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion to metal brake lines. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front play in wheel.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear unable to inspect seat belts.

  6. Pass205,325 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    205,325 miles
    Test number
    370433491976
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad sensor wire disconnected and insulated with tape
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail205,324 miles (+6,947)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,324 miles
    Test number
    782328538886
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad sensor wire disconnected and insulated with tape
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass198,377 miles (+8,780)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    198,377 miles
    Test number
    884363749291
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear sensors broken
    • AdvisoryToe bar corroded

  9. Pass189,597 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    189,597 miles
    Test number
    602961396156
    • AdvisoryFront & rear brake pad sensor wire broken

  10. Fail189,596 miles (+9,415)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,596 miles
    Test number
    947218392467
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inside of tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorPosition lamp not working both fronts (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront & rear brake pad sensor wire broken

  11. Pass180,181 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    180,181 miles
    Test number
    212097693025
    • AdvisoryFront suspension on bump stops

  12. Fail180,180 miles (+62,681)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,180 miles
    Test number
    870053290343
    • DangerousFront suspension on bump stops
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper stay detatched
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs spring bound (coils touching)

  13. Pass117,499 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    117,499 miles
    Test number
    257993484038
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail175,499 miles (+5,781)1 dangerous2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,499 miles
    Test number
    667154024191
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass169,718 miles (+5,482)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    169,718 miles
    Test number
    145907283148
    • AdvisoryFront both side front windows tinted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass164,236 miles (+5)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    164,236 miles
    Test number
    644316893257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has side wall damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Rear reflector faded in colour both reflectors tinted black (1.5.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front side windows tinted

  17. Fail164,231 miles (+8,634)10 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,231 miles
    Test number
    911724298290
    • FailureFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases adjacent to silencer (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has side wall damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear reflector faded in colour both reflectors tinted black (1.5.1d)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryBoth front side windows tinted

  18. Pass155,597 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    155,597 miles
    Test number
    361406913201
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front window tinted but not obscuring drivers view
    • AdvisoryOffside front window tinted but not obscuring drivers view

  19. Fail155,587 miles (+4,982)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,587 miles
    Test number
    220096802966
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened and rear section (3.5.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage sharp spikes protruding from door mirror (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated splitting (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view window tinted (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage sharp spikes protruding from mirror (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated splitting (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view window tinted (8.1.2a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)

  20. Pass150,605 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    150,605 miles
    Test number
    375909004375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail150,597 miles (+6,050)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,597 miles
    Test number
    679083204353
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass144,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    144,547 miles
    Test number
    376169253457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail144,547 miles (+13,734)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,547 miles
    Test number
    995569053270
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  24. Pass130,813 miles (+16,793)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    130,813 miles
    Test number
    455839082231
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  25. Fail114,020 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,020 miles
    Test number
    127727911203
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass114,020 miles (+21,612)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    114,020 miles
    Test number
    738377711215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail92,408 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,408 miles
    Test number
    310269040269
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  28. Pass92,408 miles (+2,533)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    92,408 miles
    Test number
    453649540271
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  29. Pass89,875 miles (+1,653)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    89,875 miles
    Test number
    552307489195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass88,222 miles (+6,857)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    88,222 miles
    Test number
    424759788196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass81,365 miles (+7,728)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    81,365 miles
    Test number
    634130497155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass73,637 miles (+21,529)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    73,637 miles
    Test number
    121724696163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass52,108 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    52,108 miles
    Test number
    261611985467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T40 SNT

Does T40 SNT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 SNT is valid until 9 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T40 SNT?
The MOT on T40 SNT is valid until 9 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 SNT done?
T40 SNT was recorded at 215,170 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 7,975 miles a year.
Has T40 SNT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 SNT has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T40 SNT 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 SNT find?
T40 SNT passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear of n/s/r and o/s/r sills.

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