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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue and White · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

T40 TMOMOT history

T40 TMO is a blue and white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 294,611 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
294,611 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 TMO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 TMO was last recorded at 294,611 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 6,496 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
288,115 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,496 miles
Average per year
9,754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 294,611 miles
  • 2024 – 288,115 miles
  • 2022 – 281,992 miles
  • 2021 – 278,441 miles
  • 2019 – 271,324 miles
  • 2018 – 249,178 miles
  • 2017 – 239,040 miles
  • 2016 – 228,055 miles
  • 2015 – 222,293 miles
  • 2014 – 206,662 miles
  • 2013 – 191,588 miles
  • 2012 – 187,619 miles
  • 2011 – 175,701 miles
  • 2010 – 163,579 miles
  • 2009 – 147,541 miles
  • 2008 – 140,024 miles
  • 2007 – 134,952 miles
  • 2006 – 100,682 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass294,611 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass294,611 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    294,611 miles
    Test number
    190240119210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail294,611 miles (+6,496)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    294,611 miles
    Test number
    132880892955
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))

  3. Pass288,115 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    288,115 miles
    Test number
    555102498933
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail288,115 miles (+3,895)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    288,115 miles
    Test number
    831323746926
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass284,220 miles (+2,228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    284,220 miles
    Test number
    638858014041
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass281,992 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    281,992 miles
    Test number
    359269797168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper one. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper one (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail281,992 miles (+3,551)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    281,992 miles
    Test number
    146470678122
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper one. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material caliper one (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass278,441 miles (+7,117)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    278,441 miles
    Test number
    306440394320
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective back box (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass271,324 miles (+22,146)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    271,324 miles
    Test number
    401653357404
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Pass249,178 miles (+10,138)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    249,178 miles
    Test number
    857691331825
    • MinorHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (7.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass239,040 miles (+10,985)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    239,040 miles
    Test number
    290298284433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass228,055 miles (+5,762)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    228,055 miles
    Test number
    834996932223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.mm 235/45/18w (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass222,293 miles (+15,631)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    222,293 miles
    Test number
    428479915218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass206,662 miles (+15,074)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    206,662 miles
    Test number
    697619014285
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  15. Pass191,588 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    191,588 miles
    Test number
    598021723157
    • NoteAir filter missing
    • NoteAir mass meater wireing broken
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteSlight blow on exhaust

  16. Fail191,588 miles (+3,969)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,588 miles
    Test number
    248821123427
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteAir filter missing
    • NoteAir mass meater wireing broken
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteSlight blow on exhaust

  17. Pass187,619 miles (+11,918)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    187,619 miles
    Test number
    586302902184
    • NoteCoating of primary handbrake cable is starting to deteriorate.
    • NoteO/S and N/S front brake hoses starting to deteriorate.
    • NoteO/S front wheel rim dented on outer edge.
    • NoteO/s front brake pipe at caliper starting to corrode.

  18. Pass175,701 miles (+12,122)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    175,701 miles
    Test number
    659428891086
    • NoteAir filter very dirty!
    • NoteBrake pad warning wires snapped at O/S rear hub.
    • NoteFront section of handbrake cable starting to deteriorate.
    • NoteNail in O/S rear tyre.
    • NoteO/S and N/S front brake hoses starting to deteriorate.

  19. Pass163,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    163,579 miles
    Test number
    134533580051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail163,579 miles (+16,038)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,579 miles
    Test number
    653473980025
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  21. Pass147,541 miles (+7,517)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    147,541 miles
    Test number
    414103699058
    • NoteO/S rear brake pad warning sensor wires cut.

  22. Pass140,024 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    140,024 miles
    Test number
    110386268043
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  23. Fail140,021 miles (+5,069)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,021 miles
    Test number
    533206868096
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  24. Pass134,952 miles (+34,270)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    134,952 miles
    Test number
    170608457095
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack o/s

  25. Pass100,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    100,682 miles
    Test number
    612842656084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T40 TMO

Does T40 TMO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 TMO is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 TMO?
The MOT on T40 TMO is valid until 8 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 TMO done?
T40 TMO was recorded at 294,611 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 9,754 miles a year.
Has T40 TMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 TMO has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T40 TMO 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 TMO find?
T40 TMO passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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