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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T40 VDBMOT history

T40 VDB is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 14 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 193,188 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jul 2027
Mileage
193,188 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,937 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 VDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 VDB was last recorded at 193,188 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,181 miles · 17 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
2,937 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 193,188 miles
  • 2025 – 189,378 miles
  • 2024 – 188,594 miles
  • 2023 – 188,594 miles
  • 2022 – 185,790 miles
  • 2021 – 175,711 miles
  • 2020 – 174,383 miles
  • 2019 – 174,112 miles
  • 2018 – 173,386 miles
  • 2017 – 168,630 miles
  • 2016 – 165,754 miles
  • 2015 – 164,579 miles
  • 2014 – 162,398 miles
  • 2013 – 161,458 miles
  • 2012 – 160,256 miles
  • 2011 – 158,625 miles
  • 2010 – 155,902 miles
  • 2008 – 150,278 miles
  • 2007 – 141,350 miles
  • 2006 – 135,020 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,188 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass193,188 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    193,188 miles
    Test number
    738836838525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail193,181 miles (+3,803)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,181 miles
    Test number
    286680342135
    • DangerousCentral Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass189,378 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    189,378 miles
    Test number
    733988993757
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail189,378 miles (+784)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,378 miles
    Test number
    144393677121
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced N/S INNER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass188,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    188,594 miles
    Test number
    805361429383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail188,594 miles (+2,804)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,594 miles
    Test number
    847970320291
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect INSECURE (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect INSECURE (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryO/S FRONT UNDER SILL PANEL CORRODED BUT NOT STRUCTUAL

  7. Pass185,790 miles (+10,079)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    185,790 miles
    Test number
    899934301185
    • MinorNearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CRACK (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive SILL CORROSION (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 23% LIMIT 25% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass175,711 miles (+1,328)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    175,711 miles
    Test number
    939304933380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass174,383 miles (+271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    174,383 miles
    Test number
    271126054244
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear x 2 (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass174,112 miles (+726)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    174,112 miles
    Test number
    974054769214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass173,386 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    173,386 miles
    Test number
    895569978721
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn edges

  12. Fail173,386 miles (+4,756)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,386 miles
    Test number
    227971203100
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn edges

  13. Pass168,630 miles (+2,876)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    168,630 miles
    Test number
    433318013552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass165,754 miles (+1,175)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    165,754 miles
    Test number
    703415823405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering rack end slight play

  15. Pass164,579 miles (+3)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    164,579 miles
    Test number
    796373215119
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail164,576 miles (+2,178)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,576 miles
    Test number
    949462415176
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass162,398 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    162,398 miles
    Test number
    848443914193
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs, big lip.
    • NoteFront tyres wearing inner edges.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn, at wear bars.
    • NoteOffside rear brake, slight binding.

  18. Fail162,398 miles (+940)2 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,398 miles
    Test number
    948903314175
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs, big lip.
    • NoteFront tyres wearing inner edges.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn, at wear bars.
    • NoteOffside rear brake, slight binding.

  19. Pass161,458 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    161,458 miles
    Test number
    177112023129
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSteering rack offside joint, slight play.

  20. Fail161,458 miles (+1,202)1 failure6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,458 miles
    Test number
    208340323115
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSteering rack offside joint, slight play.

  21. Pass160,256 miles (+144)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    160,256 miles
    Test number
    507832042155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSpare tyre bald.

  22. Fail160,112 miles (+1,487)2 failures6 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,112 miles
    Test number
    267984102135
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCoolant leak.
    • NoteFront brake discs worn, big lip.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre, nail in tread, punctured.
    • NoteSpare tyre bald.
    • NoteSteering rack, slight knock offside.

  23. Pass158,625 miles (+2,723)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    158,625 miles
    Test number
    706074521196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteFront brake discs worn, lipped.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre, nail in tread, punctured.

  24. Pass155,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    155,902 miles
    Test number
    713310940127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail155,901 miles (+5,623)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,901 miles
    Test number
    890970540101
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  26. Fail150,278 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,278 miles
    Test number
    662050388259
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  27. Pass150,278 miles (+8,928)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    150,278 miles
    Test number
    891450888270
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  28. Pass141,350 miles (+6,330)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    141,350 miles
    Test number
    583356277297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s mirror cracked

  29. Pass135,020 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    135,020 miles
    Test number
    793911976239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T40 VDB

Does T40 VDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 VDB is valid until 19 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 VDB?
The MOT on T40 VDB is valid until 19 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 VDB done?
T40 VDB was recorded at 193,188 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 2,937 miles a year.
Has T40 VDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 VDB has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T40 VDB 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 VDB find?
T40 VDB passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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