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Volkswagen Transporter

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 2,461 cc

T40 VDWMOT history

T40 VDW is a black diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 15 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 231,623 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jun 2027
Mileage
231,623 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,797 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 VDW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
15 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 VDW was last recorded at 231,623 miles on 3 Jun 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
231,616 miles · 29 May 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
6,797 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 231,623 miles
  • 2025 – 228,565 miles
  • 2024 – 227,781 miles
  • 2023 – 223,391 miles
  • 2022 – 218,794 miles
  • 2021 – 213,439 miles
  • 2019 – 207,232 miles
  • 2018 – 197,533 miles
  • 2015 – 196,740 miles
  • 2013 – 193,319 miles
  • 2012 – 182,257 miles
  • 2011 – 169,086 miles
  • 2010 – 140,795 miles
  • 2009 – 124,144 miles
  • 2008 – 112,086 miles
  • 2006 – 98,471 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass231,623 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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.

  • Handbrake cable fraying

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear brake discs pitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 31 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass231,623 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    231,623 miles
    Test number
    504852710846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail231,616 miles (+3,051)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,616 miles
    Test number
    217301016588
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass228,565 miles (+784)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2026
    Odometer
    228,565 miles
    Test number
    763172874173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass227,781 miles (+4,390)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    227,781 miles
    Test number
    408095119807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass223,391 miles (+4,597)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    223,391 miles
    Test number
    904373162236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass218,794 miles (+5,355)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    218,794 miles
    Test number
    635674163102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass213,439 miles (+6,207)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    213,439 miles
    Test number
    838309520655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass207,232 miles (+9,699)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    207,232 miles
    Test number
    595292979625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass197,533 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    197,533 miles
    Test number
    836639211650
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cable fraying
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs pitted

  10. Fail197,528 miles (+57)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,528 miles
    Test number
    213828865281
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cable fraying
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs pitted

  11. Fail197,471 miles (+731)16 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,471 miles
    Test number
    886029788983
    • FailureCentral Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened handbrake (3.5.1b)
    • FailureCentral Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp insecure (1.2.1a)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing rear (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt missing rear (5.1.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  12. Pass196,740 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    196,740 miles
    Test number
    546065418999
    • AdvisoryDoor hard to open from outside
    • AdvisoryInner steering joints have slight play

  13. Fail196,740 miles (+3,421)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,740 miles
    Test number
    731439196889
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryDoor hard to open from outside
    • AdvisoryInner steering joints have slight play

  14. Pass193,319 miles (+11,062)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    193,319 miles
    Test number
    349743773274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass182,257 miles (+13,171)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    182,257 miles
    Test number
    899134162261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/f inner trackrod ends have medium play

  16. Pass169,086 miles (+28,291)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    169,086 miles
    Test number
    538209741201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass140,795 miles (+16,651)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    140,795 miles
    Test number
    942364070140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass124,144 miles (+12,058)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    124,144 miles
    Test number
    733110649091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass112,086 miles (+13,615)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    112,086 miles
    Test number
    741758808095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass98,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    98,471 miles
    Test number
    234424306361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T40 VDW

Does T40 VDW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 VDW is valid until 2 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 VDW?
The MOT on T40 VDW is valid until 2 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 VDW done?
T40 VDW was recorded at 231,623 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2026, an average of 6,797 miles a year.
Has T40 VDW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 VDW has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T40 VDW 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 VDW find?
T40 VDW passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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