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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

T40 VVVMOT history

T40 VVV is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 192,035 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 May 2027
Mileage
192,035 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,679 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 VVV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 VVV was last recorded at 192,035 miles on 12 May 2026, 431 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,604 miles · 24 May 2025
Between the last two tests
431 miles
Average per year
7,679 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 192,035 miles
  • 2025 – 191,604 miles
  • 2024 – 187,053 miles
  • 2023 – 182,632 miles
  • 2022 – 180,661 miles
  • 2021 – 180,255 miles
  • 2020 – 179,802 miles
  • 2019 – 178,019 miles
  • 2018 – 176,282 miles
  • 2017 – 175,062 miles
  • 2016 – 174,929 miles
  • 2015 – 174,606 miles
  • 2014 – 172,040 miles
  • 2013 – 164,368 miles
  • 2012 – 153,066 miles
  • 2011 – 141,450 miles
  • 2010 – 129,196 miles
  • 2009 – 118,526 miles
  • 2008 – 101,005 miles
  • 2007 – 68,564 miles
  • 2006 – 38,398 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass192,035 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive minor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Handbrake return spring ( beneath vehicle broken and therefore detached )

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass192,035 miles (+431)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2027
    Odometer
    192,035 miles
    Test number
    718308985872
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass191,604 miles (+4,551)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2026
    Odometer
    191,604 miles
    Test number
    665517439068
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass187,053 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    187,053 miles
    Test number
    633785504940
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive minor (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake return spring ( beneath vehicle broken and therefore detached )

  4. Fail187,049 miles (+4,417)1 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,049 miles
    Test number
    639045279199
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively power steering rack leaking. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working dash lamp illuminates but rear fog inop. (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive minor (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake return spring ( beneath vehicle broken and therefore detached )

  5. Pass182,632 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    182,632 miles
    Test number
    472139538219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  6. Fail182,632 miles (+1,971)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,632 miles
    Test number
    879536813390
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  7. Pass180,661 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    180,661 miles
    Test number
    480118182421
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  8. Fail180,661 miles (+406)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,661 miles
    Test number
    831294892356
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  9. Pass180,255 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    180,255 miles
    Test number
    878191239860
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail180,255 miles (+453)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,255 miles
    Test number
    580284965409
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass179,802 miles (+1,783)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2021
    Odometer
    179,802 miles
    Test number
    600364883507
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass178,019 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    178,019 miles
    Test number
    547956377810
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail178,019 miles (+1,737)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,019 miles
    Test number
    928426410141
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass176,282 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    176,282 miles
    Test number
    376583607184
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Fail176,282 miles (+1,220)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,282 miles
    Test number
    744011537020
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass175,062 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    175,062 miles
    Test number
    393912131945
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Fail175,062 miles (+133)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,062 miles
    Test number
    657063937118
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass174,929 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    174,929 miles
    Test number
    684498698033
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Fail174,929 miles (+323)9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,929 miles
    Test number
    709608099875
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  20. Pass174,606 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    174,606 miles
    Test number
    247033405493
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Fail174,606 miles (+2,566)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,606 miles
    Test number
    987441005165
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Pass172,040 miles (+7,672)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    172,040 miles
    Test number
    995861604174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass164,368 miles (+11,302)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    164,368 miles
    Test number
    816495573091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass153,066 miles (+11,616)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    153,066 miles
    Test number
    955317872061
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass141,450 miles (+218)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    141,450 miles
    Test number
    145120891043
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  26. Fail141,232 miles (+12,036)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,232 miles
    Test number
    997058371090
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  27. Pass129,196 miles (+10,670)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    129,196 miles
    Test number
    800008450078
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside wiper rubber split.
    • NoteSlight play in nearside and offside steering arms.

  28. Pass118,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    118,526 miles
    Test number
    704265469005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail118,526 miles (+17,521)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,526 miles
    Test number
    171745069015
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  30. Pass101,005 miles (+32,441)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    101,005 miles
    Test number
    130054868418
    • NoteFront number plate starting to delaminate
    • NoteSlight play in n/s o/s steering arms

  31. Pass68,564 miles (+30,166)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    68,564 miles
    Test number
    521161387097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass38,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    38,398 miles
    Test number
    271999026418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T40 VVV

Does T40 VVV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 VVV is valid until 23 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 VVV?
The MOT on T40 VVV is valid until 23 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 VVV done?
T40 VVV was recorded at 192,035 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 7,679 miles a year.
Has T40 VVV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 VVV has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T40 VVV 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 VVV find?
T40 VVV passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill.

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