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Volkswagen Transporter

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

T40 VWRMOT history

T40 VWR is a blue diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 29 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 297,812 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
297,812 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
13,242 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 VWR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 VWR was last recorded at 297,812 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
297,800 miles · 19 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
13,242 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 297,812 miles
  • 2024 – 281,761 miles
  • 2023 – 268,149 miles
  • 2022 – 249,570 miles
  • 2021 – 242,311 miles
  • 2020 – 230,441 miles
  • 2019 – 219,327 miles
  • 2018 – 204,238 miles
  • 2017 – 190,063 miles
  • 2016 – 179,819 miles
  • 2015 – 164,962 miles
  • 2014 – 158,429 miles
  • 2013 – 151,751 miles
  • 2012 – 142,068 miles
  • 2011 – 133,529 miles
  • 2010 – 118,646 miles
  • 2009 – 104,825 miles
  • 2008 – 87,092 miles
  • 2007 – 69,801 miles
  • 2006 – 38,839 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass297,812 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBrake fluid appears contaminatedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front anti roll bar bushes worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass297,812 miles (+12)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    297,812 miles
    Test number
    824152654827
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid appears contaminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

  2. Fail297,800 miles (+16,039)4 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    297,800 miles
    Test number
    648405024041
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid appears contaminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

  3. Pass281,761 miles (+13,612)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    281,761 miles
    Test number
    722581133178
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass268,149 miles (+18,579)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    268,149 miles
    Test number
    794549005319
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass249,570 miles (+7,259)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    249,570 miles
    Test number
    315944624172
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  6. Pass242,311 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    242,311 miles
    Test number
    949249647350
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail242,311 miles (+11,870)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,311 miles
    Test number
    360524990477
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass230,441 miles (+11,114)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    230,441 miles
    Test number
    480737930223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass219,327 miles (+5,225)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    219,327 miles
    Test number
    447158786686
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  10. Pass214,102 miles (+9,864)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    214,102 miles
    Test number
    674593191632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass204,238 miles (+14,175)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    204,238 miles
    Test number
    559957547219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass190,063 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    190,063 miles
    Test number
    518598122005
    • AdvisoryLower swivel boots perished

  13. Fail190,063 miles (+10,244)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,063 miles
    Test number
    266104288672
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryLower swivel boots perished

  14. Pass179,819 miles (+581)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    179,819 miles
    Test number
    608534068134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront anti roll bar bushes worn

  15. Fail179,238 miles (+14,276)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,238 miles
    Test number
    106001307705
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront anti roll bar bushes worn

  16. Pass164,962 miles (+6,533)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    164,962 miles
    Test number
    887867625153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass158,429 miles (+89)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    158,429 miles
    Test number
    117841944157
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Fail158,340 miles (+6,589)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,340 miles
    Test number
    868047934133
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass151,751 miles (+9,683)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    151,751 miles
    Test number
    687993943156
    • NoteBrake warning lamp on
    • NoteFront brake hoses slightly perished
    • NoteFront reg plate deteriating
    • NoteN/s/f anti roll bar drop link bush deteriating
    • NoteO/s/f cv boot deteriating
    • NoteSlight play to n/s and o/s steering

  20. Pass142,068 miles (+8,539)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    142,068 miles
    Test number
    376479432144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass133,529 miles (+14,883)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    133,529 miles
    Test number
    155723631146
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play to n/s steering
    • NoteSlight play to o/s/f anti roll bar drop link bush

  22. Pass118,646 miles (+13,821)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    118,646 miles
    Test number
    663884940125
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass104,825 miles (+17,733)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    104,825 miles
    Test number
    794541849102
    • 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)

  24. Pass87,092 miles (+17,291)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2009
    Odometer
    87,092 miles
    Test number
    834091238147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass69,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    69,801 miles
    Test number
    863683927170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail69,801 miles (+30,962)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,801 miles
    Test number
    914163427151
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

  27. Pass38,839 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2007
    Odometer
    38,839 miles
    Test number
    322282726178
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T40 VWR

Does T40 VWR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 VWR is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T40 VWR?
The MOT on T40 VWR is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 VWR done?
T40 VWR was recorded at 297,812 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 13,242 miles a year.
Has T40 VWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 VWR has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T40 VWR 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 VWR find?
T40 VWR passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake fluid appears contaminated, and 9 more.

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