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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc

T40 VWWMOT history

T40 VWW is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Oct 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 245,302 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Oct 2024
Mileage
245,302 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,781 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 VWW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 VWW was last recorded at 245,302 miles on 23 Oct 2023, 4,707 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
240,595 miles · 24 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
4,707 miles
Average per year
6,781 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 245,302 miles
  • 2022 – 240,595 miles
  • 2021 – 240,099 miles
  • 2020 – 237,003 miles
  • 2019 – 230,988 miles
  • 2018 – 221,175 miles
  • 2017 – 209,917 miles
  • 2016 – 193,999 miles
  • 2015 – 176,901 miles
  • 2014 – 172,015 miles
  • 2013 – 165,552 miles
  • 2012 – 158,186 miles
  • 2011 – 151,795 miles
  • 2010 – 145,721 miles
  • 2009 – 141,941 miles
  • 2008 – 138,463 miles
  • 2007 – 134,791 miles
  • 2006 – 126,553 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass245,302 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel both front (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder body corrision

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.

  • Various under body corrosion

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust heat shield insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass245,302 miles (+4,707)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    245,302 miles
    Test number
    145444741473
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel both front (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrision

  2. Pass240,595 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    240,595 miles
    Test number
    389896614718
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper suspension arm ball joint has slight ply
    • AdvisoryNearside Front staring rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel both side front
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious under body corrosion

  3. Fail240,595 miles (+496)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,595 miles
    Test number
    777653140288
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper suspension arm ball joint has slight ply
    • AdvisoryNearside Front staring rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel both side front
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious under body corrosion

  4. Pass240,099 miles (+3,096)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    240,099 miles
    Test number
    967282473910
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel both front (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust shield insecure
    • AdvisoryVarious under body corrosion

  5. Pass237,003 miles (+34)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    237,003 miles
    Test number
    649233930474
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious under body corrosion

  6. Fail236,969 miles (+5,981)1 dangerous3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,969 miles
    Test number
    599303846472
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious under body corrosion

  7. Pass230,988 miles1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    230,988 miles
    Test number
    931803458625
    • MinorNearside Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail230,988 miles (+9,813)1 dangerous6 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,988 miles
    Test number
    213064629265
    • DangerousRear Towbar is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached Cross member (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass221,175 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    221,175 miles
    Test number
    403346560528
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner track rod has slight play
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blades split

  10. Fail221,175 miles (+11,258)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,175 miles
    Test number
    243116142369
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing low on 2mm also wearing bold on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper blade split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner track rod has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing low on 2mm also wearing bold on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing bold inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blades split

  11. Pass209,917 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    209,917 miles
    Test number
    342013035384
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBoth rack ends slight play

  12. Fail209,911 miles (+15,912)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,911 miles
    Test number
    119115408143
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBoth rack ends slight play

  13. Pass193,999 miles (+40)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    193,999 miles
    Test number
    831519191565
    • AdvisoryNearside Front back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail193,959 miles (+17,058)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,959 miles
    Test number
    801552994667
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated missing (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass176,901 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    176,901 miles
    Test number
    829702535111
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail176,901 miles (+4,886)2 failures1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,901 miles
    Test number
    249648325122
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass172,015 miles (+6,463)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    172,015 miles
    Test number
    148869424163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass165,552 miles (+7,366)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2014
    Odometer
    165,552 miles
    Test number
    468652523133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass158,186 miles (+6,391)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2013
    Odometer
    158,186 miles
    Test number
    425705122192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass151,795 miles (+6,074)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    151,795 miles
    Test number
    727476621187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass145,721 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2011
    Odometer
    145,721 miles
    Test number
    464460220187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail145,717 miles (+3,776)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,717 miles
    Test number
    750309910123
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass141,941 miles (+3,478)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2010
    Odometer
    141,941 miles
    Test number
    194061729108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass138,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2009
    Odometer
    138,463 miles
    Test number
    424394228189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail138,463 miles (+3,672)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,463 miles
    Test number
    712554428107
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass134,791 miles (+8,238)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    134,791 miles
    Test number
    840550617110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass126,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    126,553 miles
    Test number
    993449606165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T40 VWW

Does T40 VWW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T40 VWW expired on 23 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T40 VWW?
The MOT on T40 VWW expired on 23 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T40 VWW done?
T40 VWW was recorded at 245,302 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2023, an average of 6,781 miles a year.
Has T40 VWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 VWW has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T40 VWW 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 VWW find?
T40 VWW passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2023 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear; coil spring corroded both rear; nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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