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Volvo 240

Green · Petrol · 1978 · 2,127 cc

835 FLVMOT history

835 FLV is a green petrol Volvo 240 first used on 1 Aug 1978. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 23 MOT tests, with 128,005 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
128,005 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
23
13 passed · 10 failed
Per year
0 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
835 FLV
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volvo
Model
240
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,127 cc
Year of manufacture
1978
First used
1 Aug 1978
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

835 FLV was last recorded at 128,005 miles on 28 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,005 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
0 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,005 miles
  • 2025 – 128,005 miles
  • 2023 – 128,005 miles
  • 2022 – 128,005 miles
  • 2021 – 128,005 miles
  • 2014 – 128,005 miles
  • 2013 – 128,005 miles
  • 2012 – 128,005 miles
  • 2011 – 128,005 miles
  • 2010 – 128,005 miles
  • 2009 – 128,005 miles
  • 2008 – 128,005 miles
  • 2007 – 128,005 miles
  • 2006 – 128,005 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,005 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer quarter damaged
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,005 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    128,005 miles
    Test number
    155233083790
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer quarter damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass128,005 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    128,005 miles
    Test number
    673435366081
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear rear quarter damaged
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced spare wheel well and arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass128,005 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    128,005 miles
    Test number
    952504110388
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced dim (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass128,005 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    128,005 miles
    Test number
    767675450216
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perishing and cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside off car rusty
  5. Fail128,005 miles3 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,005 miles
    Test number
    324676488091
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perishing and cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside off car rusty
  6. Pass128,005 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    128,005 miles
    Test number
    463640351622
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes starting to perish (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. Fail128,005 miles2 dangerous7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,005 miles
    Test number
    225538022478
    • DangerousFront Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working quater panel lamp (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass128,005 miles5 advisories10 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    128,005 miles
    Test number
    186229904346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteNearside front seatbelt slow to retract
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread 2.5mm outer edge
    • NoteNearside rear chassis rail rusty
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing
    • NoteOffside front tyre perishing
    • NoteOffside rear chassis rail rusty
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perishing
  9. Fail128,005 miles7 failures5 advisories10 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,005 miles
    Test number
    726159804329
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteNearside front seatbelt slow to retract
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread 2.5mm outer edge
    • NoteNearside rear chassis rail rusty
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing
    • NoteOffside front tyre perishing
    • NoteOffside rear chassis rail rusty
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perishing
  10. Pass128,005 miles8 advisories10 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    128,005 miles
    Test number
    417586313372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front tyre perished
    • NoteNearside lower of A pillar rusty
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished
    • NoteOffside front outer sill rusty
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished
    • NoteOffside rear chassis rail rusty
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering track rod
    • NoteTailgate rusty
  11. Fail128,005 miles17 failures8 advisories10 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,005 miles
    Test number
    628750113359
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • 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 Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front tyre perished
    • NoteNearside lower of A pillar rusty
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished
    • NoteOffside front outer sill rusty
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished
    • NoteOffside rear chassis rail rusty
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering track rod
    • NoteTailgate rusty
  12. Pass128,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    128,005 miles
    Test number
    577724912356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail128,005 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,005 miles
    Test number
    689824302363
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  14. Pass128,005 miles10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    128,005 miles
    Test number
    136876791196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteVehicle in very poor condtion and repairs very poor
  15. Fail128,005 miles4 failures10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,005 miles
    Test number
    798558081159
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteVehicle in very poor condtion and repairs very poor
  16. Fail128,005 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,005 miles
    Test number
    633575090196
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside door mirror glas cracked
  17. Pass128,005 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    128,005 miles
    Test number
    672295290183
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside door mirror glas cracked
  18. Fail128,005 miles2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,005 miles
    Test number
    124028399118
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear number plate lights dim.
  19. Pass128,005 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    128,005 miles
    Test number
    852878599106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear number plate lights dim.
  20. Fail128,005 miles1 dangerous14 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,005 miles
    Test number
    180432349167
    • DangerousBrake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/r registration lamp dim.
  21. Fail128,005 miles12 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,005 miles
    Test number
    393511108319
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteBattery insecure
  22. Pass128,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    128,005 miles
    Test number
    142496797238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass128,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    128,005 miles
    Test number
    773756886229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 835 FLV

What vehicle is registration 835 FLV currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 835 FLV on a green petrol Volvo 240 first used on 1 Aug 1978. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 835 FLV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 835 FLV is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on 835 FLV?
The MOT on 835 FLV is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 835 FLV done?
835 FLV was recorded at 128,005 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 0 miles a year.
Has 835 FLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 835 FLV has failed 10 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2022.
Has the mileage on 835 FLV 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 835 FLV find?
835 FLV passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with 11 advisories: front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; front coil spring corroded; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 8 more.

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