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Volvo 240

Brown · Petrol · 1984 · 2,127 cc

B5 VLVMOT history

B5 VLV is a brown petrol Volvo 240 first used on 30 Dec 1984. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 87,779 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
87,779 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
212 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B5 VLV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
240
Colour
Brown
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,127 cc
Year of manufacture
1984
First used
30 Dec 1984
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

B5 VLV was last recorded at 87,779 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 34 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,745 miles · 22 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
34 miles
Average per year
212 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,779 miles
  • 2025 – 86,456 miles
  • 2023 – 86,440 miles
  • 2022 – 85,212 miles
  • 2021 – 85,184 miles
  • 2019 – 85,010 miles
  • 2018 – 84,978 miles
  • 2017 – 84,883 miles
  • 2016 – 84,846 miles
  • 2015 – 84,789 miles
  • 2014 – 84,730 miles
  • 2013 – 84,671 miles
  • 2012 – 84,551 miles
  • 2011 – 84,431 miles
  • 2010 – 84,308 miles
  • 2009 – 84,231 miles
  • 2008 – 83,809 miles
  • 2007 – 83,742 miles
  • 2006 – 83,572 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,779 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leakRecorded 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.

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Power steering rack fitted but manual system (pump + reservoir removed)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,779 miles (+34)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    87,779 miles
    Test number
    974528612587
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  2. Fail87,745 miles (+1,289)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,745 miles
    Test number
    713494551287
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding 38 (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering rack fitted but manual system (pump + reservoir removed)

  3. Pass86,456 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    86,456 miles
    Test number
    945321505811
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering rack fitted but manual system (pump + reservoir removed)

  4. Fail86,440 miles (+1,228)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,440 miles
    Test number
    957319264862
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) both sides (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryBoth side repeaters faded
    • AdvisoryRear brake balance close to limits

  5. Pass85,212 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    85,212 miles
    Test number
    660946804403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass85,184 miles (+174)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    85,184 miles
    Test number
    801460802021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass85,010 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    85,010 miles
    Test number
    868725787446
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass84,978 miles (+95)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    84,978 miles
    Test number
    897075216812
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective and offside (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass84,883 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    84,883 miles
    Test number
    386311361796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass84,846 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    84,846 miles
    Test number
    813049133145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass84,789 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    84,789 miles
    Test number
    968277099137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass84,730 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    84,730 miles
    Test number
    258701264252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass84,671 miles (+120)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    84,671 miles
    Test number
    369936453280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass84,551 miles (+120)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    84,551 miles
    Test number
    275965062213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass84,431 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    84,431 miles
    Test number
    906420871276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass84,308 miles (+77)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    84,308 miles
    Test number
    333457550498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass84,231 miles (+422)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    84,231 miles
    Test number
    193704969259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass83,809 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    83,809 miles
    Test number
    222120078253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass83,742 miles (+170)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    83,742 miles
    Test number
    502843857242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail83,572 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,572 miles
    Test number
    313399966221
    • Repaired at testHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

  21. Pass83,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    83,572 miles
    Test number
    323219566445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about B5 VLV

Does B5 VLV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on B5 VLV is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on B5 VLV?
The MOT on B5 VLV is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has B5 VLV done?
B5 VLV was recorded at 87,779 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 212 miles a year.
Has B5 VLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B5 VLV has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on B5 VLV 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 B5 VLV find?
B5 VLV passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; oil leak.

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