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Volvo V40

Red · Diesel · 2003 · 1,870 cc

C8 HPBMOT history

C8 HPB is a red diesel Volvo V40 first used on 5 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 8 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 112,153 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Aug 2025
Mileage
112,153 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,201 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 HPB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,870 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

C8 HPB was last recorded at 112,153 miles on 25 Jul 2025, 3,024 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,129 miles · 29 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
3,024 miles
Average per year
4,201 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 112,153 miles
  • 2024 – 109,129 miles
  • 2023 – 105,712 miles
  • 2022 – 100,956 miles
  • 2021 – 93,816 miles
  • 2020 – 90,244 miles
  • 2019 – 87,062 miles
  • 2018 – 82,195 miles
  • 2017 – 77,780 miles
  • 2016 – 72,289 miles
  • 2015 – 67,599 miles
  • 2014 – 64,563 miles
  • 2013 – 61,537 miles
  • 2012 – 57,261 miles
  • 2011 – 53,426 miles
  • 2010 – 49,449 miles
  • 2009 – 45,660 miles
  • 2008 – 41,182 miles
  • 2007 – 37,301 miles
  • 2006 – 32,345 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail112,153 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail112,153 miles (+3,024)3 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,153 miles
    Test number
    258353819480
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass109,129 miles (+3,417)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    109,129 miles
    Test number
    377797929318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass105,712 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    105,712 miles
    Test number
    468920380248
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail105,709 miles (+4,753)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,709 miles
    Test number
    505163489320
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass100,956 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    100,956 miles
    Test number
    532878116962
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail100,956 miles (+7,140)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,956 miles
    Test number
    904290195784
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass93,816 miles (+3,572)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    93,816 miles
    Test number
    461808291735
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Pass90,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    90,244 miles
    Test number
    926340871385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail90,240 miles (+3,178)2 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,240 miles
    Test number
    899159582927
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass87,062 miles (+4,867)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    87,062 miles
    Test number
    812676543716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    82,195 miles
    Test number
    402756517685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail82,195 miles (+4,415)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,195 miles
    Test number
    274723738382
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorPosition lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  13. Pass77,780 miles (+5,491)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    77,780 miles
    Test number
    176173463118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    72,289 miles
    Test number
    876846559767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail72,289 miles (+4,690)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,289 miles
    Test number
    327032896804
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass67,599 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    67,599 miles
    Test number
    368167095140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail67,599 miles (+3,036)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,599 miles
    Test number
    538984995150
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass64,563 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    64,563 miles
    Test number
    298348694427
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail64,563 miles (+3,026)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,563 miles
    Test number
    855197894185
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass61,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    61,537 miles
    Test number
    256284303292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail61,537 miles (+4,276)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,537 miles
    Test number
    959314803282
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  22. Pass57,261 miles (+3,835)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    57,261 miles
    Test number
    326159292104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass53,426 miles (+3,977)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    53,426 miles
    Test number
    697832091166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass49,449 miles (+3,789)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    49,449 miles
    Test number
    711570690163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass45,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    45,660 miles
    Test number
    880403409244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail45,660 miles (+4,478)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,660 miles
    Test number
    280673209243
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  27. Pass41,182 miles (+3,881)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    41,182 miles
    Test number
    821065408248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass37,301 miles (+4,956)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    37,301 miles
    Test number
    901537007280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass32,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    32,345 miles
    Test number
    122518106295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 HPB

Does C8 HPB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on C8 HPB expired on 8 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on C8 HPB?
The MOT on C8 HPB expired on 8 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has C8 HPB done?
C8 HPB was recorded at 112,153 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2025, an average of 4,201 miles a year.
Has C8 HPB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 HPB has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on C8 HPB 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 C8 HPB find?
C8 HPB failed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2025 with 3 dangerous defects, 8 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers likely to become detached; offside rear integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis leg; offside rear integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering floor pan, and 10 more.

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