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Volvo S40

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

EX08 LVFMOT history

EX08 LVF is a black petrol Volvo S40 first used on 14 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 20 Mar 2024 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 130,862 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2023.

EX08 LVF black Volvo S40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 20 Mar 2024
Mileage
130,862 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2023
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,961 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
EX08 LVF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

EX08 LVF was last recorded at 130,862 miles on 18 Mar 2023, 5,469 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,393 miles · 11 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
5,469 miles
Average per year
8,961 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 130,862 miles
  • 2022 – 125,393 miles
  • 2021 – 117,501 miles
  • 2020 – 111,248 miles
  • 2019 – 104,632 miles
  • 2018 – 99,360 miles
  • 2017 – 92,741 miles
  • 2016 – 80,132 miles
  • 2015 – 70,165 miles
  • 2014 – 57,565 miles
  • 2013 – 44,417 miles
  • 2012 – 33,994 miles
  • 2011 – 22,911 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,862 miles
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

16 tests since 1 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,862 miles (+5,469)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    130,862 miles
    Test number
    173987202089
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass125,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    125,393 miles
    Test number
    880906231748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail125,393 miles (+7,892)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,393 miles
    Test number
    926160144764
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass117,501 miles (+6,253)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    117,501 miles
    Test number
    655418157363
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass111,248 miles (+6,616)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    111,248 miles
    Test number
    121677135436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass104,632 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    104,632 miles
    Test number
    816567851577
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail104,631 miles (+5,271)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,631 miles
    Test number
    597017559840
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass99,360 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    99,360 miles
    Test number
    379344346593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail99,359 miles (+6,618)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,359 miles
    Test number
    280892230903
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm canvas exposed (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass92,741 miles (+12,609)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    92,741 miles
    Test number
    930443319439
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryEngine & sill covers fitted

  11. Pass80,132 miles (+9,967)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    80,132 miles
    Test number
    539347568888
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass70,165 miles (+12,600)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    70,165 miles
    Test number
    988296975014
    • NoteBoth frt tyers worn inside

  13. Pass57,565 miles (+13,148)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    57,565 miles
    Test number
    639931674084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass44,417 miles (+10,423)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    44,417 miles
    Test number
    726937443029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,994 miles (+11,083)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    33,994 miles
    Test number
    228810562028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,911 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    22,911 miles
    Test number
    197700061041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about EX08 LVF

Does EX08 LVF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on EX08 LVF expired on 20 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on EX08 LVF?
The MOT on EX08 LVF expired on 20 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has EX08 LVF done?
EX08 LVF was recorded at 130,862 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2023, an average of 8,961 miles a year.
Has EX08 LVF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. EX08 LVF has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on EX08 LVF 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 EX08 LVF find?
EX08 LVF passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2023 with 1 advisory: power steering component has slight seepage from a component.

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