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Volvo V40

Green · Diesel · 2004 · 1,870 cc

FE04 VAAMOT history

FE04 VAA is a green diesel Volvo V40 first used on 10 Mar 2004. Its MOT expired on 15 Mar 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 159,268 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Mar 2025
Mileage
159,268 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,658 mi
Average between MOTs
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Mileage history

FE04 VAA was last recorded at 159,268 miles on 7 Mar 2024, 9,277 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,991 miles · 14 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
9,277 miles
Average per year
7,658 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,268 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced full (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongy
  • AdvisoryFuel tank metal straps corroded
  • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has slight play
  • AdvisoryRear boot floor corroded

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear crossmember behind rear bumper corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,268 miles (+9,277)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    159,268 miles
    Test number
    555833237573
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced full (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongy
    • AdvisoryFuel tank metal straps corroded
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has slight play
    • AdvisoryRear boot floor corroded

  2. Pass149,991 miles (+12,380)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    149,991 miles
    Test number
    256632180906
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front ball joint dust cover its cover with dust
    • AdvisoryNearside Front track rod end dust cover its cover with dust
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper missing

  3. Pass137,611 miles (+175)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    137,611 miles
    Test number
    970273621908
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear crossmember behind rear bumper corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail137,436 miles (+8,059)2 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,436 miles
    Test number
    679726204791
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear crossmember behind rear bumper corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass129,377 miles (+4,527)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    129,377 miles
    Test number
    833290203657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass124,850 miles (+4,912)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    124,850 miles
    Test number
    373627835826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass119,938 miles (+5,466)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    119,938 miles
    Test number
    824886876805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass114,472 miles (+5,716)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    114,472 miles
    Test number
    963776861355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass108,756 miles (+4,069)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    108,756 miles
    Test number
    801390190524
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear joint corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s headlamp damp inside does not affect image
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryN/s/f wishbone bush splitting on edges

  10. Pass104,687 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    104,687 miles
    Test number
    208173711437
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs worn/corroded not enough to fail

  11. Fail104,687 miles (+5,929)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,687 miles
    Test number
    874294974228
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs worn/corroded not enough to fail

  12. Fail98,758 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,758 miles
    Test number
    188295765052
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass98,758 miles (+6,645)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    98,758 miles
    Test number
    199225265403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass92,113 miles (+9,896)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    92,113 miles
    Test number
    125320774067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteSlight bind on both front wheels

  15. Fail82,217 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,217 miles
    Test number
    225830463009
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteNearside rear suspension arm mount rusting fuel tank straps rusted

  16. Pass82,217 miles (+9,282)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    82,217 miles
    Test number
    359790063028
    • NoteNearside rear suspension arm mount rusting fuel tank straps rusted

  17. Pass72,935 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    72,935 miles
    Test number
    238699562020
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail72,935 miles (+8,695)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,935 miles
    Test number
    466099962069
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass64,240 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    64,240 miles
    Test number
    167563261056
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail64,240 miles (+8,134)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,240 miles
    Test number
    188493261042
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass56,106 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    56,106 miles
    Test number
    441623560063
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail56,106 miles (+9,486)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,106 miles
    Test number
    861703460090
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass46,620 miles (+8,888)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    46,620 miles
    Test number
    674087649030
    • 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)

  24. Pass37,732 miles (+8,921)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    37,732 miles
    Test number
    464251958022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    28,811 miles
    Test number
    313404457025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about FE04 VAA

When is the MOT due on FE04 VAA?
The MOT on FE04 VAA expired on 15 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has FE04 VAA done?
FE04 VAA was recorded at 159,268 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2024, an average of 7,658 miles a year.
Has FE04 VAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. FE04 VAA has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on FE04 VAA 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 FE04 VAA find?
FE04 VAA passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2024 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: offside rear brake hose slightly damaged; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 10 more.

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