Volvo logo

Volvo 400 Series

Black · Petrol · 1989 · 1,721 cc

G344 VOWMOT history

G344 VOW is a black petrol Volvo 400 Series first used on 18 Aug 1989. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 85,046 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
85,046 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
Not enough data
Get reminders for G344 VOW in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
G344 VOW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
400 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,721 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
18 Aug 1989
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

G344 VOW was last recorded at 85,046 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 419 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Jul 2019: 102,370 miles, lower than 135,148 miles on 1 Aug 2018.
  • 29 Jul 2021: 82,363 miles, lower than 103,458 miles on 6 Aug 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
84,627 miles · 16 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
419 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,046 miles
  • 2025 – 84,627 miles
  • 2024 – 84,277 miles
  • 2023 – 83,950 miles
  • 2022 – 83,691 miles
  • 2021 – 82,363 miles
  • 2020 – 103,458 miles
  • 2019 – 102,370 miles
  • 2018 – 135,148 miles
  • 2017 – 133,547 miles
  • 2016 – 131,703 miles
  • 2015 – 129,393 miles
  • 2008 – 128,938 miles
  • 2007 – 128,932 miles
  • 2006 – 121,286 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,046 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 engine oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,046 miles (+419)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    85,046 miles
    Test number
    741211162881
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass84,627 miles (+350)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    84,627 miles
    Test number
    639865299964
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass84,277 miles (+327)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    84,277 miles
    Test number
    390202937955
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass83,950 miles (+259)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    83,950 miles
    Test number
    148831696895
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass83,691 miles (+1,328)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    83,691 miles
    Test number
    317291876686
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass82,363 miles (-21,095)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    82,363 miles
    Test number
    923132032335
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass103,458 miles (+1,088)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    103,458 miles
    Test number
    512914729011
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass102,370 miles (-32,778)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    102,370 miles
    Test number
    867927190665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass135,148 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    135,148 miles
    Test number
    723966235324
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Fail135,148 miles (+1,601)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,148 miles
    Test number
    868369813145
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass133,547 miles (+1,844)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    133,547 miles
    Test number
    285195265074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass131,703 miles (+2,310)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    131,703 miles
    Test number
    322854743905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass129,393 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    129,393 miles
    Test number
    350143772868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail129,389 miles (+451)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,389 miles
    Test number
    380282028838
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

  15. Pass128,938 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    128,938 miles
    Test number
    390718578206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  16. Pass128,932 miles (+7,646)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    128,932 miles
    Test number
    301056067095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass121,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    121,286 miles
    Test number
    471553186013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about G344 VOW

Does G344 VOW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on G344 VOW is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on G344 VOW?
The MOT on G344 VOW is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has G344 VOW done?
G344 VOW was recorded at 85,046 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026.
Has G344 VOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G344 VOW has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2018.
Has the mileage on G344 VOW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 30 Jul 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on G344 VOW find?
G344 VOW passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

Related registrations

Browse all G344 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.