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Volvo V40

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,948 cc

J300 HATMOT history

J300 HAT is a blue petrol Volvo V40 first used on 31 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 141,419 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
141,419 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,355 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J300 HAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,948 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J300 HAT was last recorded at 141,419 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 4,296 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,123 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,296 miles
Average per year
6,355 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,419 miles
  • 2025 – 137,123 miles
  • 2024 – 133,398 miles
  • 2023 – 124,270 miles
  • 2022 – 114,395 miles
  • 2020 – 105,177 miles
  • 2019 – 96,968 miles
  • 2018 – 89,986 miles
  • 2017 – 84,072 miles
  • 2016 – 77,846 miles
  • 2015 – 72,292 miles
  • 2014 – 66,118 miles
  • 2013 – 61,992 miles
  • 2012 – 58,503 miles
  • 2011 – 53,871 miles
  • 2010 – 46,920 miles
  • 2009 – 39,743 miles
  • 2008 – 30,278 miles
  • 2007 – 23,273 miles
  • 2006 – 17,796 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,419 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

34 tests since 31 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,419 miles4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    141,419 miles
    Test number
    909430978005
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail141,419 miles (+4,296)2 repaired4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,419 miles
    Test number
    844952193744
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass137,123 miles4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    137,123 miles
    Test number
    644389005454
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  4. Fail137,123 miles (+3,725)2 repaired4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,123 miles
    Test number
    825819671391
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  5. Pass133,398 miles4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    133,398 miles
    Test number
    252059457928
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  6. Fail133,398 miles (+9,128)2 repaired4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,398 miles
    Test number
    944168351207
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  7. Pass124,270 miles (+9,875)5 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    124,270 miles
    Test number
    944188581138
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass114,395 miles (+9,218)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    114,395 miles
    Test number
    707061150836
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass105,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    105,177 miles
    Test number
    300189965409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail105,177 miles (+8,209)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,177 miles
    Test number
    284078629316
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass96,968 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    96,968 miles
    Test number
    858590642823
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  12. Fail96,968 miles (+6,982)1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,968 miles
    Test number
    271619397180
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testPosition lamp not working Both front and both outer rear (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass89,986 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    89,986 miles
    Test number
    270757935887
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail89,986 miles (+5,914)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,986 miles
    Test number
    520713102012
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  15. Pass84,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    84,072 miles
    Test number
    653410873377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail84,072 miles (+6,226)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,072 miles
    Test number
    795706447308
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass77,846 miles (+5,554)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    77,846 miles
    Test number
    686152846952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass72,292 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    72,292 miles
    Test number
    508594435166
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail72,292 miles (+6,174)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,292 miles
    Test number
    287174735479
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass66,118 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    66,118 miles
    Test number
    356478044128
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail66,117 miles (+4,125)9 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,117 miles
    Test number
    235408244428
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass61,992 miles3 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    61,992 miles
    Test number
    555397803258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteN/S/F Tyre perished
    • NoteN/S/R Tyre perished
    • NoteO/S/R Tyre pressure very low/flat
    • NoteRear brake discs worn/poor condition
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  23. Fail61,992 miles (+3,489)1 repaired3 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,992 miles
    Test number
    906587703256
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteN/S/F Tyre perished
    • NoteN/S/R Tyre perished
    • NoteO/S/R Tyre pressure very low/flat
    • NoteRear brake discs worn/poor condition
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  24. Pass58,503 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    58,503 miles
    Test number
    415894982167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  25. Fail58,503 miles (+4,632)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,503 miles
    Test number
    526434982104
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  26. Pass53,871 miles (+6,951)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    53,871 miles
    Test number
    427743491140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass46,920 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    46,920 miles
    Test number
    702870000260
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Fail46,920 miles (+7,177)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,920 miles
    Test number
    712820500250
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass39,743 miles (+9,465)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    39,743 miles
    Test number
    194745199175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail30,278 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,278 miles
    Test number
    754805508222
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • 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)

  31. Pass30,278 miles (+7,005)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    30,278 miles
    Test number
    790665408214
    • 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)

  32. Pass23,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    23,273 miles
    Test number
    112718997122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail23,273 miles (+5,477)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,273 miles
    Test number
    853068397128
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  34. Pass17,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    17,796 miles
    Test number
    702302116262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J300 HAT

Does J300 HAT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J300 HAT is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on J300 HAT?
The MOT on J300 HAT is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J300 HAT done?
J300 HAT was recorded at 141,419 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 6,355 miles a year.
Has J300 HAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J300 HAT has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on J300 HAT 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 J300 HAT find?
J300 HAT passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 4 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 3 more.

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