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Volvo S40

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,783 cc

J8 GDGMOT history

J8 GDG is a grey petrol Volvo S40 first used on 13 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 21 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 70,600 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

J8 GDG grey Volvo S40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Mar 2027
Mileage
70,600 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,130 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 GDG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,783 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
13 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 GDG was last recorded at 70,600 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 3,046 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,554 miles · 13 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,046 miles
Average per year
3,130 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,600 miles
  • 2025 – 67,554 miles
  • 2024 – 64,329 miles
  • 2023 – 62,508 miles
  • 2021 – 61,958 miles
  • 2020 – 60,595 miles
  • 2019 – 56,958 miles
  • 2018 – 53,030 miles
  • 2017 – 49,522 miles
  • 2016 – 45,465 miles
  • 2015 – 42,145 miles
  • 2014 – 38,926 miles
  • 2013 – 35,579 miles
  • 2012 – 30,632 miles
  • 2011 – 23,387 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,600 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 11 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,600 miles (+3,046)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    70,600 miles
    Test number
    149139486649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass67,554 miles (+3,225)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    67,554 miles
    Test number
    963627102905
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened INNER FACE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened INNER FACE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass64,329 miles (+1,821)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    64,329 miles
    Test number
    846196091815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass62,508 miles (+550)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    62,508 miles
    Test number
    522242188143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass61,958 miles (+1,363)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    61,958 miles
    Test number
    799732815650
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inbetween treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inbetween treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass60,595 miles (+3,637)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    60,595 miles
    Test number
    344728999304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass56,958 miles (+3,928)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    56,958 miles
    Test number
    532104879146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass53,030 miles (+3,508)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    53,030 miles
    Test number
    588482314333
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre is splitting around tread pattern.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre is starting to split around tread pattern.

  9. Pass49,522 miles (+4,057)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    49,522 miles
    Test number
    851847734951
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryVehicle has sill covers fitted.

  10. Pass45,465 miles (+3,320)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    45,465 miles
    Test number
    269462438011
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre beginning to crack around tread not deep enough to reach ply or cords

  11. Pass42,145 miles (+3,219)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    42,145 miles
    Test number
    509361645029
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Fail38,926 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,926 miles
    Test number
    697072444058
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass38,926 miles (+3,347)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    38,926 miles
    Test number
    946842344079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,579 miles (+4,947)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    35,579 miles
    Test number
    479322543023
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass30,632 miles (+7,245)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    30,632 miles
    Test number
    456426142013
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass23,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    23,387 miles
    Test number
    226762341054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail23,387 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,387 miles
    Test number
    327782241048
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about J8 GDG

Does J8 GDG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 GDG is valid until 21 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 GDG?
The MOT on J8 GDG is valid until 21 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 GDG done?
J8 GDG was recorded at 70,600 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 3,130 miles a year.
Has J8 GDG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 GDG has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2014.
Has the mileage on J8 GDG 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 J8 GDG find?
J8 GDG passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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