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Volvo 240

Silver · Petrol · 1993 · 1,986 cc

K56 MOSMOT history

K56 MOS is a silver petrol Volvo 240 first used on 16 Mar 1993. Its MOT expired on 13 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 161,103 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Nov 2022
Mileage
161,103 mi
At MOT on 2 Nov 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,133 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K56 MOS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
240
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,986 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
16 Mar 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

K56 MOS was last recorded at 161,103 miles on 2 Nov 2022, 313 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,790 miles · 3 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
313 miles
Average per year
4,133 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 161,103 miles
  • 2021 – 160,790 miles
  • 2020 – 160,640 miles
  • 2019 – 160,070 miles
  • 2018 – 159,287 miles
  • 2017 – 153,653 miles
  • 2016 – 147,869 miles
  • 2015 – 143,510 miles
  • 2014 – 138,834 miles
  • 2013 – 133,726 miles
  • 2012 – 128,861 miles
  • 2011 – 123,625 miles
  • 2010 – 118,550 miles
  • 2009 – 113,565 miles
  • 2008 – 108,238 miles
  • 2007 – 101,804 miles
  • 2006 – 94,989 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail161,103 miles
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis at sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Petrol smell at rear of car, no obvious leaks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail161,103 miles (+313)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,103 miles
    Test number
    736812078532
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis at sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass160,790 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    160,790 miles
    Test number
    652715512903
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail160,784 miles (+144)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,784 miles
    Test number
    496778208526
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure FORWARD (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass160,640 miles (+570)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    160,640 miles
    Test number
    118671328331
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass160,070 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    160,070 miles
    Test number
    236042729250
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail160,063 miles (+776)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,063 miles
    Test number
    208253125378
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure rearmost of two (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass159,287 miles (+82)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    159,287 miles
    Test number
    783911612415
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPetrol smell at rear of car, no obvious leaks
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail159,205 miles (+5,552)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,205 miles
    Test number
    678937951566
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPetrol smell at rear of car, no obvious leaks
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass153,653 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    153,653 miles
    Test number
    759549704695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail153,644 miles (+5,775)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,644 miles
    Test number
    893525433161
    • FailureOffside Front Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  11. Pass147,869 miles (+4,359)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    147,869 miles
    Test number
    955382557548
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass143,510 miles (+4,676)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    143,510 miles
    Test number
    504876989167
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail138,834 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,834 miles
    Test number
    497689304471
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass138,834 miles (+5,108)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    138,834 miles
    Test number
    627699204373
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail133,726 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,726 miles
    Test number
    257808513328
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass133,726 miles (+4,865)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    133,726 miles
    Test number
    546628413359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass128,861 miles (+5,236)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    128,861 miles
    Test number
    545231312387
    • NoteTowbar electrical socket inoperative

  18. Pass123,625 miles (+5,075)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    123,625 miles
    Test number
    157413311309
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass118,550 miles (+234)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    118,550 miles
    Test number
    522991590255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail118,316 miles (+4,751)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,316 miles
    Test number
    331754980255
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  21. Pass113,565 miles (+5,327)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    113,565 miles
    Test number
    401839989261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass108,238 miles (+6,434)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    108,238 miles
    Test number
    400150018409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass101,804 miles (+6,815)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    101,804 miles
    Test number
    790025107357
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass94,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    94,989 miles
    Test number
    400707006411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K56 MOS

Does K56 MOS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K56 MOS expired on 13 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K56 MOS?
The MOT on K56 MOS expired on 13 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K56 MOS done?
K56 MOS was recorded at 161,103 miles at its MOT on 2 Nov 2022, an average of 4,133 miles a year.
Has K56 MOS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K56 MOS has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on K56 MOS 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 K56 MOS find?
K56 MOS failed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2022 with 3 major defects and 2 advisories: exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; nearside front hydraulic brake calliper leaking; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis at sub frame, and 2 more.

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