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Volvo S40

Gold · Diesel · 2008 · 2,400 cc

K88 LMTMOT history

K88 LMT is a gold diesel Volvo S40 first used on 22 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 109,219 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

K88 LMT gold Volvo S40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
109,219 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,572 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K88 LMT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
22 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K88 LMT was last recorded at 109,219 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,219 miles · 26 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,572 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,219 miles
  • 2025 – 106,765 miles
  • 2024 – 103,913 miles
  • 2023 – 101,350 miles
  • 2022 – 99,120 miles
  • 2021 – 97,463 miles
  • 2020 – 96,807 miles
  • 2019 – 93,686 miles
  • 2018 – 88,280 miles
  • 2017 – 83,786 miles
  • 2016 – 76,432 miles
  • 2015 – 71,317 miles
  • 2014 – 57,324 miles
  • 2013 – 51,540 miles
  • 2012 – 48,975 miles
  • 2011 – 39,305 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,219 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside rear tyre cracked and perished

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,219 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    109,219 miles
    Test number
    891846702197
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail109,219 miles (+2,454)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,219 miles
    Test number
    262658897728
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass106,765 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    106,765 miles
    Test number
    909610645657
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracked and perished

  4. Fail106,765 miles (+2,852)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,765 miles
    Test number
    891462270687
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracked and perished
    • AdvisoryOffside number plate lamp dim

  5. Pass103,913 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    103,913 miles
    Test number
    218684999998
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyres split perished and badly worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracked and perished

  6. Fail103,911 miles (+2,561)3 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,911 miles
    Test number
    456119927082
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyres split perished and badly worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracked and perished

  7. Pass101,350 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    101,350 miles
    Test number
    375620714539
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges

  8. Fail101,350 miles (+2,230)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,350 miles
    Test number
    463174005000
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside front suspension top mount bush/bearing worn and rough

  9. Pass99,120 miles (+1,657)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    99,120 miles
    Test number
    573540688800
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass97,463 miles (+656)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    97,463 miles
    Test number
    427036632155
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass96,807 miles (+3,121)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    96,807 miles
    Test number
    463703448184
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass93,686 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    93,686 miles
    Test number
    646730890283
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail93,686 miles (+5,406)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,686 miles
    Test number
    676080530506
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass88,280 miles (+4,494)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    88,280 miles
    Test number
    561689059463
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides of vehicle (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass83,786 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    83,786 miles
    Test number
    395115468064
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail83,786 miles (+7,354)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,786 miles
    Test number
    803904677576
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass76,432 miles (+5,115)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    76,432 miles
    Test number
    633253482499
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryWipers streak slightly

  18. Pass71,317 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    71,317 miles
    Test number
    949762535293
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  19. Fail71,317 miles (+13,993)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,317 miles
    Test number
    925347025212
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  20. Fail57,324 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,324 miles
    Test number
    228188924259
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  21. Pass57,324 miles (+5,784)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    57,324 miles
    Test number
    729138524223
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  22. Pass51,540 miles (+2,565)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    51,540 miles
    Test number
    927784233274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,975 miles (+9,670)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    48,975 miles
    Test number
    579383142172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass39,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    39,305 miles
    Test number
    357243531146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K88 LMT

Does K88 LMT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K88 LMT is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K88 LMT?
The MOT on K88 LMT is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K88 LMT done?
K88 LMT was recorded at 109,219 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 4,572 miles a year.
Has K88 LMT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K88 LMT has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on K88 LMT 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 K88 LMT find?
K88 LMT passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear.

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