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Volvo V40

Bronze · Diesel · 2016 · 1,969 cc

L13 MLFMOT history

L13 MLF is a bronze diesel Volvo V40 first used on 13 Dec 2016. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 72,309 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

L13 MLF bronze Volvo V40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
72,309 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,957 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 MLF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,969 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
13 Dec 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 MLF was last recorded at 72,309 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,309 miles · 2 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,957 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 72,309 miles
  • 2024 – 65,546 miles
  • 2022 – 49,930 miles
  • 2021 – 41,525 miles
  • 2020 – 32,200 miles
  • 2019 – 24,579 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,309 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

9 tests since 4 Dec 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,309 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    72,309 miles
    Test number
    756050680034
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail72,309 miles (+6,763)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,309 miles
    Test number
    416360705790
    • MajorNearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass65,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    65,546 miles
    Test number
    371575999971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    607315851059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass49,930 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    49,930 miles
    Test number
    617271807474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail49,930 miles (+8,405)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,930 miles
    Test number
    676103430107
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass41,525 miles (+9,325)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    41,525 miles
    Test number
    977523201994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass32,200 miles (+7,621)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    32,200 miles
    Test number
    245111860738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass24,579 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    24,579 miles
    Test number
    775982059400
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about L13 MLF

Does L13 MLF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 MLF is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L13 MLF?
The MOT on L13 MLF is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L13 MLF done?
L13 MLF was recorded at 72,309 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 7,957 miles a year.
Has L13 MLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 MLF has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L13 MLF 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 L13 MLF find?
L13 MLF passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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