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Volvo S40

White · Petrol · 2009 · 1,596 cc

L27 KDMMOT history

L27 KDM is a white petrol Volvo S40 first used on 31 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 29 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 60,932 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2026.

L27 KDM white Volvo S40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Aug 2027
Mileage
60,932 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,138 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L27 KDM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
31 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L27 KDM was last recorded at 60,932 miles on 22 Aug 2026, 3,530 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,402 miles · 14 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,530 miles
Average per year
3,138 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,932 miles
  • 2025 – 57,402 miles
  • 2024 – 54,054 miles
  • 2023 – 49,576 miles
  • 2022 – 47,855 miles
  • 2021 – 44,857 miles
  • 2020 – 42,644 miles
  • 2019 – 40,233 miles
  • 2018 – 37,049 miles
  • 2017 – 34,425 miles
  • 2016 – 31,599 miles
  • 2015 – 28,234 miles
  • 2014 – 24,793 miles
  • 2013 – 21,170 miles
  • 2012 – 17,229 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,932 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread cracking, worn on inner edge, tread 3mm. tyre is 10 years old. 205 50 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread cracking, tyre 10years old. (5.2.3 (d) (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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread and sidewall perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive down pulley side of engine and underside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources only one working

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,932 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    60,932 miles
    Test number
    292895601037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread cracking, worn on inner edge, tread 3mm. tyre is 10 years old. 205 50 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread cracking, tyre 10years old. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail60,932 miles (+3,530)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,932 miles
    Test number
    677072273458
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Was insecure, clip broken. replaced clip (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread cracking, worn on inner edge, tread 3mm. tyre is 10 years old. 205 50 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread cracking, tyre 10years old. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass57,402 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    57,402 miles
    Test number
    655552984096
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources only one working (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread and sidewall perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive down pulley side of engine and underside (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail57,402 miles (+3,348)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,402 miles
    Test number
    448318797243
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources only one working (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread and sidewall perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive down pulley side of engine and underside (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass54,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    54,054 miles
    Test number
    591704177416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail54,054 miles (+4,478)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,054 miles
    Test number
    620203777873
    • DangerousCentral Rear Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision Is not attached. (7.1.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass49,576 miles (+1,721)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    49,576 miles
    Test number
    682764445930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass47,855 miles (+2,998)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    47,855 miles
    Test number
    763518314875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass44,857 miles (+2,213)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    44,857 miles
    Test number
    430790540842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass42,644 miles (+2,411)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    42,644 miles
    Test number
    988715234265
    • 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))

  11. Pass40,233 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    40,233 miles
    Test number
    121138103183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail40,200 miles (+3,151)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,200 miles
    Test number
    106888653694
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass37,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    37,049 miles
    Test number
    899896006920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail37,049 miles (+2,624)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,049 miles
    Test number
    178067577325
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass34,425 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    34,425 miles
    Test number
    148066423879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail34,425 miles (+2,826)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,425 miles
    Test number
    227798784976
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Pass31,599 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    31,599 miles
    Test number
    978656241161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail31,599 miles (+3,365)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,599 miles
    Test number
    131772213760
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass28,234 miles (+3,441)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    28,234 miles
    Test number
    329593275124
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass24,793 miles (+3,623)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    24,793 miles
    Test number
    408424774118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    21,170 miles
    Test number
    608762283178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail21,170 miles (+3,941)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,170 miles
    Test number
    825402283105
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass17,229 miles (+1,476)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    17,229 miles
    Test number
    237900082151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass15,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    15,753 miles
    Test number
    698199682040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L27 KDM

Does L27 KDM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L27 KDM is valid until 29 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L27 KDM?
The MOT on L27 KDM is valid until 29 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L27 KDM done?
L27 KDM was recorded at 60,932 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2026, an average of 3,138 miles a year.
Has L27 KDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L27 KDM has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L27 KDM 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 L27 KDM find?
L27 KDM passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread cracking, worn on inner edge, tread 3mm. tyre is 10 years old. 205 50 17; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread cracking, tyre 10years old..

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