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Volvo V40

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,984 cc

L4 VJFMOT history

L4 VJF is a blue diesel Volvo V40 first used on 7 Dec 2012. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 75,000 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

L4 VJF blue Volvo V40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
75,000 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,072 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 VJF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
7 Dec 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 VJF was last recorded at 75,000 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 3,481 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,519 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,481 miles
Average per year
5,072 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,000 miles
  • 2025 – 71,519 miles
  • 2024 – 68,914 miles
  • 2023 – 65,171 miles
  • 2022 – 61,205 miles
  • 2021 – 59,148 miles
  • 2020 – 56,272 miles
  • 2019 – 48,926 miles
  • 2017 – 42,670 miles
  • 2016 – 31,585 miles
  • 2015 – 23,306 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,000 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • 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))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

15 tests since 18 Nov 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,000 miles (+3,481)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    75,000 miles
    Test number
    871724993693
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))

  2. Pass71,519 miles (+2,605)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    71,519 miles
    Test number
    367988893056
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass68,914 miles (+3,743)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    68,914 miles
    Test number
    208297668387
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  4. Pass65,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    65,171 miles
    Test number
    958561275884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail65,171 miles (+3,966)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,171 miles
    Test number
    959552515802
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass61,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    61,205 miles
    Test number
    178259107633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail61,205 miles (+2,057)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,205 miles
    Test number
    873333279140
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass59,148 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    59,148 miles
    Test number
    953518841107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail59,138 miles (+2,866)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,138 miles
    Test number
    357233234149
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  10. Pass56,272 miles (+7,346)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    56,272 miles
    Test number
    237670596584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass48,926 miles (+6,256)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    48,926 miles
    Test number
    468179573525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass42,670 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    42,670 miles
    Test number
    140482109430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail42,669 miles (+11,084)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,669 miles
    Test number
    598594732505
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit INNER EDGE (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit INNER EDGE (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit OUTER EDGE (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass31,585 miles (+8,279)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    31,585 miles
    Test number
    523567009418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass23,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    23,306 miles
    Test number
    831546455603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 VJF

Does L4 VJF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 VJF is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 VJF?
The MOT on L4 VJF is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 VJF done?
L4 VJF was recorded at 75,000 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 5,072 miles a year.
Has L4 VJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 VJF has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on L4 VJF 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 L4 VJF find?
L4 VJF passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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