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Volvo V40

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,948 cc

L5 SXRMOT history

L5 SXR is a red petrol Volvo V40 first used on 12 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 81,618 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
81,618 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,408 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 SXR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,948 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 SXR was last recorded at 81,618 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 7,772 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,846 miles · 29 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,772 miles
Average per year
2,408 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,618 miles
  • 2025 – 73,846 miles
  • 2024 – 64,029 miles
  • 2023 – 58,313 miles
  • 2022 – 53,024 miles
  • 2021 – 50,205 miles
  • 2020 – 49,712 miles
  • 2019 – 48,832 miles
  • 2018 – 47,780 miles
  • 2017 – 46,728 miles
  • 2016 – 45,870 miles
  • 2015 – 44,225 miles
  • 2014 – 42,385 miles
  • 2013 – 41,014 miles
  • 2012 – 39,140 miles
  • 2011 – 38,510 miles
  • 2010 – 37,223 miles
  • 2009 – 36,215 miles
  • 2008 – 34,827 miles
  • 2007 – 33,727 miles
  • 2006 – 32,565 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,618 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 29 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,618 miles (+7,772)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    81,618 miles
    Test number
    644550896373
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass73,846 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    73,846 miles
    Test number
    335035303052
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail73,844 miles (+9,815)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,844 miles
    Test number
    357481923329
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass64,029 miles (+225)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    64,029 miles
    Test number
    645934095441
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust flange corroded

  5. Fail63,804 miles (+5,491)1 dangerous4 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,804 miles
    Test number
    128908315539
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged flexi brake hose-insecure-clip missing (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing/worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust flange corroded

  6. Pass58,313 miles (+5,289)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    58,313 miles
    Test number
    312413782300
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass53,024 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    53,024 miles
    Test number
    313909775260
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished-recommend regular checks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail53,023 miles (+2,818)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,023 miles
    Test number
    249602763388
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished-recommend regular checks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass50,205 miles (+493)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    50,205 miles
    Test number
    623936102361
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Pass49,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    49,712 miles
    Test number
    510949518866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail49,712 miles (+880)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,712 miles
    Test number
    428503855945
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass48,832 miles (+1,052)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    48,832 miles
    Test number
    145018579402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,780 miles (+1,052)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    47,780 miles
    Test number
    502746461908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass46,728 miles (+858)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    46,728 miles
    Test number
    739490938310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,870 miles (+1,645)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    45,870 miles
    Test number
    410352138340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,225 miles (+1,840)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    44,225 miles
    Test number
    255165425443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass42,385 miles (+1,371)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    42,385 miles
    Test number
    916203334142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,014 miles (+1,874)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    41,014 miles
    Test number
    835864053129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,140 miles (+630)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    39,140 miles
    Test number
    125999132128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,510 miles (+1,287)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    38,510 miles
    Test number
    187734291031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,223 miles (+1,008)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    37,223 miles
    Test number
    572037970066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,215 miles (+1,388)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    36,215 miles
    Test number
    354059199065
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSurface cut o/s/r tyre sidewall

  23. Fail34,827 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,827 miles
    Test number
    251142808186
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  24. Pass34,827 miles (+1,100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    34,827 miles
    Test number
    820392708122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  25. Pass33,727 miles (+1,162)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    33,727 miles
    Test number
    253003007455
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass32,565 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    32,565 miles
    Test number
    501729816199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 SXR

Does L5 SXR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 SXR is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 SXR?
The MOT on L5 SXR is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 SXR done?
L5 SXR was recorded at 81,618 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 2,408 miles a year.
Has L5 SXR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 SXR has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on L5 SXR 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 L5 SXR find?
L5 SXR passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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