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Volvo V40

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,969 cc

L6 TKBMOT history

L6 TKB is a black diesel Volvo V40 first used on 29 Jan 2016. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 49,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

L6 TKB black Volvo V40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
49,167 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,503 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 TKB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,969 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
29 Jan 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 TKB was last recorded at 49,167 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 1,496 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,671 miles · 18 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,496 miles
Average per year
4,503 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,167 miles
  • 2025 – 47,671 miles
  • 2024 – 46,053 miles
  • 2023 – 44,313 miles
  • 2022 – 41,106 miles
  • 2021 – 38,885 miles
  • 2020 – 25,170 miles
  • 2019 – 15,631 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,167 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

12 tests since 21 Jan 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,167 miles (+1,496)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    49,167 miles
    Test number
    405457021596
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall both (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  2. Pass47,671 miles (+1,618)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    47,671 miles
    Test number
    273290092824
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  3. Pass46,053 miles (+1,740)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    46,053 miles
    Test number
    213692935387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass44,313 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    44,313 miles
    Test number
    907244309211
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  5. Fail44,313 miles (+3,207)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,313 miles
    Test number
    737776873267
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  6. Pass41,106 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    41,106 miles
    Test number
    884250643130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail41,105 miles (+2,220)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,105 miles
    Test number
    965452181340
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel has a welding defect (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass38,885 miles (+13,715)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    38,885 miles
    Test number
    476647807113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass25,170 miles (+2,873)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    25,170 miles
    Test number
    688337180624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass22,297 miles (+6,666)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    22,297 miles
    Test number
    730088672164
    • 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))
  11. Pass15,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    15,631 miles
    Test number
    224779915930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail15,631 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,631 miles
    Test number
    686441212239
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Questions about L6 TKB

Does L6 TKB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L6 TKB is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L6 TKB?
The MOT on L6 TKB is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L6 TKB done?
L6 TKB was recorded at 49,167 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 4,503 miles a year.
Has L6 TKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 TKB has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on L6 TKB 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 L6 TKB find?
L6 TKB passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: front outer tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall both.

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