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Volvo V40

White · Diesel · 2014 · 1,560 cc

L7 DYFMOT history

L7 DYF is a white diesel Volvo V40 first used on 26 Sept 2014. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 122,322 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

L7 DYF white Volvo V40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
122,322 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,374 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 DYF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
26 Sept 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 DYF was last recorded at 122,322 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 11,377 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,945 miles · 14 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
11,377 miles
Average per year
10,374 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,322 miles
  • 2025 – 110,945 miles
  • 2024 – 100,923 miles
  • 2023 – 90,792 miles
  • 2022 – 79,338 miles
  • 2021 – 68,262 miles
  • 2020 – 61,011 miles
  • 2019 – 48,524 miles
  • 2018 – 38,032 miles
  • 2017 – 33,306 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,322 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

12 tests since 20 Sept 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,322 miles (+11,377)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    122,322 miles
    Test number
    265986211060
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass110,945 miles (+10,022)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    110,945 miles
    Test number
    866262020059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass100,923 miles (+10,131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2025
    Odometer
    100,923 miles
    Test number
    168519561545
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  4. Pass90,792 miles (+11,454)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2024
    Odometer
    90,792 miles
    Test number
    212996169391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass79,338 miles (+11,076)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    79,338 miles
    Test number
    803986829324
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass68,262 miles (+7,251)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    68,262 miles
    Test number
    424560187430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass61,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    61,011 miles
    Test number
    654033009394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail61,011 miles (+12,487)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,011 miles
    Test number
    547660874782
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  9. Pass48,524 miles (+10,492)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    48,524 miles
    Test number
    543024190202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass38,032 miles (+4,726)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    38,032 miles
    Test number
    150748154292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass33,306 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    33,306 miles
    Test number
    344505892556
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  12. Fail33,305 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,305 miles
    Test number
    249923541931
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

Questions about L7 DYF

Does L7 DYF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 DYF is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 DYF?
The MOT on L7 DYF is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 DYF done?
L7 DYF was recorded at 122,322 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 10,374 miles a year.
Has L7 DYF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 DYF has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2020.
Has the mileage on L7 DYF 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 L7 DYF find?
L7 DYF passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: central rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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