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Volvo V40

Black · Petrol · 2018 · 1,498 cc

L7 GKBMOT history

L7 GKB is a black petrol Volvo V40 first used on 28 Sept 2018. Its MOT is valid until 4 Oct 2027 and it has passed 6 of 9 MOT tests, with 55,917 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

L7 GKB black Volvo V40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Oct 2027
Mileage
55,917 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
9
6 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,970 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 GKB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
28 Sept 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 GKB was last recorded at 55,917 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,917 miles · 2 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,970 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,917 miles
  • 2025 – 53,477 miles
  • 2024 – 49,083 miles
  • 2023 – 41,335 miles
  • 2022 – 31,237 miles
  • 2021 – 20,995 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,917 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

9 tests since 1 Oct 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,917 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    55,917 miles
    Test number
    227161820481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail55,917 miles (+2,440)3 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,917 miles
    Test number
    252191906753
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass53,477 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    53,477 miles
    Test number
    441503991761
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail53,475 miles (+4,392)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,475 miles
    Test number
    436162440716
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass49,083 miles (+7,748)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    49,083 miles
    Test number
    978946718269
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass41,335 miles (+10,098)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    41,335 miles
    Test number
    308779807461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass31,237 miles (+10,242)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    31,237 miles
    Test number
    721765891750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass20,995 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    20,995 miles
    Test number
    690361699111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  9. Fail20,995 miles1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,995 miles
    Test number
    244828266413
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Questions about L7 GKB

Does L7 GKB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 GKB is valid until 4 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 GKB?
The MOT on L7 GKB is valid until 4 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 GKB done?
L7 GKB was recorded at 55,917 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 6,970 miles a year.
Has L7 GKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 GKB has failed 3 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 GKB 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 GKB find?
L7 GKB passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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