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Volvo S40

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,998 cc

L7 GPPMOT history

L7 GPP is a silver diesel Volvo S40 first used on 31 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 153,069 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

L7 GPP silver Volvo S40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jan 2027
Mileage
153,069 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,531 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 GPP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 GPP was last recorded at 153,069 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 15,621 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,448 miles · 25 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
15,621 miles
Average per year
8,531 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,069 miles
  • 2025 – 137,448 miles
  • 2024 – 120,719 miles
  • 2022 – 102,773 miles
  • 2021 – 83,347 miles
  • 2020 – 82,425 miles
  • 2019 – 81,397 miles
  • 2018 – 79,128 miles
  • 2017 – 73,780 miles
  • 2016 – 65,855 miles
  • 2015 – 58,759 miles
  • 2014 – 51,164 miles
  • 2013 – 43,541 miles
  • 2012 – 33,906 miles
  • 2011 – 29,296 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,069 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAdvise Centre exhaust box deteriorated but is not blowing
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Advise Headlamp output is just acceptable (Dim)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

19 tests since 27 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,069 miles (+15,621)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    153,069 miles
    Test number
    419327231604
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise Centre exhaust box deteriorated but is not blowing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Advise Headlamp output is just acceptable (Dim)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass137,448 miles (+16,729)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    137,448 miles
    Test number
    829864882157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass120,719 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    120,719 miles
    Test number
    258300067874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail120,716 miles (+17,943)4 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,716 miles
    Test number
    998717760325
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (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))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass102,773 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    102,773 miles
    Test number
    975140180223
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail102,773 miles (+19,426)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,773 miles
    Test number
    694984168975
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass83,347 miles (+922)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    83,347 miles
    Test number
    338988719985
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Pass82,425 miles (+1,028)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    82,425 miles
    Test number
    338540985098
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear temporary repair to lamp noted

  9. Pass81,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    81,397 miles
    Test number
    275573599981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail81,397 miles (+2,269)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,397 miles
    Test number
    835745197713
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  11. Pass79,128 miles (+5,348)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    79,128 miles
    Test number
    964210816962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,780 miles (+7,925)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    73,780 miles
    Test number
    773049619468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,855 miles (+7,096)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    65,855 miles
    Test number
    900646827763
    • AdvisoryAdvise centre exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryAdvise n/s rear tyre perished

  14. Pass58,759 miles (+7,595)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    58,759 miles
    Test number
    735251005257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,164 miles (+7,623)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    51,164 miles
    Test number
    909176894113
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass43,541 miles (+9,635)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    43,541 miles
    Test number
    976023693195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,906 miles (+4,610)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    33,906 miles
    Test number
    335913692173
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass29,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    29,296 miles
    Test number
    178438801299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail29,296 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,296 miles
    Test number
    737248601222
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about L7 GPP

Does L7 GPP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 GPP is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 GPP?
The MOT on L7 GPP is valid until 27 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 GPP done?
L7 GPP was recorded at 153,069 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 8,531 miles a year.
Has L7 GPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 GPP has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on L7 GPP 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 GPP find?
L7 GPP passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; advise centre exhaust box deteriorated but is not blowing; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 5 more.

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