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Volvo V40

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,948 cc

LA51 EXDMOT history

LA51 EXD is a silver petrol Volvo V40 first used on 29 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 1 Apr 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 28,429 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Apr 2026
Mileage
28,429 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,042 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 EXD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,948 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
29 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 EXD was last recorded at 28,429 miles on 20 Mar 2025, 2,134 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
26,295 miles · 25 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
2,134 miles
Average per year
1,042 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 28,429 miles
  • 2024 – 26,295 miles
  • 2023 – 24,510 miles
  • 2022 – 23,530 miles
  • 2021 – 22,118 miles
  • 2020 – 21,229 miles
  • 2019 – 20,031 miles
  • 2018 – 19,637 miles
  • 2017 – 19,515 miles
  • 2016 – 19,252 miles
  • 2015 – 18,659 miles
  • 2014 – 17,853 miles
  • 2013 – 16,986 miles
  • 2012 – 15,726 miles
  • 2010 – 13,702 miles
  • 2009 – 12,265 miles
  • 2008 – 10,612 miles
  • 2007 – 9,829 miles
  • 2006 – 8,479 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass28,429 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
  • AdvisoryEml on

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2009–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass28,429 miles (+2,134)4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    28,429 miles
    Test number
    561249646142
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryEml on

  2. Pass26,295 miles (+1,785)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    26,295 miles
    Test number
    662956195575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass24,510 miles (+980)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    24,510 miles
    Test number
    836922459325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass23,530 miles (+1,412)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    23,530 miles
    Test number
    460952060781
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass22,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    22,118 miles
    Test number
    638752452020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail22,118 miles (+889)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,118 miles
    Test number
    287851882472
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/50/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass21,229 miles (+1,198)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    21,229 miles
    Test number
    233752628329
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • Advisory205/50/16 O/S/F AND N/S/R TYRES DETERIORATED

  8. Pass20,031 miles (+394)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    20,031 miles
    Test number
    280877364180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass19,637 miles (+122)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    19,637 miles
    Test number
    383877575735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass19,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    19,515 miles
    Test number
    244912099150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail19,515 miles (+263)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,515 miles
    Test number
    126307652259
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  12. Pass19,252 miles (+593)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    19,252 miles
    Test number
    591725347900
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass18,659 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    18,659 miles
    Test number
    968349125054
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail18,659 miles (+806)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,659 miles
    Test number
    398808125037
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass17,853 miles (+867)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    17,853 miles
    Test number
    409163624036
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass16,986 miles (+1,260)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    16,986 miles
    Test number
    106884243080
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass15,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    15,726 miles
    Test number
    599235222098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail15,725 miles (+2,023)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,725 miles
    Test number
    838605722023
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Pass13,702 miles (+1,437)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    13,702 miles
    Test number
    964656130334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass12,265 miles (+893)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    12,265 miles
    Test number
    421376759404
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass11,372 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    11,372 miles
    Test number
    182220239445
    • NoteFront pads look low
    • NoteFront wipers smearing badly when tested recommend new wipers

  22. Fail11,372 miles (+760)3 dangerous1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,372 miles
    Test number
    310759829079
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteFront pads look low
    • NoteFront wipers smearing badly when tested recommend new wipers

  23. Pass10,612 miles (+783)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    10,612 miles
    Test number
    322156438031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass9,829 miles (+1,350)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    9,829 miles
    Test number
    170775047044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass8,479 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    8,479 miles
    Test number
    911754926071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail8,477 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,477 miles
    Test number
    504033326046
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about LA51 EXD

Does LA51 EXD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 EXD expired on 1 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 EXD?
The MOT on LA51 EXD expired on 1 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 EXD done?
LA51 EXD was recorded at 28,429 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2025, an average of 1,042 miles a year.
Has LA51 EXD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 EXD has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on LA51 EXD 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 LA51 EXD find?
LA51 EXD passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2025 with 4 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 2 more.

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