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Volvo V40

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,783 cc

LB02 BSXMOT history

LB02 BSX is a blue petrol Volvo V40 first used on 20 Jun 2002. Its MOT is valid until 29 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 199,275 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 May 2027
Mileage
199,275 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,900 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB02 BSX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,783 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
20 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB02 BSX was last recorded at 199,275 miles on 21 May 2026, 3,057 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,218 miles · 30 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,057 miles
Average per year
7,900 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 199,275 miles
  • 2025 – 196,218 miles
  • 2024 – 193,103 miles
  • 2023 – 181,481 miles
  • 2022 – 173,601 miles
  • 2021 – 163,595 miles
  • 2020 – 152,541 miles
  • 2019 – 142,082 miles
  • 2018 – 132,765 miles
  • 2017 – 122,329 miles
  • 2015 – 110,537 miles
  • 2014 – 103,661 miles
  • 2013 – 96,802 miles
  • 2012 – 89,814 miles
  • 2011 – 80,725 miles
  • 2010 – 73,519 miles
  • 2009 – 65,965 miles
  • 2008 – 58,605 miles
  • 2007 – 50,514 miles
  • 2006 – 41,770 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,275 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) insecure cover with some tape (4.3.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront bonnet Grill DamagedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryInterior in such a condition that inspection restrictedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUnder side front to rear various suspension components and parts wornRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Bonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to 1.6mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

32 tests since 13 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,275 miles7 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2027
    Odometer
    199,275 miles
    Test number
    168728393344
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) insecure cover with some tape (4.3.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bonnet Grill Damaged
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryInterior in such a condition that inspection restricted
    • AdvisoryUnder side front to rear various suspension components and parts worn

  2. Fail199,275 miles (+3,057)1 repaired7 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,275 miles
    Test number
    323032278383
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) insecure cover with some tape (4.3.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bonnet Grill Damaged
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryInterior in such a condition that inspection restricted
    • AdvisoryUnder side front to rear various suspension components and parts worn

  3. Pass196,218 miles3 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2026
    Odometer
    196,218 miles
    Test number
    911184167422
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light in such a condition, possibility for further damage (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking cover with grease or some material (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bonnet Grill Damaged
    • AdvisoryHydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened all 4 side cover with some material or grace (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack modified, but not inappropriately feel rough on free turn plate lock to lock (2.1.3 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box has clear mark of repair
    • AdvisoryInterior in such a condition that inspection restricted
    • AdvisoryUnder side front to rear various suspension components and parts worn

  4. Fail196,218 miles (+33)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,218 miles
    Test number
    180519804141
    • DangerousBonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently (3.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light in such a condition, possibility for further damage (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking cover with grease or some material (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack modified, but not inappropriately feel rough on free turn plate lock to lock (2.1.3 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box has clear mark of repair
    • AdvisoryInterior in such a condition that inspection restricted
    • AdvisoryUnder side front to rear various suspension components and parts worn

  5. Fail196,185 miles (+3,082)2 dangerous5 major1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,185 miles
    Test number
    169157186127
    • DangerousBonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently (3.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Rear both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Headlamp lens missing (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bonnet Grill Damaged

  6. Pass193,103 miles (+11,622)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    193,103 miles
    Test number
    615180902181
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Rear both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySub-frame ball joint has slight play Front both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play Front both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass181,481 miles (+136)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    181,481 miles
    Test number
    202590919146
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail181,345 miles (+7,744)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,345 miles
    Test number
    432628224919
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Pre-cat lambda sensor snapped off (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass173,601 miles (+7)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    173,601 miles
    Test number
    274621709767
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail173,594 miles (+9,999)7 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,594 miles
    Test number
    268796717160
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass163,595 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    163,595 miles
    Test number
    253738702113
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  12. Fail163,595 miles (+11,054)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,595 miles
    Test number
    994463098374
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  13. Pass152,541 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    152,541 miles
    Test number
    707168737888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail152,496 miles (+10,414)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,496 miles
    Test number
    857182517039
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass142,082 miles (+279)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    142,082 miles
    Test number
    696006804636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail141,803 miles (+9,038)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,803 miles
    Test number
    288850044065
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  17. Pass132,765 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    132,765 miles
    Test number
    971937551478
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail132,765 miles (+10,436)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,765 miles
    Test number
    275904947676
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass122,329 miles (+11,792)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    122,329 miles
    Test number
    884884607234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass110,537 miles (+183)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    110,537 miles
    Test number
    248811315456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNear side front wiper blade split.

  21. Fail110,354 miles (+6,693)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,354 miles
    Test number
    926265205179
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNear side front wiper blade split.

  22. Pass103,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    103,661 miles
    Test number
    958409714193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail103,661 miles (+6,859)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,661 miles
    Test number
    818316014114
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass96,802 miles (+6,988)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    96,802 miles
    Test number
    356268253114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass89,814 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    89,814 miles
    Test number
    546363962176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Fail89,814 miles (+9,089)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,814 miles
    Test number
    868403462182
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass80,725 miles (+7,206)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    80,725 miles
    Test number
    878700361198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass73,519 miles (+7,554)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    73,519 miles
    Test number
    951012860118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass65,965 miles (+7,360)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    65,965 miles
    Test number
    490537359108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass58,605 miles (+8,091)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    58,605 miles
    Test number
    464075368168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass50,514 miles (+8,744)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    50,514 miles
    Test number
    564976957112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass41,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    41,770 miles
    Test number
    973284666128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB02 BSX

Does LB02 BSX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB02 BSX is valid until 29 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB02 BSX?
The MOT on LB02 BSX is valid until 29 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB02 BSX done?
LB02 BSX was recorded at 199,275 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 7,900 miles a year.
Has LB02 BSX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB02 BSX has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB02 BSX 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 LB02 BSX find?
LB02 BSX passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 7 minor defects and 9 advisories: front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both side; front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 13 more.

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