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Volvo S40

Purple · Diesel · 2005 · 1,588 cc

LB05 YBYMOT history

LB05 YBY is a purple diesel Volvo S40 first used on 30 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 22 Oct 2023 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 126,978 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Oct 2023
Mileage
126,978 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2022
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,916 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 YBY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,588 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 YBY was last recorded at 126,978 miles on 8 Oct 2022, 984 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,994 miles · 23 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
984 miles
Average per year
6,916 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 126,978 miles
  • 2021 – 125,994 miles
  • 2020 – 122,958 miles
  • 2019 – 117,858 miles
  • 2018 – 111,749 miles
  • 2017 – 107,984 miles
  • 2016 – 107,892 miles
  • 2015 – 102,151 miles
  • 2014 – 96,310 miles
  • 2013 – 87,777 miles
  • 2012 – 77,903 miles
  • 2011 – 57,767 miles
  • 2010 – 50,132 miles
  • 2009 – 37,632 miles
  • 2008 – 28,038 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,978 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,978 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    126,978 miles
    Test number
    733517717410
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail126,978 miles (+984)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,978 miles
    Test number
    350762882823
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass125,994 miles (+3,036)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    125,994 miles
    Test number
    629693313343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass122,958 miles (+27)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    122,958 miles
    Test number
    422018791095
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail122,931 miles (+5,073)1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,931 miles
    Test number
    488361523008
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Pass117,858 miles (+6,109)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    117,858 miles
    Test number
    900921742314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass111,749 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    111,749 miles
    Test number
    911399482840
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail111,736 miles (+3,752)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,736 miles
    Test number
    379872432139
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint wishbone (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass107,984 miles (+92)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    107,984 miles
    Test number
    327589091156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

  10. Fail107,892 miles (+5,741)1 dangerous4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,892 miles
    Test number
    280770682372
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed Side wall. (tyre flat) (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Wishbone (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres tread lifting and damaged
    • AdvisoryBrake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine and under covers fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside dipped beam dim
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also tyre slightly flat (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass102,151 miles (+5,841)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    102,151 miles
    Test number
    692390830244
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass96,310 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    96,310 miles
    Test number
    546420834365
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNumber 3 injector seal
    • NoteWinter tyres fitted

  13. Fail96,310 miles (+8,533)6 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,310 miles
    Test number
    938871924373
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNumber 3 injector seal
    • NoteWinter tyres fitted

  14. Pass87,777 miles (+9,874)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    87,777 miles
    Test number
    628165713357
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass77,903 miles (+20,136)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    77,903 miles
    Test number
    248964722381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,767 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    57,767 miles
    Test number
    477694601413
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Fail57,767 miles (+7,635)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,767 miles
    Test number
    538674101324
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass50,132 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    50,132 miles
    Test number
    482312620422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail50,130 miles (+2,633)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,130 miles
    Test number
    824061320361
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass47,497 miles (+9,865)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    47,497 miles
    Test number
    473238160134
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

  21. Pass37,632 miles (+9,594)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    37,632 miles
    Test number
    780532469127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    28,038 miles
    Test number
    161190378107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 YBY

Does LB05 YBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 YBY expired on 22 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 YBY?
The MOT on LB05 YBY expired on 22 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 YBY done?
LB05 YBY was recorded at 126,978 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2022, an average of 6,916 miles a year.
Has LB05 YBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 YBY has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LB05 YBY 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 LB05 YBY find?
LB05 YBY passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2022 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both.

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