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Volvo S40

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,798 cc

LB08 UOWMOT history

LB08 UOW is a black petrol Volvo S40 first used on 28 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 16 Jul 2025 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 150,994 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Jul 2025
Mileage
150,994 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2025
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,299 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 UOW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB08 UOW was last recorded at 150,994 miles on 30 Jun 2025, 1,492 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,502 miles · 24 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
1,492 miles
Average per year
9,299 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 150,994 miles
  • 2024 – 149,502 miles
  • 2023 – 148,051 miles
  • 2022 – 146,719 miles
  • 2021 – 140,508 miles
  • 2020 – 134,136 miles
  • 2019 – 124,999 miles
  • 2018 – 112,842 miles
  • 2017 – 100,085 miles
  • 2016 – 86,322 miles
  • 2015 – 74,955 miles
  • 2014 – 60,466 miles
  • 2013 – 47,302 miles
  • 2012 – 33,009 miles
  • 2011 – 21,124 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail150,994 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral surface rust on suspension and chassis
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail150,994 miles (+1,492)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,994 miles
    Test number
    597765007594
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface rust on suspension and chassis
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass149,502 miles (+1,451)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    149,502 miles
    Test number
    959619603152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass148,051 miles (+1,332)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    148,051 miles
    Test number
    347678479168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass146,719 miles (+6,211)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    146,719 miles
    Test number
    470941563610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass140,508 miles (+6,372)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    140,508 miles
    Test number
    595561161399
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass134,136 miles (+9,137)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    134,136 miles
    Test number
    945198306867
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass124,999 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    124,999 miles
    Test number
    703317119297
    • 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
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail124,999 miles (+12,157)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,999 miles
    Test number
    887877290792
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass112,842 miles (+27)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    112,842 miles
    Test number
    614748052193
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail112,815 miles (+12,730)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,815 miles
    Test number
    422286528155
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass100,085 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    100,085 miles
    Test number
    114985224389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre are badly worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to wear on inner edges

  12. Fail100,082 miles (+13,760)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,082 miles
    Test number
    595433474266
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre are badly worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to wear on inner edges

  13. Pass86,322 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    86,322 miles
    Test number
    482117663134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail86,322 miles (+11,367)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,322 miles
    Test number
    170543785699
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  15. Pass74,955 miles (+14,489)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    74,955 miles
    Test number
    419808905248
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

  16. Pass60,466 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    60,466 miles
    Test number
    769544784127
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteN/s/rear tyre has un-even tread wear

  17. Fail60,466 miles (+13,164)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,466 miles
    Test number
    829084884197
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteN/s/rear tyre has un-even tread wear

  18. Pass47,302 miles (+14,293)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    47,302 miles
    Test number
    247099393479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,009 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    33,009 miles
    Test number
    266181302252
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s wiper blade worn

  20. Fail33,009 miles (+11,885)1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,009 miles
    Test number
    359551302203
    • Repaired at testOffside Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s wiper blade worn

  21. Pass21,124 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    21,124 miles
    Test number
    265314791183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 UOW

Does LB08 UOW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 UOW expired on 16 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 UOW?
The MOT on LB08 UOW expired on 16 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 UOW done?
LB08 UOW was recorded at 150,994 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2025, an average of 9,299 miles a year.
Has LB08 UOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 UOW has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 UOW 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 LB08 UOW find?
LB08 UOW failed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2025 with 5 major defects and 7 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 9 more.

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