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Volvo S40

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

LB12 KJEMOT history

LB12 KJE is a black diesel Volvo S40 first used on 27 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 80,350 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
80,350 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,949 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 KJE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 KJE was last recorded at 80,350 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,348 miles · 23 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,949 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,350 miles
  • 2025 – 75,661 miles
  • 2024 – 72,975 miles
  • 2023 – 66,589 miles
  • 2022 – 60,051 miles
  • 2021 – 50,724 miles
  • 2020 – 46,406 miles
  • 2019 – 41,805 miles
  • 2018 – 34,778 miles
  • 2017 – 26,684 miles
  • 2016 – 19,826 miles
  • 2015 – 17,663 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,350 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes x2

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 14 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,350 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    80,350 miles
    Test number
    135536098301
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail80,348 miles (+4,687)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,348 miles
    Test number
    129425839258
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass75,661 miles (+2,686)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    75,661 miles
    Test number
    326255237454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass72,975 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    72,975 miles
    Test number
    924504629074
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Fail72,973 miles (+6,384)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,973 miles
    Test number
    805030784784
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn x2 rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass66,589 miles (+6,538)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    66,589 miles
    Test number
    803910941843
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass60,051 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    60,051 miles
    Test number
    135014488811
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  8. Fail60,047 miles (+9,323)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,047 miles
    Test number
    182287561129
    • DangerousRear Tyre has ply or cords exposed x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  9. Pass50,724 miles (+4,318)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    50,724 miles
    Test number
    151788029142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front - rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass46,406 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    46,406 miles
    Test number
    278307927894
    • AdvisorySmall chip in windscreen inside zone A
  11. Fail46,406 miles (+4,601)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,406 miles
    Test number
    678348223478
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating x2 (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySmall chip in windscreen inside zone A
  12. Pass41,805 miles (+7,027)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    41,805 miles
    Test number
    385033254630
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass34,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    34,778 miles
    Test number
    288270874349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail34,771 miles (+8,087)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,771 miles
    Test number
    715816345499
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
  15. Pass26,684 miles (+6,858)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    26,684 miles
    Test number
    732745062806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass19,826 miles (+2,163)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    19,826 miles
    Test number
    480834498503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass17,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    17,663 miles
    Test number
    566975695125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 KJE

Does LB12 KJE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 KJE is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 KJE?
The MOT on LB12 KJE is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 KJE done?
LB12 KJE was recorded at 80,350 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 5,949 miles a year.
Has LB12 KJE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 KJE has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 KJE 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 LB12 KJE find?
LB12 KJE passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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