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Volvo V40

Beige · Petrol · 2001 · 1,948 cc

LB51 ABUMOT history

LB51 ABU is a beige petrol Volvo V40 first used on 12 Oct 2001. Its MOT expired on 27 Oct 2021 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 180,695 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Oct 2021
Mileage
180,695 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2021
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,941 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 ABU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,948 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Oct 2021
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB51 ABU was last recorded at 180,695 miles on 30 Oct 2021, 1,681 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Oct 2010: 112,893 miles, lower than 122,893 miles on 25 Oct 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
179,014 miles · 8 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
1,681 miles
Average per year
4,941 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 180,695 miles
  • 2020 – 179,014 miles
  • 2019 – 176,465 miles
  • 2018 – 171,502 miles
  • 2017 – 166,335 miles
  • 2016 – 160,709 miles
  • 2015 – 154,503 miles
  • 2014 – 147,281 miles
  • 2013 – 142,092 miles
  • 2012 – 135,538 miles
  • 2011 – 128,621 miles
  • 2010 – 112,893 miles
  • 2009 – 116,599 miles
  • 2008 – 111,543 miles
  • 2007 – 109,033 miles
  • 2006 – 105,080 miles
  • 2005 – 101,299 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail180,695 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

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.

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

18 tests since 5 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail180,695 miles (+1,681)1 dangerous11 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,695 miles
    Test number
    499880953834
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  2. Pass179,014 miles (+2,549)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    179,014 miles
    Test number
    293609714597
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass176,465 miles (+4,963)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    176,465 miles
    Test number
    320412291019
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass171,502 miles (+5,167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    171,502 miles
    Test number
    948404772221
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass166,335 miles (+5,626)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    166,335 miles
    Test number
    286074841400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  6. Pass160,709 miles (+6,206)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    160,709 miles
    Test number
    129481123461
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass154,503 miles (+7,222)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    154,503 miles
    Test number
    896253180909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass147,281 miles (+5,189)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    147,281 miles
    Test number
    456120174295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass142,092 miles (+6,554)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    142,092 miles
    Test number
    888710173289
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass135,538 miles (+6,917)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    135,538 miles
    Test number
    355979572206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass128,621 miles (+15,728)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    128,621 miles
    Test number
    406257371207
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  12. Pass112,893 miles (-10,000)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    112,893 miles
    Test number
    154799490255
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail122,893 miles (+6,294)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,893 miles
    Test number
    853158390280
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass116,599 miles (+5,056)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    116,599 miles
    Test number
    483812529310
    • NoteRear reg plate slightly deteriorated

  15. Pass111,543 miles (+2,510)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    111,543 miles
    Test number
    643602238358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass109,033 miles (+3,953)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    109,033 miles
    Test number
    520001907390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass105,080 miles (+3,781)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    105,080 miles
    Test number
    884178976204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass101,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    101,299 miles
    Test number
    574098275296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 ABU

Does LB51 ABU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 ABU expired on 27 Oct 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 ABU?
The MOT on LB51 ABU expired on 27 Oct 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 ABU done?
LB51 ABU was recorded at 180,695 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2021, an average of 4,941 miles a year.
Has LB51 ABU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 ABU has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LB51 ABU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Oct 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB51 ABU find?
LB51 ABU failed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2021 with 1 dangerous defect, 11 major defects, 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction, and 18 more.

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