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Volvo V40

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,783 cc

LB51 XLMMOT history

LB51 XLM is a silver petrol Volvo V40 first used on 2 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 29 Sept 2023 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 100,881 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Sept 2023
Mileage
100,881 mi
At MOT on 6 Sept 2022
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,089 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 XLM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,783 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
2 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 XLM was last recorded at 100,881 miles on 6 Sept 2022, 89 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,792 miles · 30 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
89 miles
Average per year
5,089 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 100,881 miles
  • 2021 – 96,227 miles
  • 2020 – 90,668 miles
  • 2019 – 83,526 miles
  • 2018 – 78,284 miles
  • 2017 – 74,000 miles
  • 2016 – 68,365 miles
  • 2015 – 61,576 miles
  • 2014 – 55,244 miles
  • 2013 – 49,514 miles
  • 2012 – 41,679 miles
  • 2011 – 34,208 miles
  • 2010 – 31,152 miles
  • 2009 – 28,128 miles
  • 2008 – 23,712 miles
  • 2007 – 19,390 miles
  • 2006 – 16,063 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,881 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Engine noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 6 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,881 miles (+89)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    100,881 miles
    Test number
    509430005961
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail100,792 miles (+4,565)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,792 miles
    Test number
    174755842267
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass96,227 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    96,227 miles
    Test number
    551368672285
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine noisy
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring rubbing on inner arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack boot (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail96,227 miles (+5,559)1 dangerous4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,227 miles
    Test number
    630081735430
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine noisy
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring rubbing on inner arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack boot (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass90,668 miles (+2,123)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    90,668 miles
    Test number
    184708933153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass88,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    88,545 miles
    Test number
    640757066388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail88,545 miles (+5,019)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,545 miles
    Test number
    504103837351
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass83,526 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    83,526 miles
    Test number
    555991057769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail83,491 miles (+5,207)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,491 miles
    Test number
    950164111031
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass78,284 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    78,284 miles
    Test number
    677559525067
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  11. Fail78,283 miles (+4,283)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,283 miles
    Test number
    336215588601
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/60/15 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  12. Pass74,000 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    74,000 miles
    Test number
    303742198692
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail73,999 miles (+5,634)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,999 miles
    Test number
    317943697452
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass68,365 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    68,365 miles
    Test number
    968383579679
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail68,365 miles (+6,789)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,365 miles
    Test number
    255005758050
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass61,576 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    61,576 miles
    Test number
    888628225054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail61,574 miles (+6,330)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,574 miles
    Test number
    887203725088
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass55,244 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    55,244 miles
    Test number
    307319624074
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail55,244 miles (+5,730)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,244 miles
    Test number
    426779124093
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteO/s/f daytime driving amber light not working

  20. Pass49,514 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    49,514 miles
    Test number
    459639923017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)

  21. Fail49,514 miles (+7,835)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,514 miles
    Test number
    109479623018
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)

  22. Pass41,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    41,679 miles
    Test number
    305850822030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail41,679 miles (+7,471)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,679 miles
    Test number
    808050322008
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  24. Pass34,208 miles (+3,056)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    34,208 miles
    Test number
    125649511408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,152 miles (+3,024)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    31,152 miles
    Test number
    312833810061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,128 miles (+4,416)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    28,128 miles
    Test number
    172389629454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass23,712 miles (+4,322)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    23,712 miles
    Test number
    943813728074
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn outer edge
    • NoteOffside rear indicator pale

  28. Pass19,390 miles (+3,327)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    19,390 miles
    Test number
    951235117088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass16,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    16,063 miles
    Test number
    422066706050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail16,063 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,063 miles
    Test number
    771096806077
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about LB51 XLM

Does LB51 XLM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 XLM expired on 29 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 XLM?
The MOT on LB51 XLM expired on 29 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 XLM done?
LB51 XLM was recorded at 100,881 miles at its MOT on 6 Sept 2022, an average of 5,089 miles a year.
Has LB51 XLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 XLM has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LB51 XLM 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 LB51 XLM find?
LB51 XLM passed its latest MOT on 6 Sept 2022 with 1 advisory: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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