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Volvo S40

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,596 cc

LB55 VLFMOT history

LB55 VLF is a blue petrol Volvo S40 first used on 28 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 7 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 45,055 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Feb 2027
Mileage
45,055 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,384 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 VLF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 VLF was last recorded at 45,055 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,055 miles · 4 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,384 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,055 miles
  • 2025 – 44,695 miles
  • 2024 – 44,185 miles
  • 2023 – 43,626 miles
  • 2022 – 43,170 miles
  • 2021 – 42,819 miles
  • 2020 – 42,579 miles
  • 2019 – 40,195 miles
  • 2018 – 39,382 miles
  • 2017 – 38,781 miles
  • 2016 – 37,126 miles
  • 2015 – 34,770 miles
  • 2014 – 32,838 miles
  • 2013 – 31,129 miles
  • 2012 – 29,801 miles
  • 2011 – 27,735 miles
  • 2010 – 24,991 miles
  • 2009 – 21,504 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,055 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))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.

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,055 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    45,055 miles
    Test number
    743248740825
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Fail45,055 miles (+360)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,055 miles
    Test number
    295516715881
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing multiple cuts on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass44,695 miles (+510)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    44,695 miles
    Test number
    408335960954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass44,185 miles (+559)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    44,185 miles
    Test number
    101382222991
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damaged on outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass43,626 miles (+456)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    43,626 miles
    Test number
    128170156043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass43,170 miles (+351)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    43,170 miles
    Test number
    849036440307
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  7. Pass42,819 miles (+240)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    42,819 miles
    Test number
    910754754640
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  8. Pass42,579 miles (+2,384)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    42,579 miles
    Test number
    229414139317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass40,195 miles (+813)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    40,195 miles
    Test number
    241009154200
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged

  10. Pass39,382 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    39,382 miles
    Test number
    407933944689
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked

  11. Fail39,382 miles (+601)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,382 miles
    Test number
    938230820465
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked

  12. Pass38,781 miles (+1,655)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    38,781 miles
    Test number
    900095194722
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre heavily cracked

  13. Pass37,126 miles (+2,356)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    37,126 miles
    Test number
    631845938779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,770 miles (+1,932)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    34,770 miles
    Test number
    126371625076
    • NoteBoth rear + nearside front tyres perished

  15. Pass32,838 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    32,838 miles
    Test number
    378133124035
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slightly damaged on outer side wall + perished

  16. Fail32,838 miles (+1,709)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,838 miles
    Test number
    247832424082
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slightly damaged on outer side wall + perished

  17. Pass31,129 miles (+1,328)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    31,129 miles
    Test number
    537953923004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,801 miles (+2,066)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    29,801 miles
    Test number
    918525322054
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass27,735 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    27,735 miles
    Test number
    529044621092
    • NoteOffside front tyre thread slightly split

  20. Fail27,735 miles (+2,744)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,735 miles
    Test number
    728914421037
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteOffside front tyre thread slightly split

  21. Pass24,991 miles (+3,487)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    24,991 miles
    Test number
    142258420442
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass21,504 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    21,504 miles
    Test number
    791628329067
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about LB55 VLF

Does LB55 VLF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 VLF is valid until 7 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 VLF?
The MOT on LB55 VLF is valid until 7 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 VLF done?
LB55 VLF was recorded at 45,055 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 1,384 miles a year.
Has LB55 VLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 VLF has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 VLF 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 LB55 VLF find?
LB55 VLF passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed.

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