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Volvo S40

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LD08 CVHMOT history

LD08 CVH is a black petrol Volvo S40 first used on 2 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 116,381 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

LD08 CVH black Volvo S40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
116,381 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,013 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 CVH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
2 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 CVH was last recorded at 116,381 miles on 5 May 2026, 3,481 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,900 miles · 3 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,481 miles
Average per year
7,013 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,381 miles
  • 2025 – 112,900 miles
  • 2024 – 109,612 miles
  • 2023 – 104,942 miles
  • 2022 – 100,573 miles
  • 2021 – 94,736 miles
  • 2020 – 86,639 miles
  • 2019 – 73,865 miles
  • 2018 – 65,323 miles
  • 2017 – 57,020 miles
  • 2016 – 51,176 miles
  • 2015 – 43,782 miles
  • 2014 – 36,612 miles
  • 2013 – 28,935 miles
  • 2012 – 19,329 miles
  • 2011 – 11,296 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,381 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 11 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,381 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    116,381 miles
    Test number
    819732866125
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail116,381 miles (+3,481)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,381 miles
    Test number
    857470294022
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass112,900 miles (+3,288)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    112,900 miles
    Test number
    771554938229
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass109,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    109,612 miles
    Test number
    923411093095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail109,612 miles (+4,670)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,612 miles
    Test number
    428945238764
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  6. Pass104,942 miles (+32)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    104,942 miles
    Test number
    662605271504
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  7. Fail104,910 miles (+4,337)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,910 miles
    Test number
    815621979440
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  8. Pass100,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    100,573 miles
    Test number
    912541721718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail100,573 miles (+5,837)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,573 miles
    Test number
    321287842463
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass94,736 miles (+8,097)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    94,736 miles
    Test number
    822399521641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass86,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    86,639 miles
    Test number
    291456950618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail86,638 miles (+12,773)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,638 miles
    Test number
    980564532266
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass73,865 miles (+8,542)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    73,865 miles
    Test number
    497454789982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,323 miles (+8,303)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    65,323 miles
    Test number
    707684492719
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Worn on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  15. Pass57,020 miles (+5,844)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    57,020 miles
    Test number
    854175078014
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  16. Pass51,176 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    51,176 miles
    Test number
    325866928485
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn inner edge
  17. Fail51,176 miles (+7,394)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,176 miles
    Test number
    919563196694
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn inner edge
  18. Pass43,782 miles (+7,170)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    43,782 miles
    Test number
    116896245129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,612 miles (+7,677)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    36,612 miles
    Test number
    288408854117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,935 miles (+9,606)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    28,935 miles
    Test number
    465057923157
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
  21. Pass19,329 miles (+8,033)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    19,329 miles
    Test number
    848099022136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass11,296 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    11,296 miles
    Test number
    338393831102
    • NoteSteering column rake adjustment slight play
  23. Fail11,296 miles3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,296 miles
    Test number
    796081331121
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNearside wing mirror missing
    • NoteSteering column rake adjustment slight play

Questions about LD08 CVH

Does LD08 CVH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 CVH is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 CVH?
The MOT on LD08 CVH is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 CVH done?
LD08 CVH was recorded at 116,381 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 7,013 miles a year.
Has LD08 CVH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 CVH has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 CVH 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 LD08 CVH find?
LD08 CVH passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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