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Volvo S40

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LD08 SBZMOT history

LD08 SBZ is a red petrol Volvo S40 first used on 20 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 5 Nov 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 100,117 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

LD08 SBZ red Volvo S40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Nov 2027
Mileage
100,117 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,702 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 SBZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 SBZ was last recorded at 100,117 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 4,939 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,178 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,939 miles
Average per year
4,702 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,117 miles
  • 2025 – 95,178 miles
  • 2024 – 90,647 miles
  • 2023 – 83,553 miles
  • 2022 – 77,483 miles
  • 2021 – 71,914 miles
  • 2020 – 66,436 miles
  • 2019 – 62,364 miles
  • 2018 – 55,859 miles
  • 2017 – 48,556 miles
  • 2016 – 44,235 miles
  • 2015 – 40,607 miles
  • 2014 – 35,718 miles
  • 2013 – 32,106 miles
  • 2012 – 29,677 miles
  • 2011 – 27,690 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,117 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Both top mounts worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,117 miles (+4,939)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    100,117 miles
    Test number
    627832178060
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass95,178 miles (+4,531)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    95,178 miles
    Test number
    841101765427
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass90,647 miles (+76)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    90,647 miles
    Test number
    481881979218
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass90,571 miles (+4)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    90,571 miles
    Test number
    628435437886
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Both top mounts worn (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail90,567 miles (+7,014)1 dangerous1 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,567 miles
    Test number
    845566274461
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached Bolts loose (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Both top mounts worn (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass83,553 miles (+6,070)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    83,553 miles
    Test number
    880899290573
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
  7. Pass77,483 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    77,483 miles
    Test number
    525465544785
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail77,483 miles (+5,569)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,483 miles
    Test number
    278962738938
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass71,914 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    71,914 miles
    Test number
    987693402482
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail71,914 miles (+5,478)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,914 miles
    Test number
    792902621093
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass66,436 miles (+4,072)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    66,436 miles
    Test number
    802153231373
    • AdvisoryMinor bind on n/s/r brakes
    • AdvisoryO/s/f and n/s/r tyres 3mm -205/55/16v
    • AdvisoryWater ingress in o/s side repeater
  12. Pass62,364 miles (+6,505)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    62,364 miles
    Test number
    236320741837
    • 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. Pass55,859 miles (+7,303)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    55,859 miles
    Test number
    437757187696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,556 miles (+4,321)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    48,556 miles
    Test number
    856118358799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,235 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    44,235 miles
    Test number
    137831003080
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance and contaminated with water (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryFront reg plate cracked
    • AdvisoryRear bumper damaged
  16. Fail44,235 miles (+3,628)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,235 miles
    Test number
    505046165743
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance and contaminated with water (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryFront reg plate cracked
    • AdvisoryRear bumper damaged
  17. Pass40,607 miles (+4,889)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    40,607 miles
    Test number
    624368957040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,718 miles (+3,612)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    35,718 miles
    Test number
    528021884181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,106 miles (+2,429)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    32,106 miles
    Test number
    116852683147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,677 miles (+1,987)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    29,677 miles
    Test number
    765028832142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,690 miles (+57)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    27,690 miles
    Test number
    877877531184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  22. Fail27,633 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,633 miles
    Test number
    796616831151
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LD08 SBZ

Does LD08 SBZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 SBZ is valid until 5 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 SBZ?
The MOT on LD08 SBZ is valid until 5 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 SBZ done?
LD08 SBZ was recorded at 100,117 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 4,702 miles a year.
Has LD08 SBZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 SBZ has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LD08 SBZ 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 SBZ find?
LD08 SBZ passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; central rear upper stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; rear inner brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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