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Volvo V40

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,876 cc

LD53 FWLMOT history

LD53 FWL is a silver diesel Volvo V40 first used on 17 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 2 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 33 MOT tests, with 179,504 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Nov 2024
Mileage
179,504 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2023
MOT tests
33
18 passed · 15 failed
Per year
6,722 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 FWL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,876 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 FWL was last recorded at 179,504 miles on 12 Oct 2023, 2,106 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,398 miles · 13 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
2,106 miles
Average per year
6,722 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 179,504 miles
  • 2022 – 177,398 miles
  • 2021 – 173,883 miles
  • 2020 – 170,899 miles
  • 2019 – 168,593 miles
  • 2018 – 166,325 miles
  • 2017 – 161,578 miles
  • 2016 – 158,469 miles
  • 2015 – 155,065 miles
  • 2014 – 150,234 miles
  • 2013 – 146,091 miles
  • 2012 – 142,227 miles
  • 2011 – 137,799 miles
  • 2010 – 135,227 miles
  • 2009 – 129,892 miles
  • 2008 – 109,088 miles
  • 2007 – 88,762 miles
  • 2006 – 65,230 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,504 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine Area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

33 tests since 12 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,504 miles (+2,106)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    179,504 miles
    Test number
    993216188096
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass177,398 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    177,398 miles
    Test number
    904539224820
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside corroded

  3. Fail177,398 miles (+3,515)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,398 miles
    Test number
    197305412253
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside corroded

  4. Pass173,883 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    173,883 miles
    Test number
    853748717035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine Area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail173,883 miles (+2,984)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,883 miles
    Test number
    596942398500
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine Area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass170,899 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    170,899 miles
    Test number
    507231850014
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Fail170,892 miles (+2,299)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,892 miles
    Test number
    443828590931
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded Across Rear Floor (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass168,593 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    168,593 miles
    Test number
    994888112451
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail168,592 miles (+2,267)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,592 miles
    Test number
    252028342169
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass166,325 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    166,325 miles
    Test number
    354483376515
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test Phone Holder

  11. Fail166,324 miles (+4,746)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,324 miles
    Test number
    610333729925
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test Phone Holder

  12. Pass161,578 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    161,578 miles
    Test number
    924819299982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail161,577 miles (+3,108)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,577 miles
    Test number
    940998934524
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both front tyres wear to edges (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass158,469 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    158,469 miles
    Test number
    424292236897
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  15. Fail158,469 miles (+3,404)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,469 miles
    Test number
    273892036895
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  16. Pass155,065 miles (+121)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    155,065 miles
    Test number
    384086855216
    • AdvisoryBaby seat fitted to rear belt

  17. Fail154,944 miles (+4,710)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,944 miles
    Test number
    904716167108
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBaby seat fitted to rear belt

  18. Pass150,234 miles (+4)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    150,234 miles
    Test number
    347845304325
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail150,230 miles (+4,139)7 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,230 miles
    Test number
    787533494200
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOff side front tyre pressure very low

  20. Pass146,091 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    146,091 miles
    Test number
    256874883290
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail146,091 miles (+3,864)1 repaired5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,091 miles
    Test number
    799444383214
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass142,227 miles (+13)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    142,227 miles
    Test number
    746525182226
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Fail142,214 miles (+4,415)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,214 miles
    Test number
    716722182231
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Pass137,799 miles (+2,572)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    137,799 miles
    Test number
    386928871239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass135,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    135,227 miles
    Test number
    572572790206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail135,227 miles (+5,335)12 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,227 miles
    Test number
    944751090292
    • FailureBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Brake relay lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass129,892 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    129,892 miles
    Test number
    372799089264
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Fail129,892 miles (+20,804)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,892 miles
    Test number
    782789989252
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  29. Pass109,088 miles (+20,326)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    109,088 miles
    Test number
    753743788293
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  30. Pass88,762 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    88,762 miles
    Test number
    670876687216
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  31. Fail88,762 miles (+23,532)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,762 miles
    Test number
    861066887213
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  32. Pass65,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    65,230 miles
    Test number
    464005186222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail65,230 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,230 miles
    Test number
    572125186236
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about LD53 FWL

Does LD53 FWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 FWL expired on 2 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 FWL?
The MOT on LD53 FWL expired on 2 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 FWL done?
LD53 FWL was recorded at 179,504 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2023, an average of 6,722 miles a year.
Has LD53 FWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 FWL has failed 15 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LD53 FWL 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 LD53 FWL find?
LD53 FWL passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; offside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; oil leak, but not excessive.

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