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Volvo V40

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,834 cc

LF52 BUUMOT history

LF52 BUU is a blue petrol Volvo V40 first used on 30 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 25 Aug 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 75,384 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Aug 2023
Mileage
75,384 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,249 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 BUU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,834 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 BUU was last recorded at 75,384 miles on 22 Aug 2022, 1,598 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,786 miles · 26 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
1,598 miles
Average per year
3,249 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 75,384 miles
  • 2021 – 73,786 miles
  • 2020 – 71,743 miles
  • 2019 – 70,707 miles
  • 2018 – 69,056 miles
  • 2017 – 67,095 miles
  • 2016 – 64,242 miles
  • 2015 – 61,245 miles
  • 2014 – 53,652 miles
  • 2013 – 52,922 miles
  • 2012 – 50,085 miles
  • 2011 – 49,517 miles
  • 2010 – 47,972 miles
  • 2008 – 42,950 miles
  • 2007 – 33,294 miles
  • 2006 – 23,638 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,384 miles
  • MinorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both Fronts (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryEML IlluminatedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryEngine Oil @ Min Level
  • AdvisoryFuel Cap Seal Slightly perished
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Borderline (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Fuel Cap Seal Deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,384 miles (+1,598)3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    75,384 miles
    Test number
    786636070153
    • MinorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both Fronts (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML Illuminated
    • AdvisoryEngine Oil @ Min Level
    • AdvisoryFuel Cap Seal Slightly perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Borderline (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass73,786 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    73,786 miles
    Test number
    993361188475
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Boot secure and complete but leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both Rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Cap Seal Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail73,781 miles (+2,038)1 dangerous2 repaired3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,781 miles
    Test number
    585178582885
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Boot secure and complete but leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both Rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Cap Seal Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass71,743 miles3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    71,743 miles
    Test number
    415167240451
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Borderline (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBulb warning Illuminated but all lights functioning at time of test
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Rear indicators (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEML Illuminated
    • AdvisoryFuel Cap Seal Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lamp has condensation
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail71,743 miles (+1,036)3 repaired3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,743 miles
    Test number
    828858459131
    • Repaired at testFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Borderline (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBulb warning Illuminated but all lights functioning at time of test
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Rear indicators (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEML Illuminated
    • AdvisoryFuel Cap Seal Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lamp has condensation
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass70,707 miles (+1,651)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    70,707 miles
    Test number
    755461405773
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Borderline (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminated
    • AdvisoryEngine oil below minimum level
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Borderline (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated; borderline
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass69,056 miles (+1,961)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    69,056 miles
    Test number
    373057427277
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  8. Pass67,095 miles (+2,853)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    67,095 miles
    Test number
    150376778248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass64,242 miles (+2,997)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    64,242 miles
    Test number
    245622611137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,245 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    61,245 miles
    Test number
    148304625021
    • NoteN/s/f cv boot outer clip corroded

  11. Fail61,245 miles (+7,593)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,245 miles
    Test number
    909913725001
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass53,652 miles (+730)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    53,652 miles
    Test number
    837354524078
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail52,922 miles2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,922 miles
    Test number
    187844223029
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBrake noise and brake pedal pulsating when brakes are applied
    • NoteGear lever mechanism stiff

  14. Pass52,922 miles (+2,837)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    52,922 miles
    Test number
    745884623098
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBrake noise and brake pedal pulsating when brakes are applied
    • NoteGear lever mechanism stiff

  15. Pass50,085 miles (+568)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    50,085 miles
    Test number
    657504122040
    • NoteFront brake discs have surface corrosion but not weakened
    • NoteRear brake discs have surface corrosion but not weakened

  16. Pass49,517 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    49,517 miles
    Test number
    249796621080
    • NoteAll discs corroded

  17. Fail49,517 miles (+1,545)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,517 miles
    Test number
    796305621023
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteAll discs corroded

  18. Fail47,972 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,972 miles
    Test number
    543588720086
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass47,972 miles (+5,022)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    47,972 miles
    Test number
    683168820088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,950 miles (+9,656)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    42,950 miles
    Test number
    644352958248
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass33,294 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    33,294 miles
    Test number
    364768367486
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail33,294 miles (+9,656)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,294 miles
    Test number
    370978767257
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass23,638 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    23,638 miles
    Test number
    321831566443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 BUU

Does LF52 BUU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 BUU expired on 25 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 BUU?
The MOT on LF52 BUU expired on 25 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 BUU done?
LF52 BUU was recorded at 75,384 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2022, an average of 3,249 miles a year.
Has LF52 BUU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 BUU has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on LF52 BUU 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 LF52 BUU find?
LF52 BUU passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2022 with 3 minor defects and 11 advisories: anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both fronts; nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 11 more.

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