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Volvo S40

Red · Petrol · 2006 · 1,798 cc

LK56 KXTMOT history

LK56 KXT is a red petrol Volvo S40 first used on 21 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 74,548 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

LK56 KXT red Volvo S40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jan 2027
Mileage
74,548 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,337 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK56 KXT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
21 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK56 KXT was last recorded at 74,548 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 2,588 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,960 miles · 16 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,588 miles
Average per year
4,337 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 74,548 miles
  • 2024 – 71,960 miles
  • 2023 – 67,414 miles
  • 2022 – 60,748 miles
  • 2021 – 54,656 miles
  • 2020 – 49,564 miles
  • 2019 – 45,645 miles
  • 2018 – 37,430 miles
  • 2017 – 33,066 miles
  • 2016 – 26,504 miles
  • 2015 – 19,484 miles
  • 2014 – 11,608 miles
  • 2013 – 9,595 miles
  • 2012 – 8,372 miles
  • 2011 – 7,031 miles
  • 2010 – 5,814 miles
  • 2009 – 4,888 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,548 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,548 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    74,548 miles
    Test number
    345889659159
    • MinorFront Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail74,548 miles (+2,588)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,548 miles
    Test number
    624154107459
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cracked ( cords in cracking ) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction phone holder (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass71,960 miles (+4,478)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    71,960 miles
    Test number
    838967421136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass67,482 miles (+68)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    67,482 miles
    Test number
    930506056794
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail67,414 miles (+6,666)2 dangerous2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,414 miles
    Test number
    991840408203
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended will not reel out (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Fuel pipe insecure front to rear (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass60,748 miles (+6,092)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    60,748 miles
    Test number
    120527831496
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield not fully secure
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass54,656 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    54,656 miles
    Test number
    200619151623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail54,656 miles (+5,092)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,656 miles
    Test number
    106980954433
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass49,564 miles (+3,919)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    49,564 miles
    Test number
    155089933070
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel lines bend and damaged

  10. Pass45,645 miles (+8,215)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    45,645 miles
    Test number
    696756120471
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack dampness at pinion

  11. Pass37,430 miles (+4,364)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    37,430 miles
    Test number
    956321301121
    • AdvisoryBoth front arms rear bushes are starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass33,066 miles (+36)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    33,066 miles
    Test number
    815613272689
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail33,030 miles (+6,526)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,030 miles
    Test number
    574436812969
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively OSF and NSF (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass26,504 miles (+7,020)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    26,504 miles
    Test number
    315915402567
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges and tread cracking
    • AdvisoryNSR tyre has wear on inner and cracking
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass19,484 miles (+7,876)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    19,484 miles
    Test number
    625092111654
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass11,608 miles (+2,013)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    11,608 miles
    Test number
    559323944312
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass9,595 miles (+1,223)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    9,595 miles
    Test number
    365901753380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass8,372 miles (+1,341)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    8,372 miles
    Test number
    469475552328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass7,031 miles (+1,217)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    7,031 miles
    Test number
    256923951378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass5,814 miles (+926)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    5,814 miles
    Test number
    481683630498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass4,888 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    4,888 miles
    Test number
    524120139317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK56 KXT

Does LK56 KXT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK56 KXT is valid until 3 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK56 KXT?
The MOT on LK56 KXT is valid until 3 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK56 KXT done?
LK56 KXT was recorded at 74,548 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 4,337 miles a year.
Has LK56 KXT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK56 KXT has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LK56 KXT 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 LK56 KXT find?
LK56 KXT passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported to rear; nearside front nail in tyre; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 2 more.

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