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Volvo S40

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LL08 BYJMOT history

LL08 BYJ is a blue diesel Volvo S40 first used on 10 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 14 Apr 2026 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 137,013 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2025.

LL08 BYJ blue Volvo S40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 14 Apr 2026
Mileage
137,013 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2025
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,604 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 BYJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
10 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 BYJ was last recorded at 137,013 miles on 15 Apr 2025, 13,580 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,433 miles · 13 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
13,580 miles
Average per year
8,604 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 137,013 miles
  • 2024 – 123,433 miles
  • 2022 – 115,319 miles
  • 2021 – 107,562 miles
  • 2020 – 101,896 miles
  • 2019 – 90,716 miles
  • 2018 – 77,810 miles
  • 2017 – 64,760 miles
  • 2016 – 55,501 miles
  • 2014 – 47,458 miles
  • 2013 – 37,194 miles
  • 2012 – 27,023 miles
  • 2011 – 16,289 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,013 miles
  • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

17 tests since 4 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,013 miles (+13,580)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    137,013 miles
    Test number
    191752480120
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass123,433 miles (+8,114)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    123,433 miles
    Test number
    657599760695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass115,319 miles (+7,757)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    115,319 miles
    Test number
    461275270475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass107,562 miles (+5,666)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    107,562 miles
    Test number
    669943976580
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass101,896 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    101,896 miles
    Test number
    751718523401
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  6. Fail101,896 miles (+11,180)2 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,896 miles
    Test number
    757323962338
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass90,716 miles (+12,906)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    90,716 miles
    Test number
    165929927163
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inner tread

  8. Pass77,810 miles (+13,050)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    77,810 miles
    Test number
    667060830114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass64,760 miles (+9,259)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    64,760 miles
    Test number
    836718162536
    • AdvisoryBoth front discs worn
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres near legal limit (205/55/16)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f lower suspension arm bush deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracking

  10. Pass55,501 miles (+8,043)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    55,501 miles
    Test number
    593595330721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail47,458 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,458 miles
    Test number
    149196234377
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass47,458 miles (+42)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    47,458 miles
    Test number
    658036634306
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail47,416 miles (+10,222)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,416 miles
    Test number
    409784354198
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass37,194 miles (+10,171)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    37,194 miles
    Test number
    646783923150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass27,023 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    27,023 miles
    Test number
    649979512158
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail27,023 miles (+10,734)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,023 miles
    Test number
    938759612165
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass16,289 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    16,289 miles
    Test number
    627244691050
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LL08 BYJ

Does LL08 BYJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL08 BYJ expired on 14 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL08 BYJ?
The MOT on LL08 BYJ expired on 14 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL08 BYJ done?
LL08 BYJ was recorded at 137,013 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2025, an average of 8,604 miles a year.
Has LL08 BYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 BYJ has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on LL08 BYJ 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 LL08 BYJ find?
LL08 BYJ passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2025 with 3 advisories: hydraulic leak, but not excessive; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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