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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LL57 GZXMOT history

LL57 GZX is a black petrol Volvo S40 first used on 13 Feb 2008. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 115,672 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

LL57 GZX black Volvo S40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
115,672 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,402 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL57 GZX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
13 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL57 GZX was last recorded at 115,672 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 4,759 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,913 miles · 14 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,759 miles
Average per year
6,402 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 115,672 miles
  • 2024 – 110,913 miles
  • 2023 – 105,038 miles
  • 2022 – 98,989 miles
  • 2021 – 91,796 miles
  • 2020 – 83,789 miles
  • 2019 – 73,827 miles
  • 2018 – 63,873 miles
  • 2017 – 48,487 miles
  • 2016 – 45,650 miles
  • 2015 – 40,452 miles
  • 2014 – 35,571 miles
  • 2013 – 31,667 miles
  • 2012 – 25,846 miles
  • 2011 – 21,215 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,672 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear tyres worn/stepped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,672 miles (+4,759)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    115,672 miles
    Test number
    308651284838
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass110,913 miles (+5,875)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    110,913 miles
    Test number
    895054038341
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass105,038 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    105,038 miles
    Test number
    240920452130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail105,037 miles (+6,048)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,037 miles
    Test number
    961300301575
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass98,989 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    98,989 miles
    Test number
    970602346454
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail98,989 miles (+7,193)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,989 miles
    Test number
    368152810910
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass91,796 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    91,796 miles
    Test number
    793669589178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail91,796 miles (+8,007)2 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,796 miles
    Test number
    672007748128
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass83,789 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    83,789 miles
    Test number
    399880256747
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn/stepped
  10. Fail83,789 miles (+9,962)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,789 miles
    Test number
    866944620742
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn/stepped
  11. Pass73,827 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,827 miles
    Test number
    492484109980
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Fail73,827 miles (+9,954)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,827 miles
    Test number
    115643376088
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass63,873 miles (+15,386)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    63,873 miles
    Test number
    572144165555
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  14. Pass48,487 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    48,487 miles
    Test number
    888199296976
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake slightly binding - Advise further inspection
    • AdvisoryOffside front tire worn on the inner edge - Advise replacement
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brakes slightly imbalanced - Advise further inspection
  15. Fail48,487 miles (+2,837)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,487 miles
    Test number
    453102248016
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake slightly binding - Advise further inspection
    • AdvisoryOffside front tire worn on the inner edge - Advise replacement
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brakes slightly imbalanced - Advise further inspection
  16. Pass45,650 miles (+5,198)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    45,650 miles
    Test number
    563044732129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,452 miles (+4,881)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    40,452 miles
    Test number
    338010045066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,571 miles (+3,904)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    35,571 miles
    Test number
    259221654026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,667 miles (+5,821)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    31,667 miles
    Test number
    325243253032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,846 miles (+4,631)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    25,846 miles
    Test number
    186955722492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    21,215 miles
    Test number
    398042541008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL57 GZX

Does LL57 GZX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL57 GZX is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL57 GZX?
The MOT on LL57 GZX is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL57 GZX done?
LL57 GZX was recorded at 115,672 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 6,402 miles a year.
Has LL57 GZX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL57 GZX has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LL57 GZX 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 LL57 GZX find?
LL57 GZX passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive engine; oil leak, but not excessive gearbox.

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