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Volvo V40

Red · Diesel · 2013 · 1,560 cc

LM63 VAUMOT history

LM63 VAU is a red diesel Volvo V40 first used on 19 Nov 2013. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 189,336 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

LM63 VAU red Volvo V40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
189,336 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,611 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM63 VAU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
19 Nov 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM63 VAU was last recorded at 189,336 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 14,387 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,949 miles · 27 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
14,387 miles
Average per year
12,611 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 189,336 miles
  • 2025 – 174,949 miles
  • 2024 – 159,432 miles
  • 2023 – 143,074 miles
  • 2022 – 132,980 miles
  • 2021 – 125,092 miles
  • 2020 – 118,076 miles
  • 2019 – 110,721 miles
  • 2018 – 97,511 miles
  • 2017 – 84,406 miles
  • 2016 – 64,796 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,336 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Starting To Wear Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 2 Nov 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,336 miles (+14,387)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    189,336 miles
    Test number
    912626428817
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Starting To Wear Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass174,949 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    174,949 miles
    Test number
    876454406901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail174,947 miles (+15,515)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,947 miles
    Test number
    688574226826
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Pass159,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    159,432 miles
    Test number
    430576964024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail159,432 miles (+16,358)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,432 miles
    Test number
    489065872285
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass143,074 miles (+4)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    143,074 miles
    Test number
    878474059462
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail143,070 miles (+10,090)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,070 miles
    Test number
    690629805179
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass132,980 miles (+7,888)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    132,980 miles
    Test number
    549373442654
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGES
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass125,092 miles (+7,016)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    125,092 miles
    Test number
    369582004599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass118,076 miles (+7,355)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    118,076 miles
    Test number
    843681497305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass110,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    110,721 miles
    Test number
    886130287661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail110,721 miles (+13,210)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,721 miles
    Test number
    179265131018
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass97,511 miles (+13,105)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    97,511 miles
    Test number
    607214866538
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer tyre sidewall deep cut but not showing cords

  14. Pass84,406 miles (+19,610)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    84,406 miles
    Test number
    380944323451
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre bold inner edge

  15. Pass64,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    64,796 miles
    Test number
    796658051324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail64,794 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,794 miles
    Test number
    137850424268
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed heavily worn on the inner edge to cord in places (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LM63 VAU

Does LM63 VAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM63 VAU is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM63 VAU?
The MOT on LM63 VAU is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM63 VAU done?
LM63 VAU was recorded at 189,336 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 12,611 miles a year.
Has LM63 VAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM63 VAU has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LM63 VAU 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 LM63 VAU find?
LM63 VAU passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge starting to wear inner edge.

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