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Volvo S40

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LP08 VVEMOT history

LP08 VVE is a silver petrol Volvo S40 first used on 27 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 155,265 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

LP08 VVE silver Volvo S40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2027
Mileage
155,265 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,398 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 VVE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 VVE was last recorded at 155,265 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 4,926 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,339 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,926 miles
Average per year
6,398 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,265 miles
  • 2025 – 150,339 miles
  • 2024 – 146,445 miles
  • 2023 – 142,235 miles
  • 2022 – 136,154 miles
  • 2021 – 125,650 miles
  • 2020 – 110,941 miles
  • 2019 – 92,005 miles
  • 2018 – 87,662 miles
  • 2017 – 83,029 miles
  • 2016 – 78,877 miles
  • 2015 – 74,565 miles
  • 2014 – 70,179 miles
  • 2013 – 66,296 miles
  • 2012 – 63,337 miles
  • 2011 – 61,497 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,265 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 19 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,265 miles (+4,926)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    155,265 miles
    Test number
    486591811539
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  2. Pass150,339 miles (+3,894)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    150,339 miles
    Test number
    761156650683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass146,445 miles (+4,210)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    146,445 miles
    Test number
    560425997317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass142,235 miles (+6,081)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    142,235 miles
    Test number
    200191399479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass136,154 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    136,154 miles
    Test number
    619112440385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail136,154 miles (+10,504)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,154 miles
    Test number
    594012777730
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  7. Pass125,650 miles (+14,709)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    125,650 miles
    Test number
    910805161395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass110,941 miles (+18,936)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    110,941 miles
    Test number
    326765376447
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Minor Crack in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
  9. Pass92,005 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    92,005 miles
    Test number
    763858066078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail92,005 miles (+4,343)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,005 miles
    Test number
    745093059017
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass87,662 miles (+4,633)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    87,662 miles
    Test number
    331128150781
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass83,029 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    83,029 miles
    Test number
    640328515378
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  13. Fail83,028 miles (+4,151)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,028 miles
    Test number
    223335969235
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector more than 50% obscured (1.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Pass78,877 miles (+4,312)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    78,877 miles
    Test number
    149761246918
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush o/s and n/s front wishbone rear mounting bushes. (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s front tyres near wear bars.
  15. Pass74,565 miles (+4,386)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    74,565 miles
    Test number
    955866899737
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inside edge(not to cord) (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tyre
  16. Pass70,179 miles (+3,883)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    70,179 miles
    Test number
    277324584213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass66,296 miles (+2,959)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    66,296 miles
    Test number
    839001493265
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
  18. Pass63,337 miles (+1,840)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    63,337 miles
    Test number
    326961102392
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  19. Pass61,497 miles (+3,271)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    61,497 miles
    Test number
    478158081293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail58,226 miles5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,226 miles
    Test number
    735831131239
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Questions about LP08 VVE

Does LP08 VVE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 VVE is valid until 26 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 VVE?
The MOT on LP08 VVE is valid until 26 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 VVE done?
LP08 VVE was recorded at 155,265 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 6,398 miles a year.
Has LP08 VVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 VVE has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LP08 VVE 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 LP08 VVE find?
LP08 VVE passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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