
Volvo S40
Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc
LP61 DMVMOT history
LP61 DMV is a black diesel Volvo S40 first used on 24 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 162,807 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 25 Feb 2027
- Mileage
- 162,807 mi
- At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
- MOT tests
- 18
- 12 passed · 6 failed
- Per year
- 8,214 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LP61 DMV
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volvo
- Model
- S40
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,560 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2012
- First used
- 24 Jan 2012
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 26 Feb 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LP61 DMV was last recorded at 162,807 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 162,805 miles · 25 Feb 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 2 miles
- Average per year
- 8,214 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 162,807 miles
- 2025 – 160,064 miles
- 2024 – 158,782 miles
- 2023 – 153,752 miles
- 2022 – 150,526 miles
- 2021 – 147,438 miles
- 2020 – 144,492 miles
- 2019 – 131,537 miles
- 2018 – 116,648 miles
- 2017 – 101,041 miles
- 2016 – 89,455 miles
- 2015 – 71,641 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened coffin arms both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both front and rear (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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 Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt
Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026
O/s/f tyre inner edge wear
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Exhaust corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Full MOT history
18 tests since 21 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass162,807 miles (+2)1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2027
- Odometer
- 162,807 miles
- Test number
- 889408815401
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened coffin arms both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both front and rear (0.1 (b))
Fail162,805 miles (+2,741)1 dangerous7 major1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 162,805 miles
- Test number
- 861504270870
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
- MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened coffin arms both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both front and rear (0.1 (b))
Pass160,064 miles (+1,282)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Feb 2026
- Odometer
- 160,064 miles
- Test number
- 442198079477
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass158,782 miles (+5,030)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Feb 2025
- Odometer
- 158,782 miles
- Test number
- 828425431399
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass153,752 miles (+16)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 23 Feb 2024
- Odometer
- 153,752 miles
- Test number
- 715601683980
- AdvisoryO/s/f tyre inner edge wear
Fail153,736 miles (+3,210)2 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 153,736 miles
- Test number
- 984050451305
- MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryO/s/f tyre inner edge wear
Pass150,526 miles (+274)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Feb 2023
- Odometer
- 150,526 miles
- Test number
- 319451755440
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail150,252 miles (+2,814)2 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 150,252 miles
- Test number
- 220353243235
- MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Pass147,438 miles (+2,946)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Feb 2022
- Odometer
- 147,438 miles
- Test number
- 667025696476
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass144,492 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 144,492 miles
- Test number
- 679331242966
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryExhaust corroded
Fail144,492 miles (+12,955)5 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 144,492 miles
- Test number
- 554966240182
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low adjuster not working (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low adjuster not working (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryExhaust corroded
Pass131,537 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jan 2020
- Odometer
- 131,537 miles
- Test number
- 615680023708
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust system carroded
Fail131,537 miles (+14,889)1 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 131,537 miles
- Test number
- 727686615260
- MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust system carroded
Pass116,648 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jan 2019
- Odometer
- 116,648 miles
- Test number
- 164321054848
- AdvisoryClutch pedal anti slip rubber missing
Fail116,648 miles (+15,607)2 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 116,648 miles
- Test number
- 797026260140
- Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low both sides adjusted now ok (1.8)
- Repaired at testNearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure outer clip fitted (2.2.D.2d)
- AdvisoryClutch pedal anti slip rubber missing
Pass101,041 miles (+11,586)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jan 2018
- Odometer
- 101,041 miles
- Test number
- 257103340553
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass89,455 miles (+17,814)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jan 2017
- Odometer
- 89,455 miles
- Test number
- 472629140108
- AdvisoryChild seat fitted obscuring adult belt/seat
- AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring items
- AdvisoryFront wipers starting to smear screen
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm + worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wearing low on inner edge
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Pass71,641 miles2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jan 2016
- Odometer
- 71,641 miles
- Test number
- 425611325078
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Questions about LP61 DMV
- Does LP61 DMV currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP61 DMV is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LP61 DMV?
- The MOT on LP61 DMV is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LP61 DMV done?
- LP61 DMV was recorded at 162,807 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 8,214 miles a year.
- Has LP61 DMV ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LP61 DMV has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2026.
- Has the mileage on LP61 DMV 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 LP61 DMV find?
- LP61 DMV passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.
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