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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
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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.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
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

Pass162,807 miles
  • 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

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 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.

  1. 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))
  2. 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))
  3. 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))
  4. 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))
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. Pass150,526 miles (+274)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    150,526 miles
    Test number
    319451755440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. 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))
  9. 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))
  10. 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
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. Pass116,648 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    116,648 miles
    Test number
    164321054848
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal anti slip rubber missing
  15. 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
  16. Pass101,041 miles (+11,586)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    101,041 miles
    Test number
    257103340553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. 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)
  18. 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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