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Volvo S40

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,948 cc

LR03 ZYCMOT history

LR03 ZYC is a blue petrol Volvo S40 first used on 30 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 5 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 120,096 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Dec 2022
Mileage
120,096 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2021
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,229 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 ZYC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,948 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
6 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 ZYC was last recorded at 120,096 miles on 6 Dec 2021, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Jun 2019: 11,407 miles, lower than 104,263 miles on 2 Jun 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,096 miles · 4 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,229 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 120,096 miles
  • 2020 – 116,915 miles
  • 2019 – 110,407 miles
  • 2018 – 104,263 miles
  • 2017 – 97,707 miles
  • 2016 – 90,716 miles
  • 2015 – 83,434 miles
  • 2014 – 77,342 miles
  • 2013 – 71,120 miles
  • 2012 – 64,882 miles
  • 2011 – 58,072 miles
  • 2010 – 51,349 miles
  • 2009 – 44,075 miles
  • 2008 – 37,146 miles
  • 2007 – 29,742 miles
  • 2006 – 22,950 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,096 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front nearing legal limit (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lamp cracked but operating to requirementsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front stone chip on windscreen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front wiper smearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Both rear tyres perished on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,096 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    120,096 miles
    Test number
    515649931786
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front nearing legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lamp cracked but operating to requirements
  2. Fail120,096 miles (+3,181)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,096 miles
    Test number
    423290987132
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front nearing legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lamp cracked but operating to requirements
  3. Pass116,915 miles (+6,508)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    116,915 miles
    Test number
    151907252642
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
  4. Pass110,407 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    110,407 miles
    Test number
    456128395353
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Fail11,407 miles (-92,856)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,407 miles
    Test number
    756096256905
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass104,263 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    104,263 miles
    Test number
    162867545033
    • AdvisoryFront stone chip on windscreen
    • AdvisoryFront wiper smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Fail104,263 miles (+6,556)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,263 miles
    Test number
    702345068601
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront stone chip on windscreen
    • AdvisoryFront wiper smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass97,707 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    97,707 miles
    Test number
    877315093609
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  9. Fail97,707 miles (+6,991)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,707 miles
    Test number
    785200915638
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  10. Pass90,716 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    90,716 miles
    Test number
    336255006482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySlight play offside wiper spindle
  11. Fail90,716 miles (+7,282)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,716 miles
    Test number
    780900033743
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight play offside wiper spindle
  12. Pass83,434 miles (+6,092)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    83,434 miles
    Test number
    195434735155
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  13. Pass77,342 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    77,342 miles
    Test number
    617783334196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail77,341 miles (+6,221)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,341 miles
    Test number
    725532134190
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  15. Pass71,120 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    71,120 miles
    Test number
    435241633184
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  16. Fail71,120 miles (+6,238)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,120 miles
    Test number
    909291833196
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass64,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    64,882 miles
    Test number
    779689722179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail64,882 miles (+6,810)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,882 miles
    Test number
    298239622470
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  19. Pass58,072 miles (+6,723)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2012
    Odometer
    58,072 miles
    Test number
    448354621159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,349 miles (+7,274)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    51,349 miles
    Test number
    792957920112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,075 miles (+6,929)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2010
    Odometer
    44,075 miles
    Test number
    380481919171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,146 miles (+7,404)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2009
    Odometer
    37,146 miles
    Test number
    220296108183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass29,742 miles (+6,792)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    29,742 miles
    Test number
    983821927193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,950 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    22,950 miles
    Test number
    264313026416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail22,949 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,949 miles
    Test number
    952313126145
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about LR03 ZYC

Does LR03 ZYC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 ZYC expired on 5 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 ZYC?
The MOT on LR03 ZYC expired on 5 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 ZYC done?
LR03 ZYC was recorded at 120,096 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2021, an average of 6,229 miles a year.
Has LR03 ZYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 ZYC has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LR03 ZYC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Jun 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR03 ZYC find?
LR03 ZYC passed its latest MOT on 6 Dec 2021 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front nearing legal limit; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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