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Volvo S40

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,798 cc

LR05 UGWMOT history

LR05 UGW is a silver petrol Volvo S40 first used on 31 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 112,698 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

LR05 UGW silver Volvo S40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 May 2027
Mileage
112,698 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,896 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 UGW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 UGW was last recorded at 112,698 miles on 11 May 2026, 5,696 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,002 miles · 10 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,696 miles
Average per year
4,896 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,698 miles
  • 2025 – 107,002 miles
  • 2024 – 97,021 miles
  • 2023 – 88,712 miles
  • 2022 – 86,446 miles
  • 2021 – 79,358 miles
  • 2020 – 69,866 miles
  • 2019 – 64,035 miles
  • 2018 – 61,143 miles
  • 2017 – 57,902 miles
  • 2016 – 54,612 miles
  • 2015 – 51,452 miles
  • 2014 – 48,056 miles
  • 2013 – 42,746 miles
  • 2012 – 38,105 miles
  • 2011 – 36,154 miles
  • 2010 – 32,879 miles
  • 2009 – 27,566 miles
  • 2008 – 24,033 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,698 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear facing both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 31 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,698 miles (+5,696)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2027
    Odometer
    112,698 miles
    Test number
    544711921901
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Pass107,002 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    107,002 miles
    Test number
    160614202088
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  3. Fail107,002 miles (+9,981)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,002 miles
    Test number
    171074385312
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  4. Pass97,021 miles (+8,309)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    97,021 miles
    Test number
    157268387319
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both side front (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryParking brake weak
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering joints
  5. Pass88,712 miles (+2,266)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    88,712 miles
    Test number
    865159625683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass86,446 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    86,446 miles
    Test number
    268743562197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail86,446 miles (+7,088)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,446 miles
    Test number
    658090248518
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
  8. Pass79,358 miles (+174)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    79,358 miles
    Test number
    217167918017
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear facing both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Fail79,184 miles (+9,318)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,184 miles
    Test number
    382021061573
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear facing both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass69,866 miles (+5,831)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    69,866 miles
    Test number
    555608230730
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass64,035 miles (+2,892)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    64,035 miles
    Test number
    200782636990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass61,143 miles (+3,241)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    61,143 miles
    Test number
    702109839717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,902 miles (+3,290)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    57,902 miles
    Test number
    981489563410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass54,612 miles (+3,160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    54,612 miles
    Test number
    841578688218
    • AdvisorySlight noise from near side rear wheel bearing
  15. Pass51,452 miles (+3,396)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    51,452 miles
    Test number
    279985085076
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
  16. Fail48,056 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,056 miles
    Test number
    338302074093
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  17. Pass48,056 miles (+5,310)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    48,056 miles
    Test number
    556422474050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,746 miles (+4,641)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    42,746 miles
    Test number
    146889183480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,105 miles (+1,951)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    38,105 miles
    Test number
    289246382064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,154 miles (+3,275)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    36,154 miles
    Test number
    167928171435
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  21. Pass32,879 miles (+5,313)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    32,879 miles
    Test number
    304919570051
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass27,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    27,566 miles
    Test number
    890399989035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail27,564 miles (+3,531)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,564 miles
    Test number
    383489389029
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  24. Pass24,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    24,033 miles
    Test number
    244911298093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 UGW

Does LR05 UGW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 UGW is valid until 10 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 UGW?
The MOT on LR05 UGW is valid until 10 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 UGW done?
LR05 UGW was recorded at 112,698 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 4,896 miles a year.
Has LR05 UGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 UGW has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LR05 UGW 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 LR05 UGW find?
LR05 UGW passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 2 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; rear exhaust mounting defective.

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