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Volvo S40

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 2,401 cc

LR08 YXCMOT history

LR08 YXC is a blue diesel Volvo S40 first used on 20 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 173,719 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

LR08 YXC blue Volvo S40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
173,719 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,422 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 YXC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 YXC was last recorded at 173,719 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 755 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,964 miles · 29 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
755 miles
Average per year
8,422 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,719 miles
  • 2025 – 172,964 miles
  • 2024 – 172,117 miles
  • 2023 – 168,466 miles
  • 2022 – 159,296 miles
  • 2021 – 152,429 miles
  • 2020 – 151,034 miles
  • 2019 – 141,643 miles
  • 2018 – 128,349 miles
  • 2017 – 112,496 miles
  • 2016 – 93,607 miles
  • 2015 – 74,111 miles
  • 2014 – 57,793 miles
  • 2013 – 50,747 miles
  • 2012 – 47,483 miles
  • 2011 – 43,852 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,719 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • FRONT SUBFRAME CORRODED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive GEAR BOX LEAKING

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • REAR SUBFRAME CORRODED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,719 miles (+755)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    173,719 miles
    Test number
    971550615261
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass172,964 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    172,964 miles
    Test number
    263596026203
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail172,964 miles (+847)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,964 miles
    Test number
    318882141875
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass172,117 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    172,117 miles
    Test number
    809157006376
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail172,117 miles (+3,651)2 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,117 miles
    Test number
    465694269245
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass168,466 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    168,466 miles
    Test number
    111411663534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail168,460 miles (+9,164)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,460 miles
    Test number
    101674861994
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

  8. Pass159,296 miles (+6,867)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    159,296 miles
    Test number
    315939351205
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass152,429 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    152,429 miles
    Test number
    935337075334
    • AdvisoryFRONT SUBFRAME CORRODED
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive GEAR BOX LEAKING (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryREAR SUBFRAME CORRODED
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail152,428 miles (+1,394)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,428 miles
    Test number
    851461311545
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFRONT SUBFRAME CORRODED
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive GEAR BOX LEAKING (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryREAR SUBFRAME CORRODED
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass151,034 miles (+9,391)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    151,034 miles
    Test number
    440202669986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass141,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    141,643 miles
    Test number
    254184066666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail141,643 miles (+13,294)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,643 miles
    Test number
    435697262967
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass128,349 miles (+15,853)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    128,349 miles
    Test number
    346540021162
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt O/s &N/s
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear Tyres stepping and worn low (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass112,496 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    112,496 miles
    Test number
    583626584566
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres tread out of shape

  16. Fail112,496 miles (+18,889)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,496 miles
    Test number
    814369403624
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres tread out of shape

  17. Pass93,607 miles (+19,496)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    93,607 miles
    Test number
    510293858597
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyers worn on inner edge

  18. Pass74,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    74,111 miles
    Test number
    367058815401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail74,111 miles (+16,318)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,111 miles
    Test number
    438418715247
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  20. Pass57,793 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    57,793 miles
    Test number
    369321734422
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has damage to outer wall
    • NoteNearside front tyre has slight wear to inner edge
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has 2 nails in tread

  21. Fail57,793 miles (+7,046)1 failure4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,793 miles
    Test number
    505151634286
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has damage to outer wall
    • NoteNearside front tyre has slight wear to inner edge
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has 2 nails in tread

  22. Pass50,747 miles (+3,264)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    50,747 miles
    Test number
    727792393072
    • NoteNo emissions print out - to clean

  23. Pass47,483 miles (+3,631)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    47,483 miles
    Test number
    128791792446
    • NotePassed emissions-no print out due to low emission

  24. Pass43,852 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    43,852 miles
    Test number
    596798991032
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR08 YXC

Does LR08 YXC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 YXC is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 YXC?
The MOT on LR08 YXC is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 YXC done?
LR08 YXC was recorded at 173,719 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 8,422 miles a year.
Has LR08 YXC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 YXC has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 YXC 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 LR08 YXC find?
LR08 YXC passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 1 more.

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