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Volvo S40

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,997 cc

LR55 AYLMOT history

LR55 AYL is a blue diesel Volvo S40 first used on 19 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 142,431 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

LR55 AYL blue Volvo S40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jun 2027
Mileage
142,431 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,946 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 AYL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 AYL was last recorded at 142,431 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 37 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,394 miles · 2 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
37 miles
Average per year
5,946 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,431 miles
  • 2025 – 137,405 miles
  • 2024 – 130,822 miles
  • 2023 – 125,078 miles
  • 2022 – 119,076 miles
  • 2021 – 113,633 miles
  • 2020 – 109,190 miles
  • 2019 – 104,366 miles
  • 2018 – 102,867 miles
  • 2017 – 98,017 miles
  • 2016 – 92,890 miles
  • 2015 – 88,212 miles
  • 2014 – 82,902 miles
  • 2013 – 77,139 miles
  • 2012 – 70,485 miles
  • 2011 – 65,702 miles
  • 2010 – 60,996 miles
  • 2009 – 54,336 miles
  • 2008 – 37,320 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,431 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring rubbing on inner wheel archRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both have multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryReversing lights not workingRecorded 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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 29 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,431 miles (+37)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    142,431 miles
    Test number
    183250340246
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring rubbing on inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both have multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryReversing lights not working

  2. Fail142,394 miles (+4,989)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,394 miles
    Test number
    711369744246
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure on rack (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring rubbing on inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both have multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryReversing lights not working

  3. Pass137,405 miles (+60)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    137,405 miles
    Test number
    655087196272
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has various cuts in tread.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Top of coil spring is rubbing body.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Tail pipe bracket broken. (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail137,345 miles (+6,523)1 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,345 miles
    Test number
    764773075745
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has various cuts in tread.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Top of coil spring is rubbing body.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Tail pipe bracket broken. (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass130,822 miles (+5,744)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    130,822 miles
    Test number
    318589346207
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Top coil of spring is rubbing on body.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Rear silencer hanger bracket is broken. (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass125,078 miles (+14)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    125,078 miles
    Test number
    396728828470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail125,064 miles (+5,988)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,064 miles
    Test number
    411385417800
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken Bottom coil is broken. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake only just made required efficiency. 17%.

  8. Pass119,076 miles (+5,443)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    119,076 miles
    Test number
    550788264289
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides, perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass113,633 miles (+4,443)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    113,633 miles
    Test number
    422955113093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass109,190 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    109,190 miles
    Test number
    623591047120
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Fail109,190 miles (+4,824)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,190 miles
    Test number
    214848297229
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass104,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    104,366 miles
    Test number
    480906068603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail104,366 miles (+1,499)3 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,366 miles
    Test number
    610670756769
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass102,867 miles (+4,850)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    102,867 miles
    Test number
    974357566596
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass98,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    98,017 miles
    Test number
    285389092709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail98,017 miles (+5,127)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,017 miles
    Test number
    170245034462
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass92,890 miles (+4,678)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    92,890 miles
    Test number
    914582383171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass88,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    88,212 miles
    Test number
    637811872111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail88,212 miles (+5,310)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,212 miles
    Test number
    555060566996
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

  20. Pass82,902 miles (+5,763)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    82,902 miles
    Test number
    507975564286
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass77,139 miles (+6,654)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    77,139 miles
    Test number
    268238363210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass70,485 miles (+4,783)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    70,485 miles
    Test number
    338175762408
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass65,702 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    65,702 miles
    Test number
    126944261292
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine coolant level low

  24. Fail65,702 miles (+4,706)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,702 miles
    Test number
    949814361256
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine coolant level low

  25. Pass60,996 miles (+6,660)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    60,996 miles
    Test number
    790760270299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass54,336 miles (+17,016)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    54,336 miles
    Test number
    223481979232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass37,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    37,320 miles
    Test number
    703223278228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail37,320 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,320 miles
    Test number
    771223078281
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about LR55 AYL

Does LR55 AYL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 AYL is valid until 11 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 AYL?
The MOT on LR55 AYL is valid until 11 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 AYL done?
LR55 AYL was recorded at 142,431 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 5,946 miles a year.
Has LR55 AYL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 AYL has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LR55 AYL 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 LR55 AYL find?
LR55 AYL passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside rear inner position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside front coil spring rubbing on inner wheel arch, and 5 more.

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