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Volvo S40

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,560 cc

LR59 DFEMOT history

LR59 DFE is a grey diesel Volvo S40 first used on 17 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 122,117 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

LR59 DFE grey Volvo S40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jan 2027
Mileage
122,117 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,211 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 DFE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
17 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR59 DFE was last recorded at 122,117 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 10,383 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,734 miles · 23 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
10,383 miles
Average per year
7,211 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,117 miles
  • 2025 – 111,734 miles
  • 2024 – 83,770 miles
  • 2023 – 71,513 miles
  • 2022 – 68,381 miles
  • 2021 – 65,345 miles
  • 2019 – 61,547 miles
  • 2018 – 54,354 miles
  • 2017 – 49,039 miles
  • 2016 – 42,353 miles
  • 2015 – 37,476 miles
  • 2014 – 30,821 miles
  • 2013 – 26,151 miles
  • 2012 – 20,903 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail122,117 miles
  • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail122,117 miles (+10,383)9 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,117 miles
    Test number
    825865586199
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass111,734 miles (+240)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    111,734 miles
    Test number
    371841870647
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  3. Fail111,494 miles (+10,711)8 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,494 miles
    Test number
    226749706649
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  4. Pass100,783 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    100,783 miles
    Test number
    718063647022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail100,783 miles (+17,013)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,783 miles
    Test number
    845656355098
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass83,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    83,770 miles
    Test number
    101539570629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail83,770 miles (+12,257)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,770 miles
    Test number
    608598289263
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass71,513 miles (+3,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    71,513 miles
    Test number
    654557994983
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass68,381 miles (+3,036)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    68,381 miles
    Test number
    710860793740
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass65,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    65,345 miles
    Test number
    398038645475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail65,344 miles (+3,797)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,344 miles
    Test number
    194414164022
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50-17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass61,547 miles (+7,193)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    61,547 miles
    Test number
    416576540152
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all four (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt O/S and N/S

  13. Pass54,354 miles (+5,315)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    54,354 miles
    Test number
    468514850098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,039 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    49,039 miles
    Test number
    752647956021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail49,036 miles (+6,683)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,036 miles
    Test number
    207138511121
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass42,353 miles (+4,877)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    42,353 miles
    Test number
    604098391677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    37,476 miles
    Test number
    924857840951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail37,476 miles (+6,655)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,476 miles
    Test number
    657054346080
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass30,821 miles (+4,670)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    30,821 miles
    Test number
    546501784297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail26,151 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,151 miles
    Test number
    276009303350
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteDeep cut in nearside front tyre tread distorted nearside rear tyre tread offside front tyre tread low and worn uneven

  21. Pass26,151 miles (+5,248)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    26,151 miles
    Test number
    419209103414
    • NoteDeep cut in nearside front tyre tread distorted nearside rear tyre tread offside front tyre tread low and worn uneven

  22. Pass20,903 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    20,903 miles
    Test number
    727259872216
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteAdvice inner rear pads on getting low

  23. Fail20,903 miles2 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,903 miles
    Test number
    725319772283
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteAdvice inner rear pads on getting low

Questions about LR59 DFE

Does LR59 DFE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 DFE is valid until 6 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 DFE?
The MOT on LR59 DFE is valid until 6 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 DFE done?
LR59 DFE was recorded at 122,117 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 7,211 miles a year.
Has LR59 DFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 DFE has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LR59 DFE 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 LR59 DFE find?
LR59 DFE failed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 9 major defects, 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: exhaust fumes entering cabin; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn; nearside front headlamp not working on dipped beam, and 12 more.

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