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Volvo S40

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,560 cc

LR59 DHMMOT history

LR59 DHM is a blue diesel Volvo S40 first used on 29 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 168,257 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

LR59 DHM blue Volvo S40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
168,257 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,759 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 DHM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 DHM was last recorded at 168,257 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 71 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,186 miles · 10 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
71 miles
Average per year
10,759 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,257 miles
  • 2025 – 157,687 miles
  • 2024 – 146,502 miles
  • 2023 – 132,985 miles
  • 2022 – 128,406 miles
  • 2021 – 123,606 miles
  • 2020 – 96,871 miles
  • 2019 – 85,714 miles
  • 2018 – 74,950 miles
  • 2017 – 66,196 miles
  • 2016 – 56,858 miles
  • 2015 – 47,761 miles
  • 2014 – 34,694 miles
  • 2013 – 26,159 miles
  • 2012 – 18,742 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,257 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases *REAR BOX* (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (nearside & offside) (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,257 miles (+71)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    168,257 miles
    Test number
    257038617591
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases *REAR BOX* (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (nearside & offside) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail168,186 miles (+10,499)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,186 miles
    Test number
    739221400233
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases *REAR BOX* (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (nearside & offside) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass157,687 miles (+11,185)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    157,687 miles
    Test number
    958873118862
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass146,502 miles (+78)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    146,502 miles
    Test number
    120992676642
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail146,424 miles (+13,439)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,424 miles
    Test number
    490584434553
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass132,985 miles (+4,579)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    132,985 miles
    Test number
    536085030633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass128,406 miles (+4,800)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    128,406 miles
    Test number
    477715923070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass123,606 miles (+26,735)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    123,606 miles
    Test number
    865056996987
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass96,871 miles (+11,157)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    96,871 miles
    Test number
    960185592762
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm + badly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine cover fitted preventing inspection of some component

  10. Pass85,714 miles (+10,764)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    85,714 miles
    Test number
    831826015365
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp has moisture in it which is starting to effect the beam pattern
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass74,950 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    74,950 miles
    Test number
    598783129552
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  12. Fail74,950 miles (+8,754)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,950 miles
    Test number
    150676746798
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested dipped beam not working at time of test so aim could not be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  13. Pass66,196 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    66,196 miles
    Test number
    458439025251
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail66,196 miles (+9,338)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,196 miles
    Test number
    856686724662
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass56,858 miles (+9,097)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    56,858 miles
    Test number
    844805964390
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass47,761 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    47,761 miles
    Test number
    873971109445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail47,734 miles (+13,040)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,734 miles
    Test number
    282168885044
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

  18. Pass34,694 miles (+8,535)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    34,694 miles
    Test number
    237460774288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,159 miles (+7,417)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    26,159 miles
    Test number
    336649943476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    18,742 miles
    Test number
    315011072242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR59 DHM

Does LR59 DHM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 DHM is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 DHM?
The MOT on LR59 DHM is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 DHM done?
LR59 DHM was recorded at 168,257 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 10,759 miles a year.
Has LR59 DHM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 DHM has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LR59 DHM 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 DHM find?
LR59 DHM passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases *rear box*; nearside rear nail in tyre; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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