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Volvo S40

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 2,435 cc

LS05 ZWEMOT history

LS05 ZWE is a grey petrol Volvo S40 first used on 29 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 1 Aug 2025 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 140,251 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2024.

LS05 ZWE grey Volvo S40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Aug 2025
Mileage
140,251 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2024
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,298 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 ZWE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 ZWE was last recorded at 140,251 miles on 22 Jul 2024, 9,256 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,995 miles · 24 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
9,256 miles
Average per year
6,298 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 140,251 miles
  • 2023 – 130,995 miles
  • 2022 – 120,571 miles
  • 2021 – 112,908 miles
  • 2020 – 106,766 miles
  • 2019 – 97,148 miles
  • 2018 – 85,791 miles
  • 2017 – 74,682 miles
  • 2016 – 66,416 miles
  • 2015 – 52,504 miles
  • 2014 – 50,306 miles
  • 2013 – 45,601 miles
  • 2012 – 42,850 miles
  • 2011 – 40,916 miles
  • 2010 – 39,529 miles
  • 2009 – 38,264 miles
  • 2008 – 37,155 miles
  • 2006 – 30,671 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,251 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (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 Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

31 tests since 21 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,251 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    140,251 miles
    Test number
    290941992317
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail140,251 miles (+9,256)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,251 miles
    Test number
    593747672785
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass130,995 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    130,995 miles
    Test number
    600125945758
    • AdvisoryHand brake cable ends corroded

  4. Fail130,992 miles (+10,421)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,992 miles
    Test number
    226095648114
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryHand brake cable ends corroded

  5. Pass120,571 miles (+7,663)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    120,571 miles
    Test number
    998922023206
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp beam images deteriorated

  6. Pass112,908 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    112,908 miles
    Test number
    346924238735
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail112,908 miles (+6,142)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,908 miles
    Test number
    442079033037
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam 12V 55W H7 fitted (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass106,766 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    106,766 miles
    Test number
    200070295319
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake binding
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing out-of-shape/stepping on inside edge

  9. Fail106,764 miles (+9,616)4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,764 miles
    Test number
    210153950871
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning right bulb not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake binding
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing out-of-shape/stepping on inside edge

  10. Pass97,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    97,148 miles
    Test number
    349059934637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail97,147 miles (+11,356)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,147 miles
    Test number
    512717465347
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass85,791 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    85,791 miles
    Test number
    452290926267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail85,787 miles (+11,105)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,787 miles
    Test number
    280514724621
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass74,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    74,682 miles
    Test number
    933629779429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail74,681 miles (+8,265)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,681 miles
    Test number
    876107323690
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% (3.7.B.5b)

  16. Pass66,416 miles (+13,912)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    66,416 miles
    Test number
    291301139553
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm. mishaped (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low

  17. Pass52,504 miles (+2,198)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    52,504 miles
    Test number
    568988995166
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre 0mm edge

  18. Pass50,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    50,306 miles
    Test number
    756959594168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail50,306 miles (+4,705)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,306 miles
    Test number
    236947294129
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass45,601 miles (+2,751)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    45,601 miles
    Test number
    166707053144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,850 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    42,850 miles
    Test number
    907687262133
    • NoteOffside parking brake effort low
    • NoteSteering rack area - damp / poss slight seeping rack.

  22. Fail42,850 miles (+1,934)1 dangerous1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,850 miles
    Test number
    717687562175
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteOffside parking brake effort low
    • NoteSteering rack area - damp / poss slight seeping rack.

  23. Pass40,916 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    40,916 miles
    Test number
    358873271181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail40,916 miles (+1,387)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,916 miles
    Test number
    655463571105
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

  25. Pass39,529 miles (+1,265)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    39,529 miles
    Test number
    453197090101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass38,264 miles (+1,109)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    38,264 miles
    Test number
    584801109226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass37,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    37,155 miles
    Test number
    320111428217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail37,155 miles (+54)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,155 miles
    Test number
    111380828226
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • 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)

  29. Pass37,101 miles (+6,430)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    37,101 miles
    Test number
    293884298010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass30,671 miles (+4,331)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    30,671 miles
    Test number
    553981346372
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  31. Pass26,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    26,340 miles
    Test number
    310042676191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS05 ZWE

Does LS05 ZWE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS05 ZWE expired on 1 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS05 ZWE?
The MOT on LS05 ZWE expired on 1 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS05 ZWE done?
LS05 ZWE was recorded at 140,251 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2024, an average of 6,298 miles a year.
Has LS05 ZWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 ZWE has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LS05 ZWE 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 LS05 ZWE find?
LS05 ZWE passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2024 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisy, and 2 more.

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