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Volvo S40

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,948 cc

LS51 LVMMOT history

LS51 LVM is a silver petrol Volvo S40 first used on 27 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 146,358 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Feb 2024
Mileage
146,358 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,153 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 LVM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,948 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 LVM was last recorded at 146,358 miles on 17 Feb 2023, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,348 miles · 15 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
7,153 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 146,358 miles
  • 2021 – 138,012 miles
  • 2020 – 136,038 miles
  • 2019 – 135,479 miles
  • 2018 – 134,907 miles
  • 2017 – 133,250 miles
  • 2016 – 130,645 miles
  • 2014 – 127,776 miles
  • 2013 – 113,546 miles
  • 2012 – 99,468 miles
  • 2011 – 83,743 miles
  • 2010 – 69,952 miles
  • 2009 – 58,133 miles
  • 2008 – 45,174 miles
  • 2007 – 33,768 miles
  • 2006 – 27,812 miles
  • 2005 – 22,091 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,358 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,358 miles (+10)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    146,358 miles
    Test number
    543614429080
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail146,348 miles (+8,336)1 dangerous6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,348 miles
    Test number
    163108918506
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass138,012 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    138,012 miles
    Test number
    710536353953
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle corrosion

  4. Fail138,011 miles (+1,973)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,011 miles
    Test number
    128413051416
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle corrosion

  5. Pass136,038 miles (+6)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    136,038 miles
    Test number
    672119021322
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  6. Fail136,032 miles (+553)5 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,032 miles
    Test number
    580780536161
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed tread cut/ tear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge crack/ tear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed tread cut/tear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  7. Pass135,479 miles (+572)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    135,479 miles
    Test number
    722437040764
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear inner tie arm bushes perished

  8. Pass134,907 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    134,907 miles
    Test number
    207904104456
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock top bearing/mounting jerky when steering turned
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear upper tie rods all bushes deteriorated and perished (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle corroding in various places underside

  9. Fail134,907 miles (+1,657)1 dangerous3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,907 miles
    Test number
    676165034145
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken going down susp leg (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt dust cover split by broken spring (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock top bearing/mounting jerky when steering turned
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear upper tie rods all bushes deteriorated and perished (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle corroding in various places underside

  10. Pass133,250 miles (+2,605)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    133,250 miles
    Test number
    771571669399
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWhen steering turned noisy possibly

  11. Pass130,645 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    130,645 miles
    Test number
    480524763179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail130,628 miles (+2,852)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,628 miles
    Test number
    675000877475
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade missing arm also missing (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all front & rear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailbox / center section joint corroded

  13. Pass127,776 miles (+14,230)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    127,776 miles
    Test number
    126011084250
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCheck engine warning light on

  14. Fail113,546 miles3 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,546 miles
    Test number
    816450483236
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteHeadlight wipers deterioated
    • NoteRear exhaust box flanges corroded

  15. Pass113,546 miles (+14,078)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    113,546 miles
    Test number
    988400983223
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteHeadlight wipers deterioated
    • NoteRear exhaust box flanges corroded

  16. Pass99,468 miles7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    99,468 miles
    Test number
    796623082216
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCentre to rear section of exhaust join corroded
    • NoteHeadlamp wipers excessivley deteriorated
    • NoteSlight blow on exhaust downpipe

  17. Fail99,468 miles (+15,725)2 failures9 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,468 miles
    Test number
    149752382263
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCentre to rear section of exhaust join corroded
    • NoteHeadlamp wipers excessivley deteriorated
    • NoteSlight blow on exhaust downpipe

  18. Pass83,743 miles8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    83,743 miles
    Test number
    236990481264
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly corroded/worn

  19. Fail83,743 miles (+13,791)1 dangerous3 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,743 miles
    Test number
    666690981281
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly corroded/worn

  20. Pass69,952 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    69,952 miles
    Test number
    314953070233
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f side marker lamp not working
    • NoteRear discs and pads wearing thin

  21. Fail69,952 miles (+11,819)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,952 miles
    Test number
    753663370277
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f side marker lamp not working
    • NoteRear discs and pads wearing thin

  22. Pass58,133 miles (+12,959)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    58,133 miles
    Test number
    700956379237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,174 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    45,174 miles
    Test number
    534504188226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail45,174 miles (+11,406)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,174 miles
    Test number
    541834388291
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  25. Pass33,768 miles (+5,956)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    33,768 miles
    Test number
    204176277208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,812 miles (+5,721)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    27,812 miles
    Test number
    350292386217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass22,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    22,091 miles
    Test number
    414657175235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 LVM

Does LS51 LVM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 LVM expired on 16 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 LVM?
The MOT on LS51 LVM expired on 16 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 LVM done?
LS51 LVM was recorded at 146,358 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2023, an average of 7,153 miles a year.
Has LS51 LVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 LVM has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LS51 LVM 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 LS51 LVM find?
LS51 LVM passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 2 more.

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