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Volvo S40

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,948 cc

LS51 LVPMOT history

LS51 LVP is a red petrol Volvo S40 first used on 28 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 19 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 131,086 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Oct 2025
Mileage
131,086 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2024
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,836 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 LVP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,948 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 LVP was last recorded at 131,086 miles on 17 Oct 2024, 190 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,896 miles · 23 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
190 miles
Average per year
4,836 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 131,086 miles
  • 2023 – 127,072 miles
  • 2022 – 122,053 miles
  • 2021 – 118,338 miles
  • 2020 – 115,117 miles
  • 2019 – 112,731 miles
  • 2018 – 108,644 miles
  • 2017 – 106,009 miles
  • 2016 – 101,821 miles
  • 2015 – 97,006 miles
  • 2014 – 92,085 miles
  • 2013 – 87,626 miles
  • 2012 – 83,234 miles
  • 2011 – 77,805 miles
  • 2010 – 71,542 miles
  • 2009 – 66,196 miles
  • 2008 – 56,787 miles
  • 2007 – 50,097 miles
  • 2006 – 44,160 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,086 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both have corroded outer casings

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 27 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,086 miles (+190)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    131,086 miles
    Test number
    286240645414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail130,896 miles (+3,824)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,896 miles
    Test number
    552484611655
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor beam (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass127,072 miles (+246)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    127,072 miles
    Test number
    331245132198
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Both. Front to rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded. Both (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail126,826 miles (+4,773)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,826 miles
    Test number
    691113680595
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Both front to rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass122,053 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    122,053 miles
    Test number
    708083273967
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Both at rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing All corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail122,053 miles (+3,715)2 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,053 miles
    Test number
    711662622232
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Both at rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing All corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass118,338 miles (+16)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    118,338 miles
    Test number
    219771502639
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both have corroded outer casings (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail118,322 miles (+3,205)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,322 miles
    Test number
    124632599827
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill at jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill at jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both have corroded outer casings (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass115,117 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    115,117 miles
    Test number
    910337789821
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail115,117 miles (+2,386)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,117 miles
    Test number
    970566052363
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear pipes around tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass112,731 miles (+4,087)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    112,731 miles
    Test number
    227182947886
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass108,644 miles (+2,635)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    108,644 miles
    Test number
    741404918772
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases between middle and rear sections (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass106,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    106,009 miles
    Test number
    214731826895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail106,009 miles (+4,188)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,009 miles
    Test number
    505016440508
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass101,821 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    101,821 miles
    Test number
    752146536076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear around tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear over tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheels have dents in the rims

  16. Fail101,821 miles (+3)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,821 miles
    Test number
    700158526754
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear around tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear over tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheels have dents in the rims

  17. Fail101,818 miles (+4,812)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,818 miles
    Test number
    352604787396
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to front flexhose (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear to rear flexhose (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to front flex hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear to rear flexhose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracking at tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has a slight twist and wearing at inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened and frayed and fluffy (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and cracking (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass97,006 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    97,006 miles
    Test number
    474562910448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail97,006 miles (+4,921)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,006 miles
    Test number
    783274297272
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass92,085 miles (+4,459)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    92,085 miles
    Test number
    429102884239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass87,626 miles (+4,392)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    87,626 miles
    Test number
    666720063251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass83,234 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    83,234 miles
    Test number
    215354652250
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Fail83,234 miles (+5,429)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,234 miles
    Test number
    388654852269
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass77,805 miles (+6,263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    77,805 miles
    Test number
    447599041234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass71,542 miles (+5,346)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    71,542 miles
    Test number
    751387350252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail66,196 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,196 miles
    Test number
    311380559258
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • 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)

  27. Pass66,196 miles (+9,409)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    66,196 miles
    Test number
    742640959211
    • 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)

  28. Pass56,787 miles (+6,690)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    56,787 miles
    Test number
    464201068250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass50,097 miles (+5,937)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    50,097 miles
    Test number
    123730967206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass44,160 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    44,160 miles
    Test number
    283410606372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS51 LVP

Does LS51 LVP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 LVP expired on 19 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 LVP?
The MOT on LS51 LVP expired on 19 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 LVP done?
LS51 LVP was recorded at 131,086 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2024, an average of 4,836 miles a year.
Has LS51 LVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 LVP has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LS51 LVP 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 LVP find?
LS51 LVP passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2024 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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