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Volvo V40

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,783 cc

LS51 TKTMOT history

LS51 TKT is a silver petrol Volvo V40 first used on 7 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 Apr 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 81,487 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Apr 2026
Mileage
81,487 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,825 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 TKT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,783 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 TKT was last recorded at 81,487 miles on 11 Apr 2025, 4,166 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,321 miles · 8 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
4,166 miles
Average per year
2,825 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 81,487 miles
  • 2024 – 77,321 miles
  • 2023 – 73,245 miles
  • 2022 – 70,468 miles
  • 2021 – 68,921 miles
  • 2020 – 67,829 miles
  • 2019 – 65,547 miles
  • 2018 – 62,760 miles
  • 2017 – 60,506 miles
  • 2016 – 58,729 miles
  • 2015 – 55,538 miles
  • 2014 – 52,739 miles
  • 2013 – 49,295 miles
  • 2012 – 47,233 miles
  • 2011 – 43,146 miles
  • 2010 – 40,175 miles
  • 2009 – 37,432 miles
  • 2008 – 33,780 miles
  • 2007 – 29,936 miles
  • 2006 – 27,480 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,487 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated os & ns

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive os & ns outer sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front indicator lens cover missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,487 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    81,487 miles
    Test number
    766590904844
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail81,417 miles (+4,096)1 dangerous2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,417 miles
    Test number
    228227426669
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass77,321 miles (+4,076)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    77,321 miles
    Test number
    445819065657
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass73,245 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    73,245 miles
    Test number
    569945815301
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated os & ns (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive os & ns outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front indicator lens cover missing
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail73,245 miles (+2,777)5 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,245 miles
    Test number
    192010733392
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively os & ns (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated os & ns (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive os & ns outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front indicator lens cover missing
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass70,468 miles (+1,547)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    70,468 miles
    Test number
    228377156821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass68,921 miles (+1,092)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    68,921 miles
    Test number
    792698836822
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass67,829 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    67,829 miles
    Test number
    388632840613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail67,828 miles (+2,281)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,828 miles
    Test number
    378942667985
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryMIL illuminated.

  10. Pass65,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    65,547 miles
    Test number
    453351116540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail65,547 miles (+2,787)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,547 miles
    Test number
    744957561561
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass62,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    62,760 miles
    Test number
    302740909877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail62,760 miles (+2,254)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,760 miles
    Test number
    725821221697
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass60,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    60,506 miles
    Test number
    284124652400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail60,506 miles (+1,777)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,506 miles
    Test number
    871352155094
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s heavily corroded. reccomend replacement with brake pads. (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass58,729 miles (+3,191)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    58,729 miles
    Test number
    980874031028
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers have reduced damping effect

  17. Fail55,538 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,538 miles
    Test number
    479620375016
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass55,538 miles (+2,799)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    55,538 miles
    Test number
    736670275081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,739 miles (+3,444)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    52,739 miles
    Test number
    937559864019
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass49,295 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    49,295 miles
    Test number
    596070973093
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Fail49,295 miles (+2,062)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,295 miles
    Test number
    767150173094
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass47,233 miles (+4,087)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    47,233 miles
    Test number
    765439462051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,146 miles (+2,971)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    43,146 miles
    Test number
    676958961078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,175 miles (+2,743)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    40,175 miles
    Test number
    824552660011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,432 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    37,432 miles
    Test number
    180844769012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail37,362 miles (+3,582)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,362 miles
    Test number
    230166259044
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Pass33,780 miles (+3,844)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    33,780 miles
    Test number
    611388758027
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass29,936 miles (+2,456)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    29,936 miles
    Test number
    272958457087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  29. Pass27,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    27,480 miles
    Test number
    793089056058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 TKT

Does LS51 TKT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 TKT expired on 16 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 TKT?
The MOT on LS51 TKT expired on 16 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 TKT done?
LS51 TKT was recorded at 81,487 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2025, an average of 2,825 miles a year.
Has LS51 TKT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 TKT has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LS51 TKT 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 TKT find?
LS51 TKT passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2025 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear.

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