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Volvo S40

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,798 cc

LS55 EKEMOT history

LS55 EKE is a black petrol Volvo S40 first used on 14 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 2 Nov 2022 and it has passed 13 of 23 MOT tests, with 141,668 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2021.

LS55 EKE black Volvo S40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Nov 2022
Mileage
141,668 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2021
MOT tests
23
13 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,268 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 EKE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 EKE was last recorded at 141,668 miles on 3 Nov 2021, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,668 miles · 21 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,268 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 141,668 miles
  • 2020 – 138,885 miles
  • 2019 – 133,413 miles
  • 2018 – 129,500 miles
  • 2017 – 123,045 miles
  • 2016 – 116,175 miles
  • 2015 – 109,206 miles
  • 2014 – 103,080 miles
  • 2013 – 98,045 miles
  • 2012 – 92,005 miles
  • 2011 – 81,831 miles
  • 2010 – 73,331 miles
  • 2009 – 61,579 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,668 miles
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive radiator leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust/mounting points corroded,rear hanger broken exhaust still supported

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,668 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    141,668 miles
    Test number
    468674526837
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive radiator leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail141,668 miles (+7)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,668 miles
    Test number
    512590084499
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive radiator leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail141,661 miles (+2,776)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,661 miles
    Test number
    737402711329
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBonnet open light on

  4. Pass138,885 miles (+5,472)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    138,885 miles
    Test number
    575981983838
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass133,413 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    133,413 miles
    Test number
    898797638654
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail133,413 miles (+3,913)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,413 miles
    Test number
    660401642753
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass129,500 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    129,500 miles
    Test number
    483790665398
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak expansion bottle cracked
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component dampness around rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and or under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on indicating there is a fault
    • AdvisoryExhaust/mounting points corroded,rear hanger broken exhaust still supported

  8. Fail129,500 miles (+6,455)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,500 miles
    Test number
    285902386935
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak expansion bottle cracked
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component dampness around rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and or under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on indicating there is a fault
    • AdvisoryExhaust/mounting points corroded,rear hanger broken exhaust still supported

  9. Pass123,045 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    123,045 miles
    Test number
    869739250582
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside/offside (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside/offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine manegment light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust/mounting points corroded,rear hanger broken exhaust still supported
    • AdvisoryTest carried out in wet conditions

  10. Fail123,044 miles (+6,869)5 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,044 miles
    Test number
    543760761685
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing very bad inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limmit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside/offside (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside/offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine manegment light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust/mounting points corroded,rear hanger broken exhaust still supported
    • AdvisoryTest carried out in wet conditions

  11. Pass116,175 miles (+6,969)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    116,175 miles
    Test number
    975075497247
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

  12. Pass109,206 miles (+91)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    109,206 miles
    Test number
    469902785082
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteExhausts system corroded+heat sheld dropped down onto rear exhaust section
    • NoteFew little chips in windscreen
    • NoteFront disc lipped/corroded around edge

  13. Fail109,115 miles (+6,035)6 failures1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,115 miles
    Test number
    128600585463
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteExhausts system corroded+heat sheld dropped down onto rear exhaust section
    • NoteFew little chips in windscreen
    • NoteFront disc lipped/corroded around edge
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has age cracking in tread advices change

  14. Pass103,080 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    103,080 miles
    Test number
    687654474049
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  15. Fail103,080 miles (+5,035)4 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,080 miles
    Test number
    498354874033
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  16. Pass98,045 miles (+6,040)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    98,045 miles
    Test number
    135045173423
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteMot under wet conditions

  17. Pass92,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    92,005 miles
    Test number
    108492782489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail92,005 miles (+10,174)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,005 miles
    Test number
    536642582052
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass81,831 miles (+8,500)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    81,831 miles
    Test number
    639863981050
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine management light staying on

  20. Fail73,331 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,331 miles
    Test number
    452344850016
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass73,331 miles (+11,752)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    73,331 miles
    Test number
    490344350079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass61,579 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    61,579 miles
    Test number
    144780839453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail61,560 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,560 miles
    Test number
    950352829010
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LS55 EKE

Does LS55 EKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 EKE expired on 2 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 EKE?
The MOT on LS55 EKE expired on 2 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 EKE done?
LS55 EKE was recorded at 141,668 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2021, an average of 6,268 miles a year.
Has LS55 EKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 EKE has failed 10 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LS55 EKE 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 LS55 EKE find?
LS55 EKE passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2021 with 5 advisories: fluid leak, but not excessive radiator leaking; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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