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Volvo S40

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,997 cc

LS61 LRUMOT history

LS61 LRU is a black diesel Volvo S40 first used on 28 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 100,591 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
100,591 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,680 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 LRU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 LRU was last recorded at 100,591 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 802 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,789 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
802 miles
Average per year
6,680 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,591 miles
  • 2025 – 99,789 miles
  • 2024 – 90,192 miles
  • 2023 – 80,860 miles
  • 2022 – 73,928 miles
  • 2021 – 69,160 miles
  • 2020 – 66,451 miles
  • 2019 – 60,262 miles
  • 2018 – 52,901 miles
  • 2017 – 42,956 miles
  • 2016 – 39,655 miles
  • 2015 – 31,675 miles
  • 2014 – 23,245 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,591 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both headlamps, Lenses in poor condition (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Incorroect lower arm fitted
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear indicators (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres, wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 8 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,591 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    100,591 miles
    Test number
    528301819456
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both headlamps, Lenses in poor condition (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Incorroect lower arm fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear indicators (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres, wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail107,147 miles (+7,358)1 dangerous2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,147 miles
    Test number
    188589339301
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both headlamps, Lenses in poor condition (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Incorroect lower arm fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear indicators (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres, wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass99,789 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    99,789 miles
    Test number
    125266286279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner cv boot slight seepage of grease

  4. Fail99,789 miles (+9,597)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,789 miles
    Test number
    471123688130
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner cv boot slight seepage of grease

  5. Pass90,192 miles (+263)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2025
    Odometer
    90,192 miles
    Test number
    215048450805
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Fail89,929 miles (+9,069)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,929 miles
    Test number
    358118108959
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass80,860 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    80,860 miles
    Test number
    365715174463
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail80,851 miles (+6,923)1 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,851 miles
    Test number
    848382195310
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass73,928 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    73,928 miles
    Test number
    297468432076
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  10. Fail73,922 miles (+4,762)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,922 miles
    Test number
    642161558444
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  11. Pass69,160 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    69,160 miles
    Test number
    837822579267
    • AdvisoryMinor chips to windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  12. Fail69,152 miles (+2,701)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,152 miles
    Test number
    900494239312
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMinor chips to windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  13. Pass66,451 miles (+6,189)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2021
    Odometer
    66,451 miles
    Test number
    623058680842
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass60,262 miles (+7,361)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    60,262 miles
    Test number
    195976919451
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMinor damage to windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Many suspension parts replaced

  15. Pass52,901 miles (+9,945)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    52,901 miles
    Test number
    376170036652
    • AdvisoryMinor chips to windscren
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has been replaced, possibly with incorrect part
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass42,956 miles (+3,301)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    42,956 miles
    Test number
    322904045256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,655 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    39,655 miles
    Test number
    863699719929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail39,651 miles (+7,976)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,651 miles
    Test number
    150240557892
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  19. Pass31,675 miles (+8,430)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    31,675 miles
    Test number
    368930045200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    23,245 miles
    Test number
    698211654200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS61 LRU

Does LS61 LRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 LRU is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 LRU?
The MOT on LS61 LRU is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS61 LRU done?
LS61 LRU was recorded at 100,591 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 6,680 miles a year.
Has LS61 LRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 LRU has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LS61 LRU 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 LS61 LRU find?
LS61 LRU passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both headlamps, lenses in poor condition; front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip; nearside rear lower incorroect lower arm fitted, and 2 more.

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