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Volvo S40

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,560 cc

LT59 ZTLMOT history

LT59 ZTL is a blue diesel Volvo S40 first used on 17 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 137,206 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

LT59 ZTL blue Volvo S40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jul 2027
Mileage
137,206 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,947 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT59 ZTL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
17 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT59 ZTL was last recorded at 137,206 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,180 miles · 14 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
7,947 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,206 miles
  • 2025 – 127,640 miles
  • 2024 – 119,298 miles
  • 2023 – 107,126 miles
  • 2022 – 102,711 miles
  • 2021 – 99,080 miles
  • 2020 – 94,489 miles
  • 2019 – 92,859 miles
  • 2018 – 85,787 miles
  • 2017 – 80,606 miles
  • 2016 – 73,322 miles
  • 2015 – 69,698 miles
  • 2014 – 54,380 miles
  • 2012 – 29,229 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,206 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted concealing testable items.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 12 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,206 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    137,206 miles
    Test number
    134825702109
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail137,180 miles (+9,540)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,180 miles
    Test number
    208171607635
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements lower section flickering (4.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements lower section flickering (4.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass127,640 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    127,640 miles
    Test number
    453572627197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail127,574 miles (+8,276)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,574 miles
    Test number
    177798864739
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass119,298 miles (+12,172)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    119,298 miles
    Test number
    600680193326
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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. Pass107,126 miles (+219)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    107,126 miles
    Test number
    928928442563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail106,907 miles (+4,196)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,907 miles
    Test number
    114537354119
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass102,711 miles (+3,631)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    102,711 miles
    Test number
    747636537738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass99,080 miles (+4,591)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    99,080 miles
    Test number
    800258686588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass94,489 miles (+1,630)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    94,489 miles
    Test number
    682337428496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass92,859 miles (+7,072)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    92,859 miles
    Test number
    122255459681
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass85,787 miles (+5,181)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    85,787 miles
    Test number
    294983506725
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has slight sidewall damage

  13. Pass80,606 miles (+7,284)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    80,606 miles
    Test number
    205840119961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,322 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    73,322 miles
    Test number
    266662316512
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted concealing testable items.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail73,322 miles (+3,624)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,322 miles
    Test number
    925253430942
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted concealing testable items.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass69,698 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    69,698 miles
    Test number
    986146345217
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryAdvise fuel stain at fuel pump under car.not leaking at time of test.

  17. Fail69,698 miles (+15,318)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,698 miles
    Test number
    404905514530
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' sticker on offside repositioned out of swept area (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryAdvise fuel stain at fuel pump under car.not leaking at time of test.

  18. Pass54,380 miles (+25,151)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    54,380 miles
    Test number
    249423574277
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass29,229 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    29,229 miles
    Test number
    486907442495
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LT59 ZTL

Does LT59 ZTL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT59 ZTL is valid until 20 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT59 ZTL?
The MOT on LT59 ZTL is valid until 20 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT59 ZTL done?
LT59 ZTL was recorded at 137,206 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 7,947 miles a year.
Has LT59 ZTL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT59 ZTL has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LT59 ZTL 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 LT59 ZTL find?
LT59 ZTL passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust box.

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