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AC ACE

Green · Petrol · 1994 · 4,949 cc

M40 ACEMOT history

M40 ACE is a green petrol AC ACE first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT expired on 14 Mar 2024 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 137,952 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Mar 2024
Mileage
137,952 mi
At MOT on 15 Mar 2023
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
408 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M40 ACE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
AC
Model
ACE
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,949 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

M40 ACE was last recorded at 137,952 miles on 15 Mar 2023, 43 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,909 miles · 26 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
43 miles
Average per year
408 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 137,952 miles
  • 2021 – 137,909 miles
  • 2020 – 137,885 miles
  • 2019 – 137,854 miles
  • 2018 – 137,540 miles
  • 2017 – 137,452 miles
  • 2016 – 137,153 miles
  • 2015 – 137,012 miles
  • 2014 – 136,741 miles
  • 2013 – 136,620 miles
  • 2012 – 136,502 miles
  • 2011 – 136,250 miles
  • 2010 – 135,822 miles
  • 2009 – 135,034 miles
  • 2008 – 133,288 miles
  • 2007 – 132,330 miles
  • 2006 – 131,090 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,952 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Corrosion to underside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,952 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    137,952 miles
    Test number
    995491381742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass137,909 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    137,909 miles
    Test number
    756380539992
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass137,885 miles (+31)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    137,885 miles
    Test number
    306105100262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass137,854 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    137,854 miles
    Test number
    837049146316
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail137,853 miles (+313)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,853 miles
    Test number
    192592875310
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose porous (1.1.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass137,540 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    137,540 miles
    Test number
    659725558260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass137,452 miles (+299)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    137,452 miles
    Test number
    424718618186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass137,153 miles (+141)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    137,153 miles
    Test number
    730901128010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass137,012 miles (+271)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    137,012 miles
    Test number
    146023975197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass136,741 miles (+121)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    136,741 miles
    Test number
    939049464141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass136,620 miles (+118)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    136,620 miles
    Test number
    735507473191
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass136,502 miles (+252)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    136,502 miles
    Test number
    846288872122
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass136,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    136,250 miles
    Test number
    346574171105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail136,250 miles (+428)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,250 miles
    Test number
    387524171129
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  15. Pass135,822 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    135,822 miles
    Test number
    120106270182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail135,822 miles (+788)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,822 miles
    Test number
    702035470143
    • FailureDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass135,034 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    135,034 miles
    Test number
    482892219209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail134,999 miles (+1,711)4 failures2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,999 miles
    Test number
    423183359187
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass133,288 miles (+958)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    133,288 miles
    Test number
    791506858120
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering arm
    • NoteStone damage to windscreen

  20. Pass132,330 miles (+1,240)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    132,330 miles
    Test number
    782230657109
    • NoteOffside front tyre low on inner edge
    • NoteSlight play in both rear lower arm bushes
    • NoteStone damage to windscreen

  21. Pass131,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    131,090 miles
    Test number
    703316056139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail131,090 miles5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,090 miles
    Test number
    662756136198
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteSlight wear in steering rack

Questions about M40 ACE

Does M40 ACE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M40 ACE expired on 14 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M40 ACE?
The MOT on M40 ACE expired on 14 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M40 ACE done?
M40 ACE was recorded at 137,952 miles at its MOT on 15 Mar 2023, an average of 408 miles a year.
Has M40 ACE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M40 ACE has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on M40 ACE 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 M40 ACE find?
M40 ACE passed its latest MOT on 15 Mar 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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