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Volvo V40

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 1,948 cc

P302 ESAMOT history

P302 ESA is a green petrol Volvo V40 first used on 1 Sept 1997. Its MOT expired on 22 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 101,162 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Feb 2023
Mileage
101,162 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,774 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P302 ESA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,948 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Sept 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

P302 ESA was last recorded at 101,162 miles on 30 Jan 2023, 854 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,308 miles · 3 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
854 miles
Average per year
1,774 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 101,162 miles
  • 2022 – 100,308 miles
  • 2021 – 99,866 miles
  • 2020 – 99,082 miles
  • 2019 – 98,236 miles
  • 2018 – 97,106 miles
  • 2017 – 95,774 miles
  • 2016 – 94,233 miles
  • 2015 – 92,305 miles
  • 2014 – 91,139 miles
  • 2013 – 89,864 miles
  • 2012 – 88,316 miles
  • 2011 – 86,466 miles
  • 2010 – 84,480 miles
  • 2009 – 81,749 miles
  • 2008 – 80,204 miles
  • 2007 – 76,600 miles
  • 2006 – 71,417 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail101,162 miles
  • DangerousOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail101,162 miles (+854)1 dangerous5 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,162 miles
    Test number
    727667576717
    • DangerousOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass100,308 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    100,308 miles
    Test number
    486906427617
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail100,308 miles (+442)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,308 miles
    Test number
    312354307891
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill as marked (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength /under sill as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass99,866 miles (+784)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    99,866 miles
    Test number
    537356267129
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside under and outer sill corroding

  5. Pass99,082 miles (+846)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    99,082 miles
    Test number
    951028454664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass98,236 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    98,236 miles
    Test number
    549565162238
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail98,231 miles (+1,125)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,231 miles
    Test number
    893920719673
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working side (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass97,106 miles (+1,332)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    97,106 miles
    Test number
    722237856040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass95,774 miles (+1,541)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    95,774 miles
    Test number
    769729199395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass94,233 miles (+1,928)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    94,233 miles
    Test number
    865253273029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass92,305 miles (+1,166)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    92,305 miles
    Test number
    178416675043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass91,139 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    91,139 miles
    Test number
    185316974033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing

  13. Fail91,135 miles (+1,271)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,135 miles
    Test number
    366946774097
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing

  14. Pass89,864 miles (+36)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    89,864 miles
    Test number
    857839173061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail89,828 miles (+1,512)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,828 miles
    Test number
    148200973037
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Lower Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/f trye worn on inner edge.

  16. Pass88,316 miles (+89)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    88,316 miles
    Test number
    627601482028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail88,227 miles (+1,761)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,227 miles
    Test number
    697692072026
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  18. Pass86,466 miles (+1,986)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    86,466 miles
    Test number
    945163561086
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front brake slight bind

  19. Pass84,480 miles (+2,731)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    84,480 miles
    Test number
    561517770012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass81,749 miles (+1,545)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    81,749 miles
    Test number
    811834389058
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass80,204 miles (+3,604)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    80,204 miles
    Test number
    801454918121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass76,600 miles (+5,183)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    76,600 miles
    Test number
    200455117423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass71,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    71,417 miles
    Test number
    531094516149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P302 ESA

Does P302 ESA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P302 ESA expired on 22 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P302 ESA?
The MOT on P302 ESA expired on 22 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P302 ESA done?
P302 ESA was recorded at 101,162 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2023, an average of 1,774 miles a year.
Has P302 ESA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P302 ESA has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on P302 ESA 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 P302 ESA find?
P302 ESA failed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 2 minor defects: offside outer suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits, and 5 more.

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