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Volvo S40

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,855 cc

R720 EMXMOT history

R720 EMX is a black petrol Volvo S40 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 162,354 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
162,354 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,462 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R720 EMX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,855 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R720 EMX was last recorded at 162,354 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,354 miles · 30 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,462 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,354 miles
  • 2020 – 162,302 miles
  • 2012 – 162,254 miles
  • 2010 – 158,847 miles
  • 2009 – 151,619 miles
  • 2008 – 138,816 miles
  • 2007 – 126,193 miles
  • 2006 – 112,361 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,354 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

12 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,354 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    162,354 miles
    Test number
    674512495674
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail162,354 miles (+52)1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,354 miles
    Test number
    506176201486
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass162,302 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    162,302 miles
    Test number
    943805865947
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  4. Fail162,302 miles (+48)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,302 miles
    Test number
    627292699343
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass162,254 miles (+3,407)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    162,254 miles
    Test number
    718443272026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s mirror cracked

  6. Pass158,847 miles (+7,228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2011
    Odometer
    158,847 miles
    Test number
    143072040120
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

  7. Pass151,619 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    151,619 miles
    Test number
    243940059147
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  8. Fail151,619 miles (+12,803)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,619 miles
    Test number
    514960959110
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  9. Pass138,816 miles (+12,623)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    138,816 miles
    Test number
    360202958124
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass126,193 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    126,193 miles
    Test number
    873324927191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail126,151 miles (+13,790)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,151 miles
    Test number
    284423127452
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass112,361 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    112,361 miles
    Test number
    243701806140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R720 EMX

Does R720 EMX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R720 EMX is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on R720 EMX?
The MOT on R720 EMX is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R720 EMX done?
R720 EMX was recorded at 162,354 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 2,462 miles a year.
Has R720 EMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R720 EMX has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on R720 EMX 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 R720 EMX find?
R720 EMX passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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