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Volvo S40

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 1,997 cc

S20 DXGMOT history

S20 DXG is a grey diesel Volvo S40 first used on 12 Mar 2010. Its MOT is valid until 23 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 130,671 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Aug 2027
Mileage
130,671 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,924 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S20 DXG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
12 Mar 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S20 DXG was last recorded at 130,671 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,658 miles · 14 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
6,924 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,671 miles
  • 2025 – 125,064 miles
  • 2024 – 119,571 miles
  • 2023 – 112,814 miles
  • 2022 – 105,920 miles
  • 2021 – 104,138 miles
  • 2020 – 101,364 miles
  • 2019 – 95,524 miles
  • 2018 – 86,320 miles
  • 2017 – 72,397 miles
  • 2016 – 60,918 miles
  • 2015 – 49,782 miles
  • 2014 – 43,239 miles
  • 2013 – 38,060 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,671 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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.

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front lower radiator support corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front tyres worn on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 30 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,671 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    130,671 miles
    Test number
    410189479100
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail130,658 miles (+5,594)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,658 miles
    Test number
    882118489953
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass125,064 miles (+5,493)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    125,064 miles
    Test number
    316727302698
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRadiator mount rotten
  4. Pass119,571 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    119,571 miles
    Test number
    385033895596
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront lower radiator support corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail119,570 miles (+6,756)2 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,570 miles
    Test number
    348144278357
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases DPF multiple holes (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront lower radiator support corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass112,814 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    112,814 miles
    Test number
    623720864969
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
  7. Fail112,809 miles (+6,889)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,809 miles
    Test number
    218756650226
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield fixings broken
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
  8. Pass105,920 miles (+1,782)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    105,920 miles
    Test number
    198270026647
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres old and perished on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread worn very low on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread worn very low on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass104,138 miles (+2,774)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    104,138 miles
    Test number
    351246085109
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From front flex and rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Pass101,364 miles (+5,840)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    101,364 miles
    Test number
    998830282230
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From front flex and rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass95,524 miles (+9,204)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    95,524 miles
    Test number
    281003472366
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounts corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  12. Pass86,320 miles (+13,923)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    86,320 miles
    Test number
    966542366225
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounts corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass72,397 miles (+11,479)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    72,397 miles
    Test number
    406530909923
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass60,918 miles (+11,136)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    60,918 miles
    Test number
    225893561601
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
  15. Pass49,782 miles (+6,543)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    49,782 miles
    Test number
    999503785076
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inside edge
  16. Pass43,239 miles (+5,179)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    43,239 miles
    Test number
    117136984482
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass38,060 miles (+1,301)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    38,060 miles
    Test number
    107790603157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    36,759 miles
    Test number
    155330533444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S20 DXG

Does S20 DXG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S20 DXG is valid until 23 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S20 DXG?
The MOT on S20 DXG is valid until 23 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S20 DXG done?
S20 DXG was recorded at 130,671 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 6,924 miles a year.
Has S20 DXG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S20 DXG has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S20 DXG 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 S20 DXG find?
S20 DXG passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; oil leak, but not excessive.

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