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Volvo V40

White · Petrol · 1998 · 1,855 cc

S33 YAJMOT history

S33 YAJ is a white petrol Volvo V40 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 7 of 13 MOT tests, with 160,582 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
160,582 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
13
7 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,969 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S33 YAJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,855 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S33 YAJ was last recorded at 160,582 miles on 29 May 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,580 miles · 28 May 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,969 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,582 miles
  • 2017 – 160,124 miles
  • 2011 – 160,087 miles
  • 2010 – 154,703 miles
  • 2009 – 148,215 miles
  • 2008 – 137,341 miles
  • 2007 – 124,510 miles
  • 2006 – 121,303 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,582 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass160,582 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    160,582 miles
    Test number
    611031742278
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  2. Fail160,580 miles (+456)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,580 miles
    Test number
    618157137973
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Nearside and offside (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  3. Pass160,124 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    160,124 miles
    Test number
    535992607538
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wing (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Both trailing arm bushes slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight distortion to all tyre/wheels

  4. Fail160,124 miles (+37)5 failures1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,124 miles
    Test number
    118253453990
    • FailureEmissions not tested Engine revs will not increase (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Steering locking device insecure Track rod end nut (2.2.C.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wing (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySlight distortion to all tyre/wheels

  5. Fail160,087 miles (+5,384)1 dangerous9 failures2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,087 miles
    Test number
    898728531135
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOBD code detected
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteNearside front indicator lens cracked
    • NoteOffside wiper rubber split
    • NoteSlight smearing to windscreen

  6. Pass154,703 miles (+6,488)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    154,703 miles
    Test number
    344127370148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass148,215 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    148,215 miles
    Test number
    401690689126
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail148,191 miles (+10,850)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,191 miles
    Test number
    960564779162
    • FailureCentre Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass137,341 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    137,341 miles
    Test number
    653761878155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  10. Fail137,341 miles (+12,831)6 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,341 miles
    Test number
    683870678104
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  11. Pass124,510 miles (+3,207)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    124,510 miles
    Test number
    830500067199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass121,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    121,303 miles
    Test number
    881097166190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail121,303 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,303 miles
    Test number
    931897966178
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about S33 YAJ

Does S33 YAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S33 YAJ is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S33 YAJ?
The MOT on S33 YAJ is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S33 YAJ done?
S33 YAJ was recorded at 160,582 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 1,969 miles a year.
Has S33 YAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S33 YAJ has failed 6 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S33 YAJ 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 S33 YAJ find?
S33 YAJ passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 1 advisory: brake pedal wearing smooth.

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