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Volvo S40

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,798 cc

S40 ADFMOT history

S40 ADF is a grey petrol Volvo S40 first used on 30 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 78,903 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

S40 ADF grey Volvo S40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
78,903 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,645 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 ADF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 ADF was last recorded at 78,903 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 5,069 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,834 miles · 3 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,069 miles
Average per year
3,645 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,903 miles
  • 2025 – 73,834 miles
  • 2024 – 68,217 miles
  • 2023 – 64,432 miles
  • 2022 – 60,222 miles
  • 2021 – 53,735 miles
  • 2020 – 46,453 miles
  • 2019 – 42,515 miles
  • 2018 – 41,452 miles
  • 2017 – 39,771 miles
  • 2016 – 38,137 miles
  • 2015 – 36,149 miles
  • 2014 – 33,287 miles
  • 2013 – 30,897 miles
  • 2012 – 28,262 miles
  • 2011 – 25,542 miles
  • 2010 – 22,141 miles
  • 2009 – 18,334 miles
  • 2008 – 13,011 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,903 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer CV Slightly insecure
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Both side (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,903 miles (+5,069)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    78,903 miles
    Test number
    504538249084
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer CV Slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Both side (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  2. Pass73,834 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    73,834 miles
    Test number
    642369877798
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Fail73,787 miles (+5,570)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,787 miles
    Test number
    135536788116
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre is going out of shape
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass68,217 miles (+3,785)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    68,217 miles
    Test number
    876716057609
    • AdvisoryAll four suspension coil springs are corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass64,432 miles (+4,210)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    64,432 miles
    Test number
    170520080997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass60,222 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    60,222 miles
    Test number
    118496196430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail60,221 miles (+6,486)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,221 miles
    Test number
    825852588687
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass53,735 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    53,735 miles
    Test number
    791574921409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel near limit
  9. Fail53,732 miles (+7,279)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,732 miles
    Test number
    124374736137
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel near limit
  10. Pass46,453 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    46,453 miles
    Test number
    304115679048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail46,386 miles (+3,871)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,386 miles
    Test number
    900981953226
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  12. Pass42,515 miles (+1,063)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    42,515 miles
    Test number
    208256458170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  13. Pass41,452 miles (+1,681)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    41,452 miles
    Test number
    840198365163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,771 miles (+1,634)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    39,771 miles
    Test number
    472290440789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,137 miles (+1,988)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    38,137 miles
    Test number
    696250882822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,149 miles (+2,862)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    36,149 miles
    Test number
    728235375192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,287 miles (+2,390)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    33,287 miles
    Test number
    756401284111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,897 miles (+2,635)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    30,897 miles
    Test number
    936567273161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,262 miles (+2,720)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    28,262 miles
    Test number
    638951882123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
  20. Pass25,542 miles (+3,401)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    25,542 miles
    Test number
    939741681178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,141 miles (+3,807)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    22,141 miles
    Test number
    624394070128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,334 miles (+5,323)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    18,334 miles
    Test number
    724939069117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    13,011 miles
    Test number
    284462668192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S40 ADF

Does S40 ADF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 ADF is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 ADF?
The MOT on S40 ADF is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 ADF done?
S40 ADF was recorded at 78,903 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 3,645 miles a year.
Has S40 ADF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 ADF has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on S40 ADF 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 S40 ADF find?
S40 ADF passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front outer cv slightly insecure; offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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