Volvo S40
Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,435 cc
S40 BLKMOT history
S40 BLK is a black petrol Volvo S40 first used on 30 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 5 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 142,129 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 5 Dec 2026
- Mileage
- 142,129 mi
- At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
- MOT tests
- 22
- 18 passed · 4 failed
- Per year
- 7,302 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- S40 BLK
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volvo
- Model
- S40
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 2,435 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2005
- First used
- 30 Nov 2005
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 5 Dec 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 4 Dec 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
S40 BLK was last recorded at 142,129 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 4,316 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 137,813 miles · 6 Dec 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 4,316 miles
- Average per year
- 7,302 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 142,129 miles
- 2024 – 137,813 miles
- 2023 – 131,757 miles
- 2022 – 127,293 miles
- 2021 – 120,401 miles
- 2020 – 114,403 miles
- 2019 – 106,593 miles
- 2018 – 99,490 miles
- 2017 – 93,741 miles
- 2016 – 86,914 miles
- 2015 – 80,101 miles
- 2014 – 72,283 miles
- 2013 – 65,825 miles
- 2012 – 56,963 miles
- 2011 – 46,498 miles
- 2010 – 37,056 miles
- 2009 – 27,001 miles
- 2008 – 17,732 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass142,129 miles
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryHandbrake low on performance
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides dim (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted outer rim damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
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.
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded lower coils
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded lower coils
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Outer sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection for corrosion or damage
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
22 tests since 21 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass142,129 miles (+4,316)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2026
- Odometer
- 142,129 miles
- Test number
- 881369054138
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryHandbrake low on performance
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides dim (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted outer rim damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass137,813 miles (+63)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2025
- Odometer
- 137,813 miles
- Test number
- 977206744055
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded lower coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded lower coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection for corrosion or damage
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Fail137,750 miles (+5,993)4 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 137,750 miles
- Test number
- 109451510057
- MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Also excessively worn (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded lower coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded lower coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection for corrosion or damage
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass131,757 miles (+4,464)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2024
- Odometer
- 131,757 miles
- Test number
- 970143564120
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
Pass127,293 miles (+6,892)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 127,293 miles
- Test number
- 275299105705
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass120,401 miles (+5,998)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 120,401 miles
- Test number
- 332823742402
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm also worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing slightly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm also worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing slightly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass114,403 miles
- MOT expiry
- 10 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 114,403 miles
- Test number
- 158885641237
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail114,401 miles (+7,808)1 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 114,401 miles
- Test number
- 363365727701
- MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Pass106,593 miles (+7,103)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 10 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 106,593 miles
- Test number
- 551246535750
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass99,490 miles (+2)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 99,490 miles
- Test number
- 909688949596
- AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
Fail99,488 miles (+5,747)2 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 99,488 miles
- Test number
- 418096644211
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
Pass93,741 miles (+6,827)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Nov 2018
- Odometer
- 93,741 miles
- Test number
- 383815638445
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass86,914 miles (+6,813)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 86,914 miles
- Test number
- 467275986217
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass80,101 miles (+7,818)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 12 Dec 2016
- Odometer
- 80,101 miles
- Test number
- 420779637678
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass72,283 miles (+6,458)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Dec 2015
- Odometer
- 72,283 miles
- Test number
- 896972834376
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass65,825 miles (+8,862)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 12 Dec 2014
- Odometer
- 65,825 miles
- Test number
- 705567243317
- NoteHandbrake trvel high
Pass56,963 miles (+10,465)4 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 30 Nov 2013
- Odometer
- 56,963 miles
- Test number
- 825051122396
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- 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)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Pass46,498 miles (+9,442)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 30 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 46,498 miles
- Test number
- 749772921332
- NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges.
Pass37,056 miles (+246)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Nov 2011
- Odometer
- 37,056 miles
- Test number
- 353322720304
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail36,810 miles (+9,809)1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 36,810 miles
- Test number
- 103526010330
- FailureOffside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass27,001 miles (+9,269)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Nov 2010
- Odometer
- 27,001 miles
- Test number
- 250924629397
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass17,732 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 17,732 miles
- Test number
- 932556428345
- 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)
Questions about S40 BLK
- Does S40 BLK currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 BLK is valid until 5 Dec 2026.
- When is the MOT due on S40 BLK?
- The MOT on S40 BLK is valid until 5 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has S40 BLK done?
- S40 BLK was recorded at 142,129 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 7,302 miles a year.
- Has S40 BLK ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. S40 BLK has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2024.
- Has the mileage on S40 BLK 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 BLK find?
- S40 BLK passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; handbrake low on performance; headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides dim, and 2 more.
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