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Volvo S40

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,998 cc

S40 DBXMOT history

S40 DBX is a blue diesel Volvo S40 first used on 29 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 18 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 143,252 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

S40 DBX blue Volvo S40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Nov 2026
Mileage
143,252 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,375 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 DBX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
29 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 DBX was last recorded at 143,252 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,237 miles · 17 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
8,375 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,252 miles
  • 2024 – 130,457 miles
  • 2023 – 123,551 miles
  • 2022 – 115,140 miles
  • 2021 – 101,922 miles
  • 2020 – 88,782 miles
  • 2019 – 80,584 miles
  • 2018 – 70,242 miles
  • 2017 – 64,972 miles
  • 2016 – 55,676 miles
  • 2015 – 46,971 miles
  • 2014 – 41,748 miles
  • 2013 – 29,133 miles
  • 2012 – 21,504 miles
  • 2011 – 19,817 miles
  • 2010 – 15,212 miles
  • 2009 – 7,972 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,252 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,252 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    143,252 miles
    Test number
    551054603274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail143,237 miles (+12,780)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,237 miles
    Test number
    921205550524
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached missing (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass130,457 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    130,457 miles
    Test number
    377923117646
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail130,455 miles (+6,904)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,455 miles
    Test number
    309286208592
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm across tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass123,551 miles (+8,411)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    123,551 miles
    Test number
    202444765064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer 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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass115,140 miles (+13,218)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    115,140 miles
    Test number
    773899369492
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass101,922 miles (+13,140)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    101,922 miles
    Test number
    964583996599
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass88,782 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    88,782 miles
    Test number
    501546631005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail88,778 miles (+8,194)1 dangerous9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,778 miles
    Test number
    748143619216
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury outer door mirror casing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass80,584 miles (+10,342)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    80,584 miles
    Test number
    589536931348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass70,242 miles (+5,270)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    70,242 miles
    Test number
    706682308323
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass64,972 miles (+9,296)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    64,972 miles
    Test number
    144807768063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass55,676 miles (+8,705)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    55,676 miles
    Test number
    484832806575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass46,971 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    46,971 miles
    Test number
    209627315434
    • NoteNearside rear brake pads getting low
    • NoteOffside front tyre inner edge wear
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroding
    • NoteSlight fraying offside front seat belt

  15. Fail46,971 miles (+5,223)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,971 miles
    Test number
    199857515198
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear brake pads getting low
    • NoteOffside front tyre inner edge wear
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroding
    • NoteSlight fraying offside front seat belt

  16. Pass41,748 miles (+12,615)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    41,748 miles
    Test number
    459690694020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,133 miles2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    29,133 miles
    Test number
    976499713148
    • 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)
    • NoteALL FOUR BRAKE DISCS ARE WORN
    • NoteALL FOUR COIL SPRINGS ARE SLIGHTLY CORRODED
    • NoteALL THE BRAKE PIPES ARE PLASTIC COATED
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE OUTER SILLS HAVE PLASTIC COVERS ON THE SILLS..SILLS NOT CHECKED
    • NoteOFFSIDE FRONT HEADLAMP AIM IS AT ITS LOWEST ACCEPITABLE LEVEL..WILL REQUIRE AJUSTEMENT..SET AT ZERO..ON THE DASH
    • NoteTHE WHOLE UNDERSIDE OF THE VEHICLE..I.E FLOOR AREA HAS BEEN CHECKED..APPLIED FINGER AND THUMB PRESSURE AS PER THE M.O.T MANUAL

  18. Fail29,083 miles (+7,579)2 failures2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,083 miles
    Test number
    256979113108
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteALL FOUR BRAKE DISCS ARE WORN
    • NoteALL FOUR COIL SPRINGS ARE SLIGHTLY CORRODED
    • NoteALL THE BRAKE PIPES ARE PLASTIC COATED
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE OUTER SILLS HAVE PLASTIC COVERS ON THE SILLS..SILLS NOT CHECKED
    • NoteOFFSIDE FRONT HEADLAMP AIM IS AT ITS LOWEST ACCEPITABLE LEVEL..WILL REQUIRE AJUSTEMENT..SET AT ZERO..ON THE DASH
    • NoteTHE WHOLE UNDERSIDE OF THE VEHICLE..I.E FLOOR AREA HAS BEEN CHECKED..APPLIED FINGER AND THUMB PRESSURE AS PER THE M.O.T MANUAL

  19. Pass21,504 miles (+1,687)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    21,504 miles
    Test number
    635586702264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,817 miles (+4,605)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    19,817 miles
    Test number
    879820971210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass15,212 miles (+7,240)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    15,212 miles
    Test number
    711563660203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass7,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    7,972 miles
    Test number
    472507869271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S40 DBX

Does S40 DBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 DBX is valid until 18 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S40 DBX?
The MOT on S40 DBX is valid until 18 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 DBX done?
S40 DBX was recorded at 143,252 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 8,375 miles a year.
Has S40 DBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 DBX has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on S40 DBX 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 DBX find?
S40 DBX passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge.

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