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Volvo S40

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 1,998 cc

S40 DLKMOT history

S40 DLK is a silver diesel Volvo S40 first used on 31 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 2 Nov 2027 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 167,061 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

S40 DLK silver Volvo S40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Nov 2027
Mileage
167,061 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,995 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 DLK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 DLK was last recorded at 167,061 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 2,656 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,405 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,656 miles
Average per year
4,995 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,061 miles
  • 2025 – 164,405 miles
  • 2024 – 159,537 miles
  • 2023 – 156,160 miles
  • 2022 – 152,357 miles
  • 2021 – 149,765 miles
  • 2020 – 146,392 miles
  • 2019 – 144,515 miles
  • 2018 – 140,854 miles
  • 2017 – 136,505 miles
  • 2016 – 131,766 miles
  • 2015 – 126,848 miles
  • 2014 – 119,561 miles
  • 2013 – 113,415 miles
  • 2012 – 109,271 miles
  • 2011 – 103,991 miles
  • 2010 – 96,968 miles
  • 2009 – 82,347 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,061 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,061 miles (+2,656)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    167,061 miles
    Test number
    919053064164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass164,405 miles (+4,868)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    164,405 miles
    Test number
    789725429232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass159,537 miles (+3,377)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    159,537 miles
    Test number
    359478425241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre also perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass156,160 miles (+3,803)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    156,160 miles
    Test number
    392093951595
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass152,357 miles (+2,592)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    152,357 miles
    Test number
    729361158927
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass149,765 miles (+3,373)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    149,765 miles
    Test number
    926961845570
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass146,392 miles (+1,877)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    146,392 miles
    Test number
    642248724155
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass144,515 miles (+3,661)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    144,515 miles
    Test number
    899215658922
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass140,854 miles (+45)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    140,854 miles
    Test number
    238455261297
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Fail140,809 miles (+4,304)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,809 miles
    Test number
    917063935872
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousTyre has ply or cords exposed both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass136,505 miles (+4,739)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    136,505 miles
    Test number
    774569275929
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass131,766 miles (+4,918)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    131,766 miles
    Test number
    590522521027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass126,848 miles (+7,287)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    126,848 miles
    Test number
    511387648311
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended rear bush (2.4.F.3)
  14. Pass119,561 miles (+6,146)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    119,561 miles
    Test number
    487392184282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass113,415 miles (+4,144)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    113,415 miles
    Test number
    859988173271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass109,271 miles (+5,280)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    109,271 miles
    Test number
    127086482282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass103,991 miles (+7,023)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    103,991 miles
    Test number
    906474601335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass96,968 miles (+14,621)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    96,968 miles
    Test number
    690372380260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass82,347 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    82,347 miles
    Test number
    784940909321
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s/r tyre slightly out of shape
    • NoteUnable to check inner brake pads
  20. Fail82,347 miles1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,347 miles
    Test number
    921940309380
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s/r tyre slightly out of shape
    • NoteUnable to check inner brake pads

Questions about S40 DLK

Does S40 DLK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 DLK is valid until 2 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 DLK?
The MOT on S40 DLK is valid until 2 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 DLK done?
S40 DLK was recorded at 167,061 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 4,995 miles a year.
Has S40 DLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 DLK has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2018.
Has the mileage on S40 DLK 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 DLK find?
S40 DLK passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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