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Volvo S40

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 1,560 cc

S40 EAWMOT history

S40 EAW is a grey diesel Volvo S40 first used on 27 Aug 2010. Its MOT expired on 21 Mar 2024 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 150,937 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Mar 2024
Mileage
150,937 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2024
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
13,020 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 EAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
27 Aug 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

S40 EAW was last recorded at 150,937 miles on 4 Mar 2024, 32,947 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,990 miles · 16 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
32,947 miles
Average per year
13,020 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 150,937 miles
  • 2023 – 117,990 miles
  • 2022 – 92,873 miles
  • 2021 – 91,085 miles
  • 2020 – 72,392 miles
  • 2019 – 68,144 miles
  • 2018 – 61,007 miles
  • 2017 – 50,632 miles
  • 2016 – 41,444 miles
  • 2015 – 34,896 miles
  • 2014 – 19,844 miles
  • 2013 – 12,843 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail150,937 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Can't check sills fully kit fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Engine and under body covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Engine covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

14 tests since 26 Jul 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail150,937 miles (+32,947)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,937 miles
    Test number
    356989858603
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass117,990 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    117,990 miles
    Test number
    133845262615
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Fail117,990 miles (+25,117)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,990 miles
    Test number
    466748470347
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Pass92,873 miles (+1,788)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    92,873 miles
    Test number
    224442989035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass91,085 miles (+18,693)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    91,085 miles
    Test number
    771689742715
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass72,392 miles (+4,248)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    72,392 miles
    Test number
    141672755341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass68,144 miles (+7,137)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    68,144 miles
    Test number
    768658290102
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCan't check sills fully kit fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine and under body covers fitted

  8. Pass61,007 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    61,007 miles
    Test number
    510166176049
    • AdvisoryCan't check sills fully kit fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  9. Fail61,005 miles (+10,373)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,005 miles
    Test number
    848511583412
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also perished and bold on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also perished and bold on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCan't check sills fully kit fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  10. Pass50,632 miles (+9,188)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    50,632 miles
    Test number
    823747607064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCan't check sills fully kit fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine and under body covers fitted

  11. Pass41,444 miles (+6,548)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    41,444 miles
    Test number
    825066112269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass34,896 miles (+15,052)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    34,896 miles
    Test number
    316620585138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass19,844 miles (+7,001)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    19,844 miles
    Test number
    289106384148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass12,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    12,843 miles
    Test number
    998107203229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S40 EAW

Does S40 EAW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S40 EAW expired on 21 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S40 EAW?
The MOT on S40 EAW expired on 21 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S40 EAW done?
S40 EAW was recorded at 150,937 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2024, an average of 13,020 miles a year.
Has S40 EAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 EAW has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on S40 EAW 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 EAW find?
S40 EAW failed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2024 with 7 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside front coil spring fractured or broken; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bush; nearside steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 8 more.

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