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Volvo S40

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,998 cc

S40 GUDMOT history

S40 GUD is a silver diesel Volvo S40 first used on 17 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 7 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 33 MOT tests, with 207,745 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

S40 GUD silver Volvo S40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Dec 2026
Mileage
207,745 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
33
18 passed · 15 failed
Per year
10,774 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 GUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 GUD was last recorded at 207,745 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
207,732 miles · 11 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
10,774 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 207,745 miles
  • 2024 – 195,515 miles
  • 2023 – 176,702 miles
  • 2022 – 171,914 miles
  • 2021 – 165,166 miles
  • 2020 – 147,009 miles
  • 2019 – 143,601 miles
  • 2018 – 129,854 miles
  • 2017 – 111,123 miles
  • 2016 – 102,312 miles
  • 2015 – 98,645 miles
  • 2014 – 86,850 miles
  • 2013 – 82,471 miles
  • 2012 – 77,942 miles
  • 2010 – 55,462 miles
  • 2009 – 35,855 miles
  • 2008 – 23,979 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass207,745 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 22 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass207,745 miles (+13)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    207,745 miles
    Test number
    703499932839
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail207,732 miles (+12,217)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,732 miles
    Test number
    639933261374
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass195,515 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    195,515 miles
    Test number
    583143261726
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame: attachment bracket / mounting slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail195,515 miles (+18,813)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,515 miles
    Test number
    681803139791
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame: attachment bracket / mounting slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass176,702 miles (+96)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    176,702 miles
    Test number
    821524512015
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail176,606 miles (+4,692)2 dangerous4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,606 miles
    Test number
    196034428478
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • 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 Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass171,914 miles (+6,748)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    171,914 miles
    Test number
    774392736316
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Pass165,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    165,166 miles
    Test number
    640501096609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail165,166 miles (+10)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,166 miles
    Test number
    986047507804
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Fail165,156 miles (+18,147)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,156 miles
    Test number
    723258248278
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass147,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    147,009 miles
    Test number
    606154216535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail147,009 miles (+3,408)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,009 miles
    Test number
    499033218199
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  13. Pass143,601 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    143,601 miles
    Test number
    863002680203
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer corroded

  14. Fail143,601 miles (+13,747)3 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,601 miles
    Test number
    738279539010
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer corroded

  15. Pass129,854 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    129,854 miles
    Test number
    498618201335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail129,852 miles (+18,729)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,852 miles
    Test number
    204313202128
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  17. Pass111,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    111,123 miles
    Test number
    101861145629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail111,181 miles (+8,869)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,181 miles
    Test number
    900804213324
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)

  19. Pass102,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    102,312 miles
    Test number
    188692570806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail102,312 miles (+3,667)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,312 miles
    Test number
    233116921022
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear box outer skin corroded

  21. Pass98,645 miles (+11,795)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    98,645 miles
    Test number
    975270913489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass86,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    86,850 miles
    Test number
    606624844345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail86,850 miles (+4,379)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,850 miles
    Test number
    826254544361
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass82,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    82,471 miles
    Test number
    166787533383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail82,471 miles (+4,529)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,471 miles
    Test number
    529317333321
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear box corroded

  26. Pass77,942 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    77,942 miles
    Test number
    428109642431
    • NoteRear pads low disc corroded

  27. Fail77,942 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,942 miles
    Test number
    546349942374
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteRear pads low disc corroded

  28. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    967005511332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass55,462 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    55,462 miles
    Test number
    153833920390
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteDisc worn

  30. Fail55,462 miles (+19,607)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,462 miles
    Test number
    964393920377
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteDisc worn

  31. Fail35,855 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,855 miles
    Test number
    331947019377
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass35,855 miles (+11,876)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    35,855 miles
    Test number
    972527619396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass23,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    23,979 miles
    Test number
    424456298271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S40 GUD

Does S40 GUD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 GUD is valid until 7 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S40 GUD?
The MOT on S40 GUD is valid until 7 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 GUD done?
S40 GUD was recorded at 207,745 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 10,774 miles a year.
Has S40 GUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 GUD has failed 15 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on S40 GUD 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 GUD find?
S40 GUD passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 2 more.

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