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Volvo C30

White · Petrol · 2009 · 1,596 cc

S40 LEFMOT history

S40 LEF is a white petrol Volvo C30 first used on 2 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 66,858 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

S40 LEF white Volvo C30 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo C30, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
66,858 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,079 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 LEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
C30
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
2 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 LEF was last recorded at 66,858 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 2,013 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,845 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,013 miles
Average per year
4,079 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,858 miles
  • 2025 – 64,845 miles
  • 2024 – 60,593 miles
  • 2023 – 55,905 miles
  • 2022 – 50,970 miles
  • 2021 – 47,893 miles
  • 2020 – 45,141 miles
  • 2019 – 41,012 miles
  • 2018 – 37,993 miles
  • 2017 – 31,667 miles
  • 2016 – 24,304 miles
  • 2015 – 15,904 miles
  • 2014 – 14,747 miles
  • 2013 – 12,585 miles
  • 2012 – 10,095 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,858 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    66,858 miles
    Test number
    817392943846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail66,856 miles (+2,011)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,856 miles
    Test number
    869138341762
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  3. Pass64,845 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    64,845 miles
    Test number
    296295786718
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  4. Fail64,841 miles (+4,248)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,841 miles
    Test number
    756374566300
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass60,593 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    60,593 miles
    Test number
    562237000067
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flex deteriorated
  6. Fail60,593 miles (+4,688)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,593 miles
    Test number
    791450484217
    • Repaired at testNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flex deteriorated
  7. Pass55,905 miles (+4,935)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    55,905 miles
    Test number
    161728835647
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust deteriorated
  8. Pass50,970 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    50,970 miles
    Test number
    396409014633
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Fail50,970 miles (+3,077)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,970 miles
    Test number
    710623195352
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass47,893 miles (+2,752)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    47,893 miles
    Test number
    274933340182
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass45,141 miles (+26)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    45,141 miles
    Test number
    169398148904
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate poorly illuminated
  12. Fail45,115 miles (+4,103)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,115 miles
    Test number
    796428390417
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate poorly illuminated
  13. Pass41,012 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    41,012 miles
    Test number
    651861588127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail41,010 miles (+3,017)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,010 miles
    Test number
    984185640678
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt loose (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  15. Pass37,993 miles (+6,326)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    37,993 miles
    Test number
    254065397665
    • AdvisoryFront Tyres wearing thin on inner edges
  16. Pass31,667 miles (+7,363)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    31,667 miles
    Test number
    679698450844
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass24,304 miles (+2,661)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    24,304 miles
    Test number
    701077832863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass21,643 miles (+5,739)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    21,643 miles
    Test number
    496270374394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass15,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    15,904 miles
    Test number
    138742905429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail15,904 miles (+1,157)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,904 miles
    Test number
    509762505074
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  21. Pass14,747 miles (+2,162)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    14,747 miles
    Test number
    978027614062
    • AdvisoryObligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
  22. Pass12,585 miles (+2,490)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    12,585 miles
    Test number
    576623223080
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  23. Pass10,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    10,095 miles
    Test number
    685450042053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail10,095 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,095 miles
    Test number
    288719332025
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Questions about S40 LEF

Does S40 LEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 LEF is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 LEF?
The MOT on S40 LEF is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 LEF done?
S40 LEF was recorded at 66,858 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 4,079 miles a year.
Has S40 LEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 LEF has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S40 LEF 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 LEF find?
S40 LEF passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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