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Volvo S40

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,731 cc

S40 MRJMOT history

S40 MRJ is a green petrol Volvo S40 first used on 28 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 19 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 102,814 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Sept 2027
Mileage
102,814 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,304 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 MRJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,731 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
28 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 MRJ was last recorded at 102,814 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 34 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Sept 2008: 65,008 miles, lower than 610,586 miles on 30 Aug 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
102,780 miles · 25 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
34 miles
Average per year
2,304 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,814 miles
  • 2025 – 101,853 miles
  • 2024 – 100,661 miles
  • 2023 – 100,197 miles
  • 2022 – 99,526 miles
  • 2021 – 98,858 miles
  • 2020 – 98,298 miles
  • 2019 – 97,443 miles
  • 2018 – 96,535 miles
  • 2017 – 93,665 miles
  • 2016 – 91,171 miles
  • 2015 – 88,331 miles
  • 2014 – 84,909 miles
  • 2013 – 80,885 miles
  • 2012 – 76,652 miles
  • 2011 – 73,717 miles
  • 2010 – 71,815 miles
  • 2009 – 67,687 miles
  • 2008 – 65,008 miles
  • 2007 – 610,586 miles
  • 2006 – 56,633 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,814 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUnder boy slightly corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Central Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Outer Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,814 miles (+34)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    102,814 miles
    Test number
    347328187272
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder boy slightly corroded

  2. Fail102,780 miles (+927)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,780 miles
    Test number
    985449550571
    • MajorFront Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder boy slightly corroded

  3. Pass101,853 miles (+22)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    101,853 miles
    Test number
    292504006442
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail101,831 miles (+1,170)3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,831 miles
    Test number
    170430972607
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass100,661 miles (+464)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    100,661 miles
    Test number
    788185198249
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass100,197 miles (+123)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    100,197 miles
    Test number
    196716784986
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE SIGNS OF SURFACE CORROSION AND ON COMPONENTS

  7. Fail100,074 miles (+548)8 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,074 miles
    Test number
    714227808140
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside of vehicle

  8. Pass99,526 miles (+668)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    99,526 miles
    Test number
    182746906029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer Sill/Under Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass98,858 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    98,858 miles
    Test number
    915182985136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail98,822 miles (+524)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,822 miles
    Test number
    782900848901
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn Drop Link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill to Wheel Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass98,298 miles (+855)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    98,298 miles
    Test number
    439196104454
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass97,443 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    97,443 miles
    Test number
    235575283871
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Frontal (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail97,443 miles (+908)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,443 miles
    Test number
    647331644350
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Frontal (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass96,535 miles (+2,870)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    96,535 miles
    Test number
    712961525129
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded

  15. Pass93,665 miles (+2,494)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    93,665 miles
    Test number
    132549433406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass91,171 miles (+2,840)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    91,171 miles
    Test number
    437608669735
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass88,331 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    88,331 miles
    Test number
    641487404220
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre possible low pressure
    • AdvisoryEngine support member corroded

  18. Fail88,308 miles (+3,399)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,308 miles
    Test number
    255309841971
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre possible low pressure
    • AdvisoryEngine support member corroded

  19. Pass84,909 miles (+4,024)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    84,909 miles
    Test number
    995728634278
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass80,885 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    80,885 miles
    Test number
    138719033298
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  21. Fail80,884 miles (+4,232)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,884 miles
    Test number
    419539233290
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  22. Pass76,652 miles (+2,935)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    76,652 miles
    Test number
    117013542222
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass73,717 miles (+1,902)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    73,717 miles
    Test number
    798942841291
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  24. Pass71,815 miles (+4,128)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    71,815 miles
    Test number
    163263040212
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  25. Pass67,687 miles (+88)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    67,687 miles
    Test number
    791995749222
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail67,599 miles (+2,591)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,599 miles
    Test number
    983679739274
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/S/R & N/S/R Inner side lights not working

  27. Pass65,008 miles (-545,578)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    65,008 miles
    Test number
    664186148244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass610,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    610,586 miles
    Test number
    323292147258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail610,586 miles (+553,953)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    610,586 miles
    Test number
    500282747210
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  30. Pass56,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    56,633 miles
    Test number
    503770136288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S40 MRJ

Does S40 MRJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 MRJ is valid until 19 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 MRJ?
The MOT on S40 MRJ is valid until 19 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 MRJ done?
S40 MRJ was recorded at 102,814 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 2,304 miles a year.
Has S40 MRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 MRJ has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S40 MRJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Sept 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S40 MRJ find?
S40 MRJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; under boy slightly corroded.

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