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Volvo S40

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,997 cc

S40 PBSMOT history

S40 PBS is a grey diesel Volvo S40 first used on 8 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 11 Dec 2025 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 151,193 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2024.

S40 PBS grey Volvo S40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Dec 2025
Mileage
151,193 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2024
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,403 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 PBS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 PBS was last recorded at 151,193 miles on 12 Dec 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,193 miles · 11 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,403 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 151,193 miles
  • 2023 – 132,278 miles
  • 2022 – 125,883 miles
  • 2021 – 115,879 miles
  • 2020 – 101,946 miles
  • 2019 – 101,946 miles
  • 2018 – 95,214 miles
  • 2017 – 84,446 miles
  • 2016 – 76,649 miles
  • 2015 – 71,503 miles
  • 2014 – 63,004 miles
  • 2013 – 52,825 miles
  • 2012 – 41,440 miles
  • 2011 – 33,754 miles
  • 2010 – 24,902 miles
  • 2009 – 16,380 miles
  • 2008 – 15,302 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,193 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,193 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    151,193 miles
    Test number
    265261716756
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail151,193 miles (+18,915)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,193 miles
    Test number
    592661818598
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • 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 Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass132,278 miles (+6,395)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    132,278 miles
    Test number
    405174658224
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass125,883 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    125,883 miles
    Test number
    173061364366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail125,881 miles (+10,002)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,881 miles
    Test number
    122170758627
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass115,879 miles (+13,933)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    115,879 miles
    Test number
    269771551492
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Pass101,946 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    101,946 miles
    Test number
    889089790824
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail101,946 miles (+6,732)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,946 miles
    Test number
    224603400483
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass95,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    95,214 miles
    Test number
    642916384506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail95,214 miles (+4,553)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,214 miles
    Test number
    370520637937
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  11. Pass90,661 miles (+6,215)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    90,661 miles
    Test number
    117257824430
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertray fitted

  12. Pass84,446 miles (+7,797)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    84,446 miles
    Test number
    219955315196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre bald on both edges.

  13. Pass76,649 miles (+5,146)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    76,649 miles
    Test number
    763157700248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,503 miles (+8,499)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    71,503 miles
    Test number
    946280925090
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass63,004 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    63,004 miles
    Test number
    887710314094
    • NoteRear silencer outer skin corroded

  16. Fail63,004 miles (+10,179)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,004 miles
    Test number
    608240714060
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear silencer outer skin corroded

  17. Pass52,825 miles (+11,385)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    52,825 miles
    Test number
    286325213077
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear silencer outer skin corroded and split

  18. Pass41,440 miles (+7,686)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    41,440 miles
    Test number
    588316602030
    • NoteCut in n/s/r tyre

  19. Pass33,754 miles (+8,852)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    33,754 miles
    Test number
    845591811077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,902 miles (+8,522)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    24,902 miles
    Test number
    172158510011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,380 miles (+1,078)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    16,380 miles
    Test number
    453489729027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass15,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    15,302 miles
    Test number
    563694788291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S40 PBS

Does S40 PBS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S40 PBS expired on 11 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S40 PBS?
The MOT on S40 PBS expired on 11 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S40 PBS done?
S40 PBS was recorded at 151,193 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2024, an average of 8,403 miles a year.
Has S40 PBS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 PBS has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on S40 PBS 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 PBS find?
S40 PBS passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2024 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play.

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