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Volvo S40

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,560 cc

S40 SVCMOT history

S40 SVC is a grey diesel Volvo S40 first used on 16 May 2006. Its MOT expired on 8 Apr 2025 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 173,332 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2024.

S40 SVC grey Volvo S40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo S40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Apr 2025
Mileage
173,332 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2024
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
10,270 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 SVC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
16 May 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 SVC was last recorded at 173,332 miles on 9 Apr 2024, 14,479 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,853 miles · 31 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
14,479 miles
Average per year
10,270 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 173,332 miles
  • 2023 – 158,853 miles
  • 2022 – 148,435 miles
  • 2021 – 136,145 miles
  • 2019 – 117,934 miles
  • 2018 – 110,137 miles
  • 2017 – 101,844 miles
  • 2016 – 96,689 miles
  • 2015 – 87,798 miles
  • 2014 – 82,450 miles
  • 2013 – 70,936 miles
  • 2012 – 57,043 miles
  • 2011 – 42,789 miles
  • 2010 – 25,814 miles
  • 2009 – 18,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,332 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,332 miles (+14,479)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    173,332 miles
    Test number
    678410116109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass158,853 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    158,853 miles
    Test number
    154231154217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail158,853 miles (+10,418)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,853 miles
    Test number
    623788738714
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  4. Pass148,435 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    148,435 miles
    Test number
    396360649754
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail148,435 miles (+12,290)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,435 miles
    Test number
    122423853783
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component insecure Steering rack gator (2.1.5 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass136,145 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    136,145 miles
    Test number
    651148055177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail136,135 miles (+18,201)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,135 miles
    Test number
    535448354386
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass117,934 miles (+7,797)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    117,934 miles
    Test number
    483429680480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass110,137 miles (+8,293)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    110,137 miles
    Test number
    567579175361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass101,844 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    101,844 miles
    Test number
    782596307513
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively front (3.7.B.3)

  11. Fail101,844 miles (+5,155)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,844 miles
    Test number
    988438128911
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively front (3.7.B.3)

  12. Pass96,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    96,689 miles
    Test number
    958257341958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail96,689 miles (+8,891)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,689 miles
    Test number
    913290054715
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

  14. Pass87,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    87,798 miles
    Test number
    586289365022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail87,798 miles (+5,348)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,798 miles
    Test number
    998069765094
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteFront brake disc slightly lipped
    • NoteRear brake disc slightly worn

  16. Pass82,450 miles (+131)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    82,450 miles
    Test number
    729796784016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail82,319 miles (+11,383)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,319 miles
    Test number
    235713284050
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass70,936 miles (+13,893)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    70,936 miles
    Test number
    355334283022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass57,043 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    57,043 miles
    Test number
    645026682012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail57,031 miles (+14,242)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,031 miles
    Test number
    648816482014
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass42,789 miles (+16,975)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    42,789 miles
    Test number
    598241471094
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass25,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    25,814 miles
    Test number
    994328680018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail25,814 miles (+7,021)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,814 miles
    Test number
    272568580081
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass18,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    18,793 miles
    Test number
    153582789024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail18,791 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,791 miles
    Test number
    553552789007
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S40 SVC

Does S40 SVC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S40 SVC expired on 8 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S40 SVC?
The MOT on S40 SVC expired on 8 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S40 SVC done?
S40 SVC was recorded at 173,332 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2024, an average of 10,270 miles a year.
Has S40 SVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 SVC has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on S40 SVC 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 SVC find?
S40 SVC passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front steering linkage ball joint has slight play; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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