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Volvo S40

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,521 cc

S40 TEHMOT history

S40 TEH is a grey petrol Volvo S40 first used on 30 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 120,891 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
120,891 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,453 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 TEH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,521 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 TEH was last recorded at 120,891 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 13,839 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,052 miles · 5 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
13,839 miles
Average per year
5,453 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,891 miles
  • 2024 – 107,052 miles
  • 2023 – 106,170 miles
  • 2022 – 103,936 miles
  • 2021 – 100,288 miles
  • 2020 – 97,088 miles
  • 2019 – 93,852 miles
  • 2018 – 89,405 miles
  • 2017 – 86,286 miles
  • 2016 – 82,311 miles
  • 2015 – 79,538 miles
  • 2014 – 75,977 miles
  • 2013 – 69,430 miles
  • 2012 – 62,332 miles
  • 2011 – 55,633 miles
  • 2010 – 50,124 miles
  • 2009 – 42,220 miles
  • 2007 – 21,492 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,891 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded at upper limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,891 miles (+13,839)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    120,891 miles
    Test number
    469804757356
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass107,052 miles (+882)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    107,052 miles
    Test number
    971243144483
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened bothside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass106,170 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    106,170 miles
    Test number
    617084325187
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail106,170 miles (+2,234)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,170 miles
    Test number
    121622883946
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass103,936 miles (+3,648)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    103,936 miles
    Test number
    274874903084
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  6. Pass100,288 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    100,288 miles
    Test number
    506412874397
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded at upper limit (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded at upper limit (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded at upper limit (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded at upper limit (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious corrosion

  7. Fail100,281 miles (+3,193)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,281 miles
    Test number
    836263468172
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded at upper limit (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded at upper limit (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded at upper limit (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded at upper limit (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious corrosion

  8. Pass97,088 miles (+59)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    97,088 miles
    Test number
    753870945257
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration 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 rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail97,029 miles (+3,177)1 dangerous1 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,029 miles
    Test number
    793944537333
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration 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 rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass93,852 miles (+4,447)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    93,852 miles
    Test number
    808252343652
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass89,405 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    89,405 miles
    Test number
    292813771880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail89,395 miles (+3,109)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,395 miles
    Test number
    888809778568
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick rear brake pads worn down below 1.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt O/S front inner driveshaft boot split and leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  13. Pass86,286 miles (+84)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    86,286 miles
    Test number
    143890508730
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail86,202 miles (+3,891)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,202 miles
    Test number
    593184220321
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass82,311 miles (+2,773)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    82,311 miles
    Test number
    737104701709
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass79,538 miles (+3,561)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    79,538 miles
    Test number
    752400350376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing quick on the inside edge

  17. Pass75,977 miles (+6,547)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    75,977 miles
    Test number
    889215404317
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • Note1>front brake pads wearing thin

  18. Pass69,430 miles (+7,098)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    69,430 miles
    Test number
    525556663005
    • 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)

  19. Pass62,332 miles (+6,699)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    62,332 miles
    Test number
    429599002190
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have blocks of tread that appear to be out of shape advise replacement asap

  20. Pass55,633 miles (+5,509)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    55,633 miles
    Test number
    919535281003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,124 miles (+7,904)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    50,124 miles
    Test number
    870019670057
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass42,220 miles (+20,728)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    42,220 miles
    Test number
    302236269016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,492 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    21,492 miles
    Test number
    293153937396
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about S40 TEH

Does S40 TEH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 TEH is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 TEH?
The MOT on S40 TEH is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 TEH done?
S40 TEH was recorded at 120,891 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 5,453 miles a year.
Has S40 TEH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 TEH has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on S40 TEH 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 TEH find?
S40 TEH passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside front tyre slightly damaged, and 3 more.

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