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Volvo S40

Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 1,560 cc

S40 VGCMOT history

S40 VGC is a blue diesel Volvo S40 first used on 7 May 2010. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 75,120 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
75,120 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,357 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 VGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
7 May 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 VGC was last recorded at 75,120 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 2,947 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,173 miles · 10 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,947 miles
Average per year
4,357 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,120 miles
  • 2025 – 72,173 miles
  • 2024 – 69,713 miles
  • 2023 – 67,008 miles
  • 2022 – 64,261 miles
  • 2021 – 61,204 miles
  • 2020 – 58,833 miles
  • 2019 – 53,978 miles
  • 2018 – 47,288 miles
  • 2017 – 41,950 miles
  • 2016 – 36,079 miles
  • 2015 – 31,310 miles
  • 2014 – 24,855 miles
  • 2013 – 18,997 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,120 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (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.

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 7 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,120 miles (+2,947)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    75,120 miles
    Test number
    429928826727
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass72,173 miles (+2,460)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    72,173 miles
    Test number
    131507050587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass69,713 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    69,713 miles
    Test number
    920400260566
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view minor chips in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  4. Fail69,713 miles (+2,705)2 dangerous2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,713 miles
    Test number
    171291106888
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure badly worn outer edge and deteriorated in side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view minor chips in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both sides front (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and badly worn outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  5. Pass67,008 miles (+2,747)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    67,008 miles
    Test number
    100629144292
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front tyres worn on edges 205/50 r17
    • AdvisoryLong travel in foot brake
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust brackets corroded and weak
    • AdvisorySlight trans oil leaks
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  6. Pass64,261 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    64,261 miles
    Test number
    860788949867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly worn edges and deteriorated badly in treads 205/50 r17 xl (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  7. Fail64,261 miles (+3,057)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,261 miles
    Test number
    512689988020
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear bush also worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear bush also worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both sides rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly worn edges and deteriorated badly in treads 205/50 r17 xl (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  8. Pass61,204 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    61,204 miles
    Test number
    191985861242
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Fail61,204 miles (+2,371)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,204 miles
    Test number
    434413313022
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMovement in both front wishbone rear bushes
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Pass58,833 miles (+4,855)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    58,833 miles
    Test number
    306171844701
    • AdvisoryBoth front wishbone rear bushes starting to split and movement
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Pass53,978 miles (+6,690)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2020
    Odometer
    53,978 miles
    Test number
    898640697089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,288 miles (+5,338)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    47,288 miles
    Test number
    455388509627
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass41,950 miles (+5,871)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    41,950 miles
    Test number
    121002931472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,079 miles (+4,769)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2017
    Odometer
    36,079 miles
    Test number
    417726773695
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail31,310 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,310 miles
    Test number
    436368525103
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  16. Pass31,310 miles (+6,455)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    31,310 miles
    Test number
    788008225198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,855 miles (+5,858)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    24,855 miles
    Test number
    756396524148
    • NoteHigh level brake light not working

  18. Pass18,997 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    18,997 miles
    Test number
    257817523491
    • NoteCenter brake lamp inoperative

Questions about S40 VGC

Does S40 VGC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 VGC is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 VGC?
The MOT on S40 VGC is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 VGC done?
S40 VGC was recorded at 75,120 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 4,357 miles a year.
Has S40 VGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 VGC has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on S40 VGC 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 VGC find?
S40 VGC passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisy.

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