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Volvo S40

Maroon · Petrol · 1998 · 1,948 cc

S49 SLAMOT history

S49 SLA is a maroon petrol Volvo S40 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 15 Oct 2025 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 51,186 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Oct 2025
Mileage
51,186 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2024
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,803 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S49 SLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Maroon
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,948 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S49 SLA was last recorded at 51,186 miles on 23 Sept 2024, 1,465 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,721 miles · 16 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
1,465 miles
Average per year
1,803 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 51,186 miles
  • 2023 – 49,721 miles
  • 2022 – 48,577 miles
  • 2021 – 47,235 miles
  • 2020 – 47,206 miles
  • 2018 – 45,305 miles
  • 2017 – 41,798 miles
  • 2016 – 38,138 miles
  • 2015 – 35,724 miles
  • 2014 – 33,121 miles
  • 2013 – 30,632 miles
  • 2012 – 27,997 miles
  • 2011 – 25,374 miles
  • 2010 – 22,534 miles
  • 2009 – 20,985 miles
  • 2008 – 20,158 miles
  • 2007 – 19,293 miles
  • 2006 – 18,445 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,186 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,186 miles (+1,465)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    51,186 miles
    Test number
    161767146766
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass49,721 miles (+1,144)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    49,721 miles
    Test number
    366967606199
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass48,577 miles (+1,342)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    48,577 miles
    Test number
    314501256414
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass47,235 miles (+29)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    47,235 miles
    Test number
    512120669297
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass47,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    47,206 miles
    Test number
    434489300560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail47,206 miles (+1,901)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,206 miles
    Test number
    994484703598
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass45,305 miles (+3,507)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    45,305 miles
    Test number
    109219534693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass41,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    41,798 miles
    Test number
    124587821563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail41,794 miles (+3,656)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,794 miles
    Test number
    696972474590
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH FRONT TYRES (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass38,138 miles (+2,414)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    38,138 miles
    Test number
    721056524695
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH FRONT TYRES (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass35,724 miles (+17)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    35,724 miles
    Test number
    769617814924
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside head lamp reflector slightly deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn close to legal limit on inner & outer shoulders

  12. Fail35,707 miles (+2,586)3 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,707 miles
    Test number
    548727715282
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre shows signs of feathering on inner shoulder.

  13. Pass33,121 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    33,121 miles
    Test number
    565279414272
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade showing signs deterioration.

  14. Fail33,121 miles (+2,489)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,121 miles
    Test number
    876349014280
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade showing signs deterioration.

  15. Fail30,632 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,632 miles
    Test number
    329281713424
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear shock absorber slight reduced damping effect.

  16. Pass30,632 miles (+2,635)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    30,632 miles
    Test number
    398331113204
    • NoteNearside rear shock absorber slight reduced damping effect.

  17. Pass27,997 miles (+2,623)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    27,997 miles
    Test number
    998429012242
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  18. Pass25,374 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    25,374 miles
    Test number
    196724711264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

  19. Fail25,374 miles (+2,840)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,374 miles
    Test number
    847734011292
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

  20. Pass22,534 miles (+1,549)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    22,534 miles
    Test number
    730547900254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,985 miles (+827)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    20,985 miles
    Test number
    763348209240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,158 miles (+865)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    20,158 miles
    Test number
    820625408276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,293 miles (+848)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    19,293 miles
    Test number
    123475207292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass18,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    18,445 miles
    Test number
    412178106280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S49 SLA

Does S49 SLA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S49 SLA expired on 15 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S49 SLA?
The MOT on S49 SLA expired on 15 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S49 SLA done?
S49 SLA was recorded at 51,186 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2024, an average of 1,803 miles a year.
Has S49 SLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S49 SLA has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on S49 SLA 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 S49 SLA find?
S49 SLA passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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