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Volvo S40

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,948 cc

S748 ATVMOT history

S748 ATV is a red petrol Volvo S40 first used on 8 Feb 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 179,709 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2026
Mileage
179,709 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,440 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S748 ATV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,948 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S748 ATV was last recorded at 179,709 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 1,509 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Oct 2025: 178,193 miles, lower than 178,802 miles on 17 Sept 2025.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
178,200 miles · 29 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,509 miles
Average per year
2,440 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 179,709 miles
  • 2025 – 178,200 miles
  • 2024 – 178,173 miles
  • 2023 – 174,451 miles
  • 2022 – 169,444 miles
  • 2021 – 165,045 miles
  • 2020 – 161,108 miles
  • 2019 – 159,829 miles
  • 2018 – 155,975 miles
  • 2017 – 151,564 miles
  • 2016 – 147,201 miles
  • 2014 – 146,654 miles
  • 2013 – 145,683 miles
  • 2012 – 143,002 miles
  • 2011 – 140,989 miles
  • 2010 – 139,156 miles
  • 2009 – 136,719 miles
  • 2008 – 134,947 miles
  • 2007 – 132,370 miles
  • 2006 – 130,589 miles
  • 2005 – 128,140 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail179,709 miles
  • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

What MOT failures 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 Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 23 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail179,709 miles (+1,509)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,709 miles
    Test number
    623298541277
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass178,200 miles (+7)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    178,200 miles
    Test number
    505180902152
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail178,193 miles (-609)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,193 miles
    Test number
    181029285800
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail178,802 miles (+629)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,802 miles
    Test number
    304022495162
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass178,173 miles (+3,722)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    178,173 miles
    Test number
    798500708877
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass174,451 miles (+5,007)4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    174,451 miles
    Test number
    840009944987
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass169,444 miles (+4,399)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    169,444 miles
    Test number
    841064139026
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass165,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    165,045 miles
    Test number
    618762251501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail165,045 miles (+3,937)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,045 miles
    Test number
    844986627693
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass161,108 miles (+1,279)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    161,108 miles
    Test number
    178563593933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass159,829 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    159,829 miles
    Test number
    792593618770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail159,827 miles (+3,852)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,827 miles
    Test number
    696569294967
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive from front of radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass155,975 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    155,975 miles
    Test number
    975795086237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail155,975 miles (+4,411)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,975 miles
    Test number
    283272596068
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass151,564 miles (+4,363)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    151,564 miles
    Test number
    328238462668
    • AdvisoryCo emissions slightly high

  16. Pass147,201 miles (+547)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    147,201 miles
    Test number
    324173887207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass146,654 miles (+971)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    146,654 miles
    Test number
    316439384241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass145,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    145,683 miles
    Test number
    337622493212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail145,683 miles (+2,681)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,683 miles
    Test number
    948582793249
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass143,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    143,002 miles
    Test number
    338976172231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail143,002 miles (+2,013)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,002 miles
    Test number
    918606772211
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  22. Pass140,989 miles (+1,833)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    140,989 miles
    Test number
    306601671428
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass139,156 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    139,156 miles
    Test number
    440202970217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail139,149 miles (+2,430)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,149 miles
    Test number
    954581070236
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  25. Fail136,719 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,719 miles
    Test number
    114182079201
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  26. Pass136,719 miles (+1,772)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    136,719 miles
    Test number
    250922179243
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  27. Pass134,947 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    134,947 miles
    Test number
    390743378442
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteLower engine cover hanging down.

  28. Fail134,947 miles (+2,577)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,947 miles
    Test number
    871323178279
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteLower engine cover hanging down.

  29. Fail132,370 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,370 miles
    Test number
    130233657213
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  30. Pass132,370 miles (+1,781)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    132,370 miles
    Test number
    434483357232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass130,589 miles (+2,449)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    130,589 miles
    Test number
    694198466214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass128,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    128,140 miles
    Test number
    741545335258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S748 ATV

Does S748 ATV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S748 ATV is valid until 28 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on S748 ATV?
The MOT on S748 ATV is valid until 28 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S748 ATV done?
S748 ATV was recorded at 179,709 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 2,440 miles a year.
Has S748 ATV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S748 ATV has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S748 ATV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Oct 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S748 ATV find?
S748 ATV failed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 5 major defects and 3 advisories: brake lever has insufficient reserve travel; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside parking brake inoperative on one side, and 5 more.

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