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Volvo V40

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,731 cc

S810 BUFMOT history

S810 BUF is a black petrol Volvo V40 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 2 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 88,719 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Dec 2022
Mileage
88,719 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2021
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,150 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S810 BUF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,731 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

S810 BUF was last recorded at 88,719 miles on 3 Dec 2021, 1,773 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Oct 2015: 75,566 miles, lower than 75,567 miles on 22 Oct 2015.

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
86,946 miles · 18 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
1,773 miles
Average per year
3,150 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 88,719 miles
  • 2020 – 86,946 miles
  • 2019 – 84,078 miles
  • 2018 – 82,064 miles
  • 2017 – 80,117 miles
  • 2016 – 77,549 miles
  • 2015 – 75,566 miles
  • 2014 – 73,990 miles
  • 2013 – 72,388 miles
  • 2012 – 70,639 miles
  • 2010 – 66,029 miles
  • 2009 – 59,942 miles
  • 2008 – 52,433 miles
  • 2007 – 48,187 miles
  • 2006 – 43,606 miles
  • 2005 – 37,414 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,719 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust flanges and clamps rusty
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear brake pads are very close to wear limit.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,719 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    88,719 miles
    Test number
    344913089760
    • AdvisoryExhaust flanges and clamps rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail88,719 miles (+1,773)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,719 miles
    Test number
    927227534940
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flanges and clamps rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass86,946 miles (+2,868)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    86,946 miles
    Test number
    446992005832
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both blades poor. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside screen washers poor
    • AdvisoryNote ,parking brake on 19%

  4. Pass84,078 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    84,078 miles
    Test number
    995023261658
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail84,078 miles (+2,014)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,078 miles
    Test number
    348796051621
    • DangerousUndertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass82,064 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    82,064 miles
    Test number
    735727692754
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc rusted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush perished (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush perished (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  7. Fail82,064 miles (+1,947)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,064 miles
    Test number
    689181645372
    • Repaired at testNearside Direction indicator incorrect colour side repeater (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Direction indicator incorrect colour side repeater (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc rusted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush perished (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush perished (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Pass80,117 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    80,117 miles
    Test number
    896439920888
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads are very close to wear limit.
    • AdvisoryStrong advise; Unable to fully inspect rear seat belts.

  9. Fail80,107 miles (+2,558)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,107 miles
    Test number
    841347931255
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported Rear silencer flange very badly corroded and very weak. (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads are very close to wear limit.
    • AdvisoryStrong advise; Unable to fully inspect rear seat belts.

  10. Pass77,549 miles (+1,983)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    77,549 miles
    Test number
    586012936879
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST SYSTEM IS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryGENERAL CORROSION ON UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryREAR BRAKE DISCS ARE CORRODED
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass75,566 miles (-1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    75,566 miles
    Test number
    574228725646
    • AdvisoryGENERAL CORROSION UNDERNEATH VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryN/S/F INDICATOR LENS CRACKED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Fail75,567 miles (+1,577)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,567 miles
    Test number
    321923996181
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryGENERAL CORROSION UNDERNEATH VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryN/S/F INDICATOR LENS CRACKED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass73,990 miles (+1,602)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    73,990 miles
    Test number
    147241704381
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  14. Pass72,388 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    72,388 miles
    Test number
    366363783223
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteFront chin spoiler insecure
    • NoteOffside front marker light lense broken

  15. Fail72,388 miles (+1,749)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,388 miles
    Test number
    835922283264
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteFront chin spoiler insecure
    • NoteOffside front marker light lense broken

  16. Pass70,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    70,639 miles
    Test number
    687674402301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail70,639 miles (+4,610)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,639 miles
    Test number
    335150102336
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteAll brake discs corroded

  18. Pass66,029 miles (+6,087)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    66,029 miles
    Test number
    633612200322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail59,942 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,942 miles
    Test number
    332095489461
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear anti roll bar bushes worn

  20. Pass59,942 miles (+7,509)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    59,942 miles
    Test number
    663305589272
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear anti roll bar bushes worn

  21. Pass52,433 miles (+4,246)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    52,433 miles
    Test number
    590996138277
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread very lumpy
    • NoteRear anti roll bar bushes worn

  22. Fail48,187 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,187 miles
    Test number
    534496737279
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread going lumpy
    • NoteRear anti roll bar bushes worn

  23. Pass48,187 miles (+4,581)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    48,187 miles
    Test number
    792336137201
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread going lumpy
    • NoteRear anti roll bar bushes worn

  24. Pass43,606 miles (+6,192)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    43,606 miles
    Test number
    333019826223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,414 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    37,414 miles
    Test number
    294042335211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S810 BUF

Does S810 BUF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S810 BUF expired on 2 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S810 BUF?
The MOT on S810 BUF expired on 2 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S810 BUF done?
S810 BUF was recorded at 88,719 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2021, an average of 3,150 miles a year.
Has S810 BUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S810 BUF has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on S810 BUF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Oct 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S810 BUF find?
S810 BUF passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2021 with 7 advisories: exhaust flanges and clamps rusty; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted, and 4 more.

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