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Volvo V40

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,731 cc

T101 RELMOT history

T101 REL is a blue petrol Volvo V40 first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 180,897 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
180,897 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,423 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T101 REL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,731 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T101 REL was last recorded at 180,897 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 173 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,724 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
173 miles
Average per year
5,423 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,897 miles
  • 2025 – 180,724 miles
  • 2024 – 180,675 miles
  • 2023 – 180,560 miles
  • 2022 – 180,481 miles
  • 2021 – 180,239 miles
  • 2020 – 180,053 miles
  • 2019 – 179,710 miles
  • 2018 – 179,087 miles
  • 2017 – 178,166 miles
  • 2016 – 176,527 miles
  • 2015 – 175,529 miles
  • 2014 – 171,389 miles
  • 2013 – 164,055 miles
  • 2012 – 154,144 miles
  • 2011 – 135,721 miles
  • 2010 – 119,251 miles
  • 2009 – 104,415 miles
  • 2008 – 92,758 miles
  • 2007 – 83,019 miles
  • 2006 – 71,806 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,897 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slight seepage from small end and perished (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Cracked and perished (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From front to rear flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From front to rear flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s n/s front to rear

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s n/s front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s n/s close to limits

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

35 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,897 miles (+173)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    180,897 miles
    Test number
    878683471956
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slight seepage from small end and perished (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Cracked and perished (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From front to rear flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From front to rear flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Pass180,724 miles (+49)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    180,724 miles
    Test number
    737815307331
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass180,675 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    180,675 miles
    Test number
    348066241064
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Fail180,675 miles (+115)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,675 miles
    Test number
    238694569657
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass180,560 miles (+79)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    180,560 miles
    Test number
    442688046590
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass180,481 miles (+242)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    180,481 miles
    Test number
    574067196685
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracked in tread

  7. Pass180,239 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    180,239 miles
    Test number
    935454207847
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Fail180,239 miles (+186)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,239 miles
    Test number
    113854370350
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Pass180,053 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    180,053 miles
    Test number
    976322790342
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s n/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Fail180,051 miles (+341)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,051 miles
    Test number
    680233573076
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s n/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive leaking coolant from pipe o/s/f inner wing (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Pass179,710 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    179,710 miles
    Test number
    372850218208
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s n/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  12. Fail179,710 miles (+623)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,710 miles
    Test number
    509406742241
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (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))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s n/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  13. Pass179,087 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    179,087 miles
    Test number
    787426626163
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s n/s close to limits (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  14. Fail179,087 miles (+921)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,087 miles
    Test number
    518871534682
    • MajorNearside Hazard warning switch inoperative not working to o/s hazards lights (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. wrong size (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorHazard warning lamps operated by more than one switch (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s n/s close to limits (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  15. Pass178,166 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    178,166 miles
    Test number
    937242030987
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded o/s n/s front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively close to limits (3.7.B.3)

  16. Fail178,166 miles (+1,639)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,166 miles
    Test number
    432487869319
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working o/s n/s (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded o/s n/s front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively close to limits (3.7.B.3)

  17. Pass176,527 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    176,527 miles
    Test number
    907541756578
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded o/s n/s front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOvality to o/s/f brake

  18. Fail176,527 miles (+998)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,527 miles
    Test number
    977916948929
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s n/s (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded o/s n/s front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOvality to o/s/f brake

  19. Pass175,529 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    175,529 miles
    Test number
    207849415211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  20. Fail175,529 miles (+4,140)1 failure5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,529 miles
    Test number
    717108615279
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteRear exhaust joint corroded

  21. Pass171,389 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    171,389 miles
    Test number
    378151814297
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOff side front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRadiator leaking coolant
    • NoteRear exhaust weak/corroded
    • NoteRear wiper split

  22. Fail171,389 miles (+7,334)2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,389 miles
    Test number
    115651214279
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOff side front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRadiator leaking coolant
    • NoteRear exhaust weak/corroded
    • NoteRear wiper split

  23. Pass164,055 miles (+9,911)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    164,055 miles
    Test number
    316839413464
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass154,144 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    154,144 miles
    Test number
    377640422261
    • NoteBoth front to rear brake pipe corroded

  25. Fail154,144 miles (+18,423)3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,144 miles
    Test number
    999860022234
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front to rear brake pipe corroded

  26. Pass135,721 miles (+16,470)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    135,721 miles
    Test number
    197761321227
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipes corroded
    • NoteN/s/f flexy perished
    • NoteRear no plate poor condition

  27. Pass119,251 miles (+14,836)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    119,251 miles
    Test number
    834314820258
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipes corroded. Rear exhaust very rusty around joint. Rear antiroll bar bushes worn.

  28. Pass104,415 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    104,415 miles
    Test number
    734632239214
    • NoteBoth front to rear brake pipes corroded
    • NoteO/s n/s rear axle bushes poor conditioin
    • NoteRear pads low
    • NoteSlight inbalance to rear brakes

  29. Fail104,415 miles (+11,657)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,415 miles
    Test number
    194772139212
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front to rear brake pipes corroded
    • NoteO/s n/s rear axle bushes poor conditioin
    • NoteRear pads low
    • NoteSlight inbalance to rear brakes

  30. Pass92,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    92,758 miles
    Test number
    913338298132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail92,753 miles (+9,734)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,753 miles
    Test number
    240628698481
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  32. Fail83,019 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,019 miles
    Test number
    232966887151
    • Repaired at testDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFuel pipes rusty

  33. Pass83,019 miles (+11,213)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    83,019 miles
    Test number
    281866187447
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFuel pipes rusty

  34. Fail71,806 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,806 miles
    Test number
    774907486141
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  35. Pass71,806 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    71,806 miles
    Test number
    944727286128
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about T101 REL

Does T101 REL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T101 REL is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T101 REL?
The MOT on T101 REL is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T101 REL done?
T101 REL was recorded at 180,897 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 5,423 miles a year.
Has T101 REL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T101 REL has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T101 REL 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 T101 REL find?
T101 REL passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight seepage from small end and perished; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt cracked and perished; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 4 more.

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