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Volvo V40

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,731 cc

T167 BGTMOT history

T167 BGT is a green petrol Volvo V40 first used on 27 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 91,796 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Mar 2026
Mileage
91,796 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,714 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T167 BGT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,731 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T167 BGT was last recorded at 91,796 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 4,452 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Feb 2008: 28,921 miles, lower than 38,278 miles on 5 Feb 2007.

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
87,344 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,452 miles
Average per year
2,714 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,796 miles
  • 2025 – 87,344 miles
  • 2024 – 82,402 miles
  • 2023 – 77,869 miles
  • 2022 – 72,737 miles
  • 2021 – 67,681 miles
  • 2019 – 62,556 miles
  • 2018 – 58,101 miles
  • 2017 – 56,309 miles
  • 2016 – 55,775 miles
  • 2015 – 54,842 miles
  • 2014 – 53,976 miles
  • 2013 – 51,713 miles
  • 2012 – 48,966 miles
  • 2011 – 46,304 miles
  • 2010 – 40,122 miles
  • 2009 – 38,963 miles
  • 2008 – 28,921 miles
  • 2007 – 38,278 miles
  • 2006 – 37,137 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail91,796 miles
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Inner CV Boot Damp Indicating Fluid Leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 17 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail91,796 miles (+4,452)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,796 miles
    Test number
    576172057817
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass87,344 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    87,344 miles
    Test number
    681865237149
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner CV Boot Damp Indicating Fluid Leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail87,344 miles (+4,942)3 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,344 miles
    Test number
    282057507163
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner CV Boot Damp Indicating Fluid Leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass82,402 miles (+4,533)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    82,402 miles
    Test number
    546571588506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass77,869 miles (+5,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    77,869 miles
    Test number
    859699524696
    • AdvisoryHeadlights could do with some new bulbs

  6. Pass72,737 miles (+5,056)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    72,737 miles
    Test number
    958621116762
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass67,681 miles (+5,125)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    67,681 miles
    Test number
    835177467552
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  8. Pass62,556 miles (+4,455)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    62,556 miles
    Test number
    643841971801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass58,101 miles (+1,792)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    58,101 miles
    Test number
    109917691223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,309 miles1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    56,309 miles
    Test number
    410295272655
    • DangerousBrake pipe slightly corroded Both Front To Rear Pipes Starting to Corrode (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryGeneral Corrosion to Front & Rear Suspension, and rear Floor Chassis in the Centre of Car
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Fuel pipe slightly damaged Pipes Corroded Espicaially On Filter, Not Pourous Yet (7.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced Reflector Tarnished, Out Put reduced (1.7.5a)

  11. Fail56,309 miles (+534)3 dangerous3 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,309 miles
    Test number
    870851922703
    • DangerousBrake pipe slightly corroded Both Front To Rear Pipes Starting to Corrode (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tread Coming Away From Carcass on Outer Shoulder, due to Age (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear fog lamp not working Possibly Due to Broken Light Switch Position "O" (1.3.2b)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on main beam Both Not Staying on High, Possibly Due to Broken Light Switch Position "O" (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailurePosition lamp switch missing (1.1.A.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryGeneral Corrosion to Front & Rear Suspension, and rear Floor Chassis in the Centre of Car
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side Marker Light N/W
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Fuel pipe slightly damaged Pipes Corroded Espicaially On Filter, Not Pourous Yet (7.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced Reflector Tarnished, Out Put reduced (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass55,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    55,775 miles
    Test number
    500650539986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail55,775 miles (+933)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,775 miles
    Test number
    932633711801
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailurePosition lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)

  14. Pass54,842 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    54,842 miles
    Test number
    238426775129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail54,842 miles (+866)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,842 miles
    Test number
    455915075115
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass53,976 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    53,976 miles
    Test number
    506932144176
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail53,976 miles (+2,263)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,976 miles
    Test number
    269542444127
    • FailureTailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass51,713 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    51,713 miles
    Test number
    238405703462
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChassis and exhaust is going rusty.

  19. Fail51,713 miles (+2,747)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,713 miles
    Test number
    549615103132
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChassis and exhaust is going rusty.

  20. Pass48,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    48,966 miles
    Test number
    445222832033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail48,966 miles (+2,662)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,966 miles
    Test number
    319171632018
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  22. Pass46,304 miles (+6,182)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    46,304 miles
    Test number
    858255931093
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass40,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    40,122 miles
    Test number
    370083630084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail40,122 miles (+1,159)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,122 miles
    Test number
    480463830093
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  25. Fail38,963 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,963 miles
    Test number
    492242949083
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  26. Pass38,963 miles (+10,042)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    38,963 miles
    Test number
    652772849053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,921 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    28,921 miles
    Test number
    962126648088
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  28. Fail28,921 miles (-9,357)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,921 miles
    Test number
    992934548016
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailurePosition lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  29. Pass38,278 miles (+1,141)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    38,278 miles
    Test number
    814016337038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass37,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    37,137 miles
    Test number
    123467716049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T167 BGT

Does T167 BGT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T167 BGT expired on 17 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T167 BGT?
The MOT on T167 BGT expired on 17 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T167 BGT done?
T167 BGT was recorded at 91,796 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 2,714 miles a year.
Has T167 BGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T167 BGT has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T167 BGT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Feb 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T167 BGT find?
T167 BGT failed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting; offside rear vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting, and 7 more.

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