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Volvo S40

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,855 cc

T167 BWOMOT history

T167 BWO is a blue petrol Volvo S40 first used on 16 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 101,538 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Dec 2026
Mileage
101,538 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,740 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T167 BWO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,855 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T167 BWO was last recorded at 101,538 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 70 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,468 miles · 3 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
70 miles
Average per year
3,740 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,538 miles
  • 2024 – 98,072 miles
  • 2023 – 95,292 miles
  • 2022 – 91,525 miles
  • 2021 – 87,881 miles
  • 2020 – 86,921 miles
  • 2019 – 85,662 miles
  • 2018 – 84,862 miles
  • 2017 – 82,680 miles
  • 2016 – 79,891 miles
  • 2015 – 77,701 miles
  • 2014 – 74,346 miles
  • 2013 – 71,574 miles
  • 2012 – 67,442 miles
  • 2011 – 61,259 miles
  • 2010 – 55,867 miles
  • 2009 – 49,057 miles
  • 2008 – 42,175 miles
  • 2007 – 36,385 miles
  • 2006 – 27,857 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,538 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022

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 Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Coil spring corroded Both fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Underside showing signs of corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,538 miles (+70)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    101,538 miles
    Test number
    194219621052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail101,468 miles (+3,396)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,468 miles
    Test number
    343323088507
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass98,072 miles (+32)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    98,072 miles
    Test number
    173143445031
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside showing signs of corrosion

  4. Fail98,040 miles (+2,748)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,040 miles
    Test number
    436232324472
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/50/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside showing signs of corrosion

  5. Pass95,292 miles (+3,767)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    95,292 miles
    Test number
    832919004165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear and under side of car showing signs of corrosion

  6. Pass91,525 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    91,525 miles
    Test number
    276364373799
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail91,525 miles (+3,644)1 dangerous6 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,525 miles
    Test number
    793316269839
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • 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 Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • 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 Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass87,881 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    87,881 miles
    Test number
    915896294986
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished on outer edge.

  9. Fail87,881 miles (+960)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,881 miles
    Test number
    660325455363
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished on outer edge.

  10. Pass86,921 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    86,921 miles
    Test number
    398642851435
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever loose

  11. Fail86,919 miles (+1,257)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,919 miles
    Test number
    826788969401
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever loose

  12. Pass85,662 miles (+800)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    85,662 miles
    Test number
    676864962554
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp beam images poor
    • AdvisoryBoth rear indicators going white

  13. Pass84,862 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    84,862 miles
    Test number
    306925339402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail84,862 miles (+2,182)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,862 miles
    Test number
    432924300418
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  15. Pass82,680 miles (+2,789)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    82,680 miles
    Test number
    718707721378
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre tread worn inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread bald inner edge

  16. Pass79,891 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    79,891 miles
    Test number
    651042270179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail79,843 miles (+2,142)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,843 miles
    Test number
    470549934762
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer in poor condition
    • AdvisoryO/s/r and n/s/f tyres worn

  18. Pass77,701 miles (+3)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    77,701 miles
    Test number
    165204785019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge

  19. Fail77,698 miles (+3,352)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,698 miles
    Test number
    337523685028
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge

  20. Pass74,346 miles (+2,772)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    74,346 miles
    Test number
    856334364046
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner shoulders

  21. Pass71,574 miles (+4,132)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    71,574 miles
    Test number
    128327883435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass67,442 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    67,442 miles
    Test number
    326441992019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail67,433 miles (+6,174)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,433 miles
    Test number
    197379382494
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass61,259 miles (+5,392)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    61,259 miles
    Test number
    145985771023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass55,867 miles (+6,810)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    55,867 miles
    Test number
    653319470002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass49,057 miles (+6,882)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    49,057 miles
    Test number
    330349879095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass42,175 miles (+5,790)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    42,175 miles
    Test number
    180528068093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass36,385 miles (+8,528)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    36,385 miles
    Test number
    170073087045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass27,857 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    27,857 miles
    Test number
    960030096090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T167 BWO

Does T167 BWO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T167 BWO is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T167 BWO?
The MOT on T167 BWO is valid until 10 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T167 BWO done?
T167 BWO was recorded at 101,538 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 3,740 miles a year.
Has T167 BWO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T167 BWO has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T167 BWO 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 T167 BWO find?
T167 BWO passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; oil leak, but not excessive.

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