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Volvo S40

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

T23 VVBMOT history

T23 VVB is a blue diesel Volvo S40 first used on 5 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 13 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 112,449 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Feb 2027
Mileage
112,449 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,356 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T23 VVB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
5 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T23 VVB was last recorded at 112,449 miles on 14 Feb 2026, 5,403 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,046 miles · 13 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,403 miles
Average per year
8,356 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,449 miles
  • 2025 – 107,046 miles
  • 2024 – 101,012 miles
  • 2023 – 92,159 miles
  • 2022 – 85,106 miles
  • 2021 – 75,482 miles
  • 2020 – 62,999 miles
  • 2019 – 42,682 miles
  • 2018 – 40,615 miles
  • 2017 – 35,386 miles
  • 2016 – 29,143 miles
  • 2015 – 21,941 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,449 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

16 tests since 17 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,449 miles (+5,403)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    112,449 miles
    Test number
    156446709404
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass107,046 miles (+6,034)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    107,046 miles
    Test number
    497206332257
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass101,012 miles (+21)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    101,012 miles
    Test number
    971269154967
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Fail100,991 miles (+8,832)1 dangerous6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,991 miles
    Test number
    179951407490
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass92,159 miles (+7,053)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    92,159 miles
    Test number
    839758366788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass85,106 miles (+9,624)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    85,106 miles
    Test number
    673721122302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass75,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    75,482 miles
    Test number
    822503092568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail75,482 miles (+12,483)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,482 miles
    Test number
    397083631778
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  9. Pass62,999 miles (+20,317)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    62,999 miles
    Test number
    767061215999
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner boot slightly perishing (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Flashing white (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass42,682 miles (+2,067)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    42,682 miles
    Test number
    262064318581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass40,615 miles (+5,229)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    40,615 miles
    Test number
    226761460648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass35,386 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    35,386 miles
    Test number
    146928516615
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre inner edge bald

  13. Fail35,386 miles (+6,243)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,386 miles
    Test number
    399885267704
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre inner edge bald

  14. Pass29,143 miles (+7,202)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    29,143 miles
    Test number
    115376896446
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  15. Pass21,941 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    21,941 miles
    Test number
    268917105490
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Fail21,941 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,941 miles
    Test number
    758607305133
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about T23 VVB

Does T23 VVB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T23 VVB is valid until 13 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T23 VVB?
The MOT on T23 VVB is valid until 13 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T23 VVB done?
T23 VVB was recorded at 112,449 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2026, an average of 8,356 miles a year.
Has T23 VVB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T23 VVB has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T23 VVB 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 T23 VVB find?
T23 VVB passed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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