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Volvo S80

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,435 cc

T240 YEWMOT history

T240 YEW is a green petrol Volvo S80 first used on 3 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Feb 2025 and it has passed 11 of 21 MOT tests, with 187,537 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Feb 2025
Mileage
187,537 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2024
MOT tests
21
11 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,699 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T240 YEW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S80
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T240 YEW was last recorded at 187,537 miles on 23 Feb 2024, 110 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,427 miles · 6 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
110 miles
Average per year
4,699 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 187,537 miles
  • 2023 – 187,427 miles
  • 2022 – 178,954 miles
  • 2021 – 168,522 miles
  • 2020 – 163,169 miles
  • 2019 – 149,292 miles
  • 2012 – 147,227 miles
  • 2011 – 136,352 miles
  • 2008 – 128,051 miles
  • 2007 – 113,680 miles
  • 2006 – 104,064 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,537 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,537 miles (+110)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    187,537 miles
    Test number
    814544029634
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail187,427 miles (+8,473)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,427 miles
    Test number
    949384501540
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass178,954 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    178,954 miles
    Test number
    418836438449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail178,951 miles (+10,429)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,951 miles
    Test number
    513207781987
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer c.v. gaiter leaking grease
    • AdvisoryNearside side repeater held in with tape partially obscured
    • AdvisoryPlay in offside steering rack end
    • AdvisorySteering column lower u/j worn squeaking

  5. Pass168,522 miles (+87)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    168,522 miles
    Test number
    220383191104
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail168,435 miles (+5,266)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,435 miles
    Test number
    973186967530
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced lower arch corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced lower arch corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass163,169 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    163,169 miles
    Test number
    105085786583
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail163,169 miles (+5,161)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,169 miles
    Test number
    319361723047
    • MajorAll direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass158,008 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    158,008 miles
    Test number
    172779232477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail158,008 miles (+8,716)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,008 miles
    Test number
    429199816652
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass149,292 miles (+2,065)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    149,292 miles
    Test number
    563613913573
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Damp inside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Damp inside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Fail147,227 miles3 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,227 miles
    Test number
    127237352341
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteOff side orange marker in front bumper not working

  13. Pass147,227 miles (+10,875)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    147,227 miles
    Test number
    305127152314
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteOff side orange marker in front bumper not working

  14. Pass136,352 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    136,352 miles
    Test number
    657230301397
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth headlamp protective plastic covers are scratched an reduce the headlamps output

  15. Fail136,352 miles (+8,301)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,352 miles
    Test number
    368203691415
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth headlamp protective plastic covers are scratched an reduce the headlamps output

  16. Pass128,051 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    128,051 miles
    Test number
    102967478130
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail128,051 miles (+14,371)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,051 miles
    Test number
    273917278428
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass113,680 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    113,680 miles
    Test number
    541584447176
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail113,680 miles (+9,616)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,680 miles
    Test number
    894654947149
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass104,064 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    104,064 miles
    Test number
    241349536478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail104,057 miles3 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,057 miles
    Test number
    971749136175
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDrivers and passenger side inner steering arm ball joints have slight lift /play

Questions about T240 YEW

Does T240 YEW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T240 YEW expired on 22 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T240 YEW?
The MOT on T240 YEW expired on 22 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T240 YEW done?
T240 YEW was recorded at 187,537 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2024, an average of 4,699 miles a year.
Has T240 YEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T240 YEW has failed 10 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T240 YEW 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 T240 YEW find?
T240 YEW passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2024 with 2 advisories: offside rear parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; oil leak, but not excessive.

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