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Volvo V40

Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 1,731 cc

T291 JPVMOT history

T291 JPV is a purple petrol Volvo V40 first used on 29 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Nov 2023 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 193,786 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Nov 2023
Mileage
193,786 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2022
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,025 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T291 JPV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,731 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T291 JPV was last recorded at 193,786 miles on 28 Oct 2022, 42 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,744 miles · 18 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
42 miles
Average per year
6,025 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 193,786 miles
  • 2021 – 190,829 miles
  • 2020 – 189,233 miles
  • 2018 – 188,830 miles
  • 2016 – 184,633 miles
  • 2013 – 180,888 miles
  • 2012 – 172,650 miles
  • 2011 – 163,158 miles
  • 2010 – 155,452 miles
  • 2009 – 146,256 miles
  • 2008 – 132,761 miles
  • 2007 – 115,062 miles
  • 2006 – 94,298 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,786 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 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 Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

  • Park brake efficiency only just met o/s/r

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,786 miles (+42)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    193,786 miles
    Test number
    894336799471
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  2. Fail193,744 miles (+2,915)3 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,744 miles
    Test number
    312870442559
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  3. Pass190,829 miles (+1,596)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    190,829 miles
    Test number
    611164070547
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Fail189,233 miles (+217)1 dangerous17 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,233 miles
    Test number
    410348470953
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced dipped beam (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension arm front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail189,016 miles (+186)3 dangerous5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,016 miles
    Test number
    883998935400
    • DangerousNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability Mounting/bearing defective (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from transmission posing a serious risk to road safety Intercooler? (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to offside rear brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Major oil leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill corrosion
  6. Fail188,830 miles (+4,197)15 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,830 miles
    Test number
    390635189309
    • FailureFuel system component leaking fuel filter area (7.2.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureHeadlamp switch insecure (1.7.1)
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working dip light in op (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working main beam (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working dip light in op (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working main beam (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Headlamp incorrect colour lense showing white light (1.7.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailurePosition lamp switch insecure doesn't work dip beam (1.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre just legal
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear trailing arm bush in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished on side wall
    • AdvisoryBrake hoses in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryFront number plate in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront pads low
    • AdvisoryHazard switch sticky
    • AdvisoryLong hand brake
    • AdvisoryRear anti roll bar link bushes in poor condition
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with sill covers preventing full inspection
  7. Pass184,633 miles (+152)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    184,633 miles
    Test number
    458975035325
    • AdvisoryPark brake efficiency only just met o/s/r
  8. Fail184,481 miles (+3,593)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,481 miles
    Test number
    310007628467
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryPark brake efficiency only just met o/s/r
  9. Pass180,888 miles (+8,238)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    180,888 miles
    Test number
    986200413014
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOffside rear secondry light not working
  10. Pass172,650 miles (+9,492)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    172,650 miles
    Test number
    427299102097
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  11. Pass163,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    163,158 miles
    Test number
    977828411016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail163,156 miles (+7,704)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,156 miles
    Test number
    497538211073
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine/gearbox mounting(s) defective
  13. Pass155,452 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    155,452 miles
    Test number
    472946220044
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
  14. Fail155,452 miles (+9,196)2 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,452 miles
    Test number
    832986720018
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
  15. Pass146,256 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    146,256 miles
    Test number
    891487339073
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteOffside front head lamp lens slightly damaged
  16. Fail146,249 miles (+13,488)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,249 miles
    Test number
    213917539048
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteOffside front head lamp lens slightly damaged
  17. Pass132,761 miles (+17,699)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    132,761 miles
    Test number
    430497168044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass115,062 miles (+20,764)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    115,062 miles
    Test number
    472549577026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass94,298 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    94,298 miles
    Test number
    643664416121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T291 JPV

Does T291 JPV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T291 JPV expired on 16 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T291 JPV?
The MOT on T291 JPV expired on 16 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T291 JPV done?
T291 JPV was recorded at 193,786 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2022, an average of 6,025 miles a year.
Has T291 JPV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T291 JPV has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T291 JPV 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 T291 JPV find?
T291 JPV passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2022 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 7 more.

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