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Volvo S40

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,731 cc

T401 SSGMOT history

T401 SSG is a silver petrol Volvo S40 first used on 28 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 May 2024 and it has passed 18 of 33 MOT tests, with 81,924 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 11 May 2024
Mileage
81,924 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2023
MOT tests
33
18 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,111 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T401 SSG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,731 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 May 2024
Latest MOT test
12 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T401 SSG was last recorded at 81,924 miles on 12 May 2023, 828 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,096 miles · 25 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
828 miles
Average per year
3,111 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 81,924 miles
  • 2022 – 81,096 miles
  • 2021 – 80,167 miles
  • 2020 – 79,196 miles
  • 2019 – 76,108 miles
  • 2018 – 73,554 miles
  • 2017 – 71,126 miles
  • 2016 – 68,013 miles
  • 2015 – 65,114 miles
  • 2014 – 62,468 miles
  • 2013 – 59,645 miles
  • 2012 – 56,770 miles
  • 2011 – 52,772 miles
  • 2010 – 49,190 miles
  • 2009 – 41,893 miles
  • 2008 – 37,025 miles
  • 2007 – 31,184 miles
  • 2006 – 28,727 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,924 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

33 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    81,924 miles
    Test number
    127971501092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail81,924 miles (+828)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,924 miles
    Test number
    820651389189
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Pass81,096 miles (+929)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    81,096 miles
    Test number
    134921089308
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass80,167 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    80,167 miles
    Test number
    433185866149
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail80,165 miles (+969)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,165 miles
    Test number
    137602131435
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass79,196 miles (+3,088)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2021
    Odometer
    79,196 miles
    Test number
    731757643962
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  7. Pass76,108 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    76,108 miles
    Test number
    477204614515
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail76,108 miles (+2,554)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,108 miles
    Test number
    251302621446
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases downpipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass73,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    73,554 miles
    Test number
    695564068331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail73,554 miles (+2,428)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,554 miles
    Test number
    155056062701
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  11. Pass71,126 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2018
    Odometer
    71,126 miles
    Test number
    963895551243
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  12. Fail71,124 miles (+3,111)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,124 miles
    Test number
    876740005841
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 1 (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  13. Pass68,013 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    68,013 miles
    Test number
    342182071473
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  14. Fail68,013 miles (+2,899)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,013 miles
    Test number
    617635604273
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass65,114 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    65,114 miles
    Test number
    738027425150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail65,109 miles (+2,641)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,109 miles
    Test number
    826319015135
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass62,468 miles (+56)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    62,468 miles
    Test number
    257212714412
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  18. Fail62,412 miles (+2,767)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,412 miles
    Test number
    266847104415
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  19. Pass59,645 miles (+61)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    59,645 miles
    Test number
    837340123153
    • NoteExhaust system deteriorated

  20. Fail59,584 miles (+2,814)10 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,584 miles
    Test number
    818143313129
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteExhaust system deteriorated

  21. Pass56,770 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    56,770 miles
    Test number
    655051722160
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteExhust peeling and rattle fron cat area
    • NoteNsf tyre has cuts on it

  22. Fail56,770 miles (+3,998)8 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,770 miles
    Test number
    955185412183
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteExhust peeling and rattle fron cat area
    • NoteNsf tyre has cuts on it

  23. Pass52,772 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    52,772 miles
    Test number
    466627491058
    • NoteSmell of fuel under bonnet at o/s

  24. Fail52,772 miles (+3,582)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,772 miles
    Test number
    876717991058
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteSmell of fuel under bonnet at o/s

  25. Pass49,190 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    49,190 miles
    Test number
    910043810123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail49,184 miles (+7,291)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,184 miles
    Test number
    163702310197
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside inner tail light not working

  27. Pass41,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    41,893 miles
    Test number
    490199719193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail41,893 miles (+4,868)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,893 miles
    Test number
    322679419137
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • NoteNearside outer tail light not working

  29. Pass37,025 miles (+5,841)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    37,025 miles
    Test number
    754406318114
    • NoteN/S inner tail lamp inop

  30. Fail31,184 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,184 miles
    Test number
    243106707419
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  31. Pass31,184 miles (+2,457)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    31,184 miles
    Test number
    383046507147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  32. Fail28,727 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,727 miles
    Test number
    443995596006
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  33. Pass28,727 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    28,727 miles
    Test number
    932625296059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T401 SSG

Does T401 SSG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T401 SSG expired on 11 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T401 SSG?
The MOT on T401 SSG expired on 11 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T401 SSG done?
T401 SSG was recorded at 81,924 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2023, an average of 3,111 miles a year.
Has T401 SSG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T401 SSG has failed 15 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2023.
Has the mileage on T401 SSG 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 T401 SSG find?
T401 SSG passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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