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Volvo V40

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,588 cc

T402 MEWMOT history

T402 MEW is a blue petrol Volvo V40 first used on 25 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 126,249 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
126,249 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,780 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T402 MEW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,588 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T402 MEW was last recorded at 126,249 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 1,319 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,930 miles · 11 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,319 miles
Average per year
4,780 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,249 miles
  • 2025 – 124,930 miles
  • 2024 – 124,098 miles
  • 2023 – 122,999 miles
  • 2022 – 120,998 miles
  • 2021 – 119,759 miles
  • 2020 – 117,346 miles
  • 2019 – 115,964 miles
  • 2018 – 114,591 miles
  • 2017 – 113,194 miles
  • 2016 – 108,939 miles
  • 2015 – 102,608 miles
  • 2014 – 92,638 miles
  • 2013 – 82,552 miles
  • 2012 – 73,679 miles
  • 2011 – 64,430 miles
  • 2010 – 59,316 miles
  • 2009 – 52,248 miles
  • 2008 – 46,408 miles
  • 2007 – 37,555 miles
  • 2006 – 30,616 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,249 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

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.

  • Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,249 miles (+1,319)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    126,249 miles
    Test number
    102694122632
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  2. Pass124,930 miles (+832)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    124,930 miles
    Test number
    430904364470
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle corroded

  3. Pass124,098 miles (+1,099)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    124,098 miles
    Test number
    658469630924
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle corroded

  4. Pass122,999 miles (+22)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    122,999 miles
    Test number
    158877494913
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail122,977 miles (+1,979)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,977 miles
    Test number
    148428490684
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak rear join for back box (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass120,998 miles (+1,239)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    120,998 miles
    Test number
    571984175898
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer sills (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rails (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded

  7. Pass119,759 miles (+2,413)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    119,759 miles
    Test number
    327571643714
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear section corroded
    • AdvisoryOS wing mirror damaged but still operational
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle corroded underneath
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both outer sills been repaired before (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rails (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass117,346 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    117,346 miles
    Test number
    719846706774
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear section corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake travel high
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle corroded underneath
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail117,346 miles (+1,382)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,346 miles
    Test number
    132639024523
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear section corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake travel high
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle corroded underneath
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass115,964 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    115,964 miles
    Test number
    204218261288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChassis rail corroded.

  11. Fail115,964 miles (+1,373)2 dangerous8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,964 miles
    Test number
    425755945426
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected outer sill corroded. (hole on sill) (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195.55.15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators incorrect colour all indicator bulbs discolor. (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working hazard inoperative ignition key off (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases cat & front pipe joint has leak (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps inoperative (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill corroded. (hole on sill) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps inoperative (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChassis rail corroded.

  12. Pass114,591 miles (+1,397)18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    114,591 miles
    Test number
    895168082221
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass113,194 miles (+4,255)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    113,194 miles
    Test number
    629652931634
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass108,939 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    108,939 miles
    Test number
    199850785077
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and deteriorated (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail108,938 miles (+6,330)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,938 miles
    Test number
    965425779503
    • DangerousFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated n/s and o/s (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and deteriorated (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass102,608 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    102,608 miles
    Test number
    896598165067
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteService light on

  17. Fail102,608 miles (+9,970)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,608 miles
    Test number
    798944865031
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteService light on

  18. Pass92,638 miles (+10,086)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    92,638 miles
    Test number
    925491154006
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  19. Fail82,552 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,552 miles
    Test number
    396163343095
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass82,552 miles (+8,873)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    82,552 miles
    Test number
    928133843094
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass73,679 miles (+9,249)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    73,679 miles
    Test number
    258114152018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass64,430 miles (+5,114)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    64,430 miles
    Test number
    208699241081
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  23. Pass59,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    59,316 miles
    Test number
    400531860049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail59,316 miles (+7,068)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,316 miles
    Test number
    112526250079
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass52,248 miles (+5,840)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    52,248 miles
    Test number
    142104049058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass46,408 miles (+8,853)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    46,408 miles
    Test number
    222276148013
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass37,555 miles (+6,939)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    37,555 miles
    Test number
    903568237049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass30,616 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    30,616 miles
    Test number
    461655446018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T402 MEW

Does T402 MEW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T402 MEW is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T402 MEW?
The MOT on T402 MEW is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T402 MEW done?
T402 MEW was recorded at 126,249 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 4,780 miles a year.
Has T402 MEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T402 MEW has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T402 MEW 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 T402 MEW find?
T402 MEW passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 4 more.

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