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Volvo S40

White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,870 cc

T473 OEFMOT history

T473 OEF is a white diesel Volvo S40 first used on 18 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 178,022 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Nov 2025
Mileage
178,022 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2024
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,379 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T473 OEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,870 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T473 OEF was last recorded at 178,022 miles on 6 Nov 2024, 1,181 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 Oct 2013: 159,329 miles, lower than 159,618 miles on 8 Nov 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
176,841 miles · 27 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
1,181 miles
Average per year
2,379 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 178,022 miles
  • 2023 – 176,841 miles
  • 2022 – 175,560 miles
  • 2021 – 174,748 miles
  • 2020 – 173,699 miles
  • 2019 – 172,170 miles
  • 2018 – 170,227 miles
  • 2017 – 167,660 miles
  • 2016 – 165,243 miles
  • 2015 – 163,895 miles
  • 2014 – 161,947 miles
  • 2013 – 159,329 miles
  • 2012 – 159,618 miles
  • 2011 – 152,950 miles
  • 2010 – 148,242 miles
  • 2009 – 145,656 miles
  • 2008 – 143,741 miles
  • 2007 – 139,529 miles
  • 2006 – 135,255 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,022 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Trailing arm bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Trailing arm bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryVehicle under body heavily covered in underseal.

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Steering component mounting prescribed area covered in excessive amount of underseal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 16 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,022 miles (+1,181)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    178,022 miles
    Test number
    889543091690
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Trailing arm bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Trailing arm bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryVehicle under body heavily covered in underseal.

  2. Pass176,841 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    176,841 miles
    Test number
    121259800701
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering component mounting prescribed area covered in excessive amount of underseal (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail176,840 miles (+1,280)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,840 miles
    Test number
    569774016041
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering component mounting prescribed area covered in excessive amount of underseal (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass175,560 miles (+812)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    175,560 miles
    Test number
    262925165154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system covered in underseal and paint

  5. Pass174,748 miles (+1,049)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    174,748 miles
    Test number
    130152242497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust covered in under seal and paint.

  6. Pass173,699 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    173,699 miles
    Test number
    761746409116
    • AdvisoryThick coat of plastic over all parts under car including exhaust

  7. Fail173,699 miles (+1,529)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,699 miles
    Test number
    550564586857
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryThick coat of plastic over all parts under car including exhaust

  8. Pass172,170 miles (+1,943)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    172,170 miles
    Test number
    558742982538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass170,227 miles (+2,567)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    170,227 miles
    Test number
    563074583612
    • AdvisoryAll brake components are covered in under seal, unable to fully inspect.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake Requirements only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair.
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass167,660 miles (+2,417)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    167,660 miles
    Test number
    133242523801
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear seatbelts not checked - unable to access.
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some under side components.
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle been undersealed.

  11. Pass165,243 miles (+1,348)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    165,243 miles
    Test number
    521074523319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass163,895 miles (+1,948)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    163,895 miles
    Test number
    253570745477
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryUnable to check under side of vehicle due to covered in paint & oil

  13. Pass161,947 miles (+2,618)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    161,947 miles
    Test number
    407346994299
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteStandard fitment seat belt missing
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass159,329 miles (-289)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    159,329 miles
    Test number
    147264003351
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear seatbelts not checked - unable to access

  15. Pass159,618 miles (+6,668)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    159,618 miles
    Test number
    388043812355
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle been undersealed

  16. Pass152,950 miles (+4,708)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    152,950 miles
    Test number
    625305301386
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle been undersealed

  17. Pass148,242 miles (+151)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    148,242 miles
    Test number
    443289710400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail148,091 miles (+2,435)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,091 miles
    Test number
    374632810312
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteSmall cuts in n/s/f tyre sidewall

  19. Pass145,656 miles (+66)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    145,656 miles
    Test number
    912726019357
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  20. Fail145,590 miles (+1,849)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,590 miles
    Test number
    651385919359
    • FailureSteering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  21. Pass143,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    143,741 miles
    Test number
    604208318385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail143,741 miles (+4,212)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,741 miles
    Test number
    634108518394
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass139,529 miles (+4,274)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    139,529 miles
    Test number
    884189117360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass135,255 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    135,255 miles
    Test number
    660550426343
    • NoteSlight damage to o/s/f seat belt

Questions about T473 OEF

Does T473 OEF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T473 OEF expired on 26 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T473 OEF?
The MOT on T473 OEF expired on 26 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T473 OEF done?
T473 OEF was recorded at 178,022 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2024, an average of 2,379 miles a year.
Has T473 OEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T473 OEF has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T473 OEF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Oct 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T473 OEF find?
T473 OEF passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2024 with 5 advisories: nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; nearside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush; offside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush, and 2 more.

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