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Volvo V40

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,731 cc

T525 EFJMOT history

T525 EFJ is a red petrol Volvo V40 first used on 5 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 115,348 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Mar 2023
Mileage
115,348 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2022
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,035 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T525 EFJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,731 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T525 EFJ was last recorded at 115,348 miles on 9 Feb 2022, 2,542 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Feb 2013: 72,120 miles, lower than 72,121 miles on 12 Feb 2013.

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
112,806 miles · 10 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
2,542 miles
Average per year
4,035 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 115,348 miles
  • 2021 – 112,806 miles
  • 2020 – 111,299 miles
  • 2019 – 107,681 miles
  • 2018 – 103,058 miles
  • 2017 – 97,613 miles
  • 2016 – 91,207 miles
  • 2015 – 85,468 miles
  • 2014 – 77,869 miles
  • 2013 – 72,120 miles
  • 2012 – 66,287 miles
  • 2011 – 61,980 miles
  • 2010 – 59,265 miles
  • 2009 – 57,434 miles
  • 2008 – 55,566 miles
  • 2007 – 53,393 miles
  • 2006 – 50,965 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,348 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHazard warning switch faulty Doesn't always operate (4.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 25 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,348 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    115,348 miles
    Test number
    666272631902
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty Doesn't always operate (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail115,348 miles (+2,542)3 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,348 miles
    Test number
    789868474865
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Downpipe - |CAT (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty Doesn't always operate (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass112,806 miles (+1,507)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    112,806 miles
    Test number
    225284626746
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass111,299 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    111,299 miles
    Test number
    385153915424
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail111,296 miles (+3,615)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,296 miles
    Test number
    921072954614
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass107,681 miles (+4,623)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    107,681 miles
    Test number
    555937247137
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass103,058 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    103,058 miles
    Test number
    934472755275
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre bald on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat folded down at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre bald on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  8. Fail103,058 miles (+5,445)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,058 miles
    Test number
    191919320904
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre bald on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat folded down at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre bald on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Pass97,613 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    97,613 miles
    Test number
    606519820315
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)

  10. Fail97,613 miles (+6,406)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,613 miles
    Test number
    309801560185
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass91,207 miles (+5,739)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    91,207 miles
    Test number
    493668119834
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belts
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass85,468 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    85,468 miles
    Test number
    535458255088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail85,400 miles (+7,531)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,400 miles
    Test number
    559490855071
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass77,869 miles (+1)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    77,869 miles
    Test number
    115630054403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges

  15. Fail77,868 miles (+5,748)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,868 miles
    Test number
    395598144080
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges

  16. Pass72,120 miles (-1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    72,120 miles
    Test number
    948645443092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail72,121 miles (+5,834)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,121 miles
    Test number
    358203843028
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass66,287 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    66,287 miles
    Test number
    159621442031
    • 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)
    • NoteCATALITIC FITTINGS CORRODED

  19. Fail66,287 miles (+4,307)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,287 miles
    Test number
    178639732022
    • DangerousBrake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • 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)
    • NoteCATALITIC FITTINGS CORRODED

  20. Pass61,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    61,980 miles
    Test number
    329976641072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail61,980 miles (+2,715)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,980 miles
    Test number
    115636541013
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRecommend alighnment checked ref tyre wear

  22. Pass59,265 miles (+1,831)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    59,265 miles
    Test number
    120321150045
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass57,434 miles (+1,868)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    57,434 miles
    Test number
    463145849084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass55,566 miles (+2,173)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    55,566 miles
    Test number
    132314758037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass53,393 miles (+2,428)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    53,393 miles
    Test number
    700508147037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass50,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    50,965 miles
    Test number
    644846056087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T525 EFJ

Does T525 EFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T525 EFJ expired on 1 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T525 EFJ?
The MOT on T525 EFJ expired on 1 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T525 EFJ done?
T525 EFJ was recorded at 115,348 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2022, an average of 4,035 miles a year.
Has T525 EFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T525 EFJ has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T525 EFJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Feb 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T525 EFJ find?
T525 EFJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2022 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: hazard warning switch faulty doesn't always operate; nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 3 more.

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