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Volvo S40

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,588 cc

T575 ARFMOT history

T575 ARF is a blue petrol Volvo S40 first used on 18 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 63,612 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 2 May 2025
Mileage
63,612 mi
At MOT on 3 May 2024
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,883 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T575 ARF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,588 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 May 2025
Latest MOT test
3 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T575 ARF was last recorded at 63,612 miles on 3 May 2024, 2,065 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,547 miles · 17 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
2,065 miles
Average per year
1,883 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 63,612 miles
  • 2023 – 61,547 miles
  • 2022 – 58,831 miles
  • 2021 – 54,031 miles
  • 2020 – 53,848 miles
  • 2019 – 52,749 miles
  • 2018 – 51,573 miles
  • 2017 – 50,017 miles
  • 2016 – 47,929 miles
  • 2015 – 45,710 miles
  • 2014 – 44,152 miles
  • 2013 – 42,880 miles
  • 2012 – 41,714 miles
  • 2011 – 39,363 miles
  • 2010 – 37,891 miles
  • 2009 – 36,293 miles
  • 2008 – 34,429 miles
  • 2007 – 31,952 miles
  • 2006 – 29,375 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,612 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Some corrosion to o/s/r lower wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,612 miles (+2,065)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    63,612 miles
    Test number
    759081710606
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass61,547 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    61,547 miles
    Test number
    210036397072
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt rear x2
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail61,547 miles (+2,716)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,547 miles
    Test number
    664787037949
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced too bright (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt rear x2
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass58,831 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    58,831 miles
    Test number
    456935771179
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail58,831 miles (+4,800)1 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,831 miles
    Test number
    807204725021
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass54,031 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    54,031 miles
    Test number
    147001447532
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to o/s/r lower wheel arch

  7. Fail54,031 miles (+183)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,031 miles
    Test number
    415498631623
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low kick up (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel hand brake leaver
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to o/s/r lower wheel arch

  8. Pass53,848 miles (+1,099)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    53,848 miles
    Test number
    615982164565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass52,749 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    52,749 miles
    Test number
    429817003543
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail52,749 miles (+1,176)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,749 miles
    Test number
    708004830550
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass51,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    51,573 miles
    Test number
    309832879845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail51,573 miles (+1,556)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,573 miles
    Test number
    318279677288
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  13. Pass50,017 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    50,017 miles
    Test number
    997350869615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail49,994 miles (+2,065)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,994 miles
    Test number
    887650860565
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  15. Pass47,929 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    47,929 miles
    Test number
    684728590300
    • AdvisoryFront brake imbalance

  16. Fail47,929 miles (+2,219)2 failures2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,929 miles
    Test number
    766659468777
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake imbalance

  17. Pass45,710 miles (+1,558)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    45,710 miles
    Test number
    867991645098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,152 miles (+1,272)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    44,152 miles
    Test number
    536170154017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,880 miles (+1,166)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    42,880 miles
    Test number
    139154943436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,714 miles (+2,351)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    41,714 miles
    Test number
    129889052037
    • NoteFront anti roll links worn

  21. Pass39,363 miles (+1,472)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    39,363 miles
    Test number
    638305251021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,891 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    37,891 miles
    Test number
    564136150085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail37,891 miles (+1,598)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,891 miles
    Test number
    324776250048
    • FailureFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteFront disc inner surfaces coirroded

  24. Pass36,293 miles (+1,864)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    36,293 miles
    Test number
    722735159072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass34,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    34,429 miles
    Test number
    170737058433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail34,429 miles (+2,477)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,429 miles
    Test number
    983637458083
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  27. Pass31,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    31,952 miles
    Test number
    180578157431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail31,952 miles (+2,577)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,952 miles
    Test number
    241908257075
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  29. Pass29,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    29,375 miles
    Test number
    543108056006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T575 ARF

Does T575 ARF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T575 ARF expired on 2 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T575 ARF?
The MOT on T575 ARF expired on 2 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T575 ARF done?
T575 ARF was recorded at 63,612 miles at its MOT on 3 May 2024, an average of 1,883 miles a year.
Has T575 ARF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T575 ARF has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T575 ARF 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 T575 ARF find?
T575 ARF passed its latest MOT on 3 May 2024 with 3 advisories: offside front service brake binding but not excessively; offside rear lower suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear.

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