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Volvo V40

Maroon · Petrol · 1999 · 1,948 cc

T578 LGPMOT history

T578 LGP is a maroon petrol Volvo V40 first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 May 2024 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 170,134 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 23 May 2024
Mileage
170,134 mi
At MOT on 24 May 2023
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,447 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T578 LGP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Maroon
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,948 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 May 2024
Latest MOT test
24 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T578 LGP was last recorded at 170,134 miles on 24 May 2023, 3,810 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 May 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,324 miles · 17 May 2019
Between the last two tests
3,810 miles
Average per year
6,447 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 170,134 miles
  • 2019 – 166,324 miles
  • 2018 – 161,654 miles
  • 2017 – 157,347 miles
  • 2016 – 153,412 miles
  • 2015 – 149,297 miles
  • 2014 – 145,492 miles
  • 2013 – 140,912 miles
  • 2012 – 135,933 miles
  • 2011 – 127,428 miles
  • 2010 – 117,318 miles
  • 2009 – 102,982 miles
  • 2008 – 90,104 miles
  • 2007 – 75,919 miles
  • 2006 – 59,790 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,134 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Hazard warning switch faulty Not staying by itself

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' Bush Has Movement in it

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2016

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,134 miles (+3,810)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    170,134 miles
    Test number
    954784646935
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass166,324 miles (+29)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    166,324 miles
    Test number
    474699112971
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty Not staying by itself (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' Bush Has Movement in it (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail166,295 miles (+4,641)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,295 miles
    Test number
    660643345928
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective Loose and not adjusting (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective Loose and not adjusting (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty Not staying by itself (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' Bush Has Movement in it (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass161,654 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    161,654 miles
    Test number
    961168740068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front cv gaiter small spilt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounts broken
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  5. Fail161,654 miles (+4,307)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,654 miles
    Test number
    359402874770
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front cv gaiter small spilt
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounts broken
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  6. Pass157,347 miles (+3,935)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2018
    Odometer
    157,347 miles
    Test number
    236145006472
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are starting to wear on edges of tread

  7. Pass153,412 miles (+4,115)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    153,412 miles
    Test number
    872507476314
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have worn on the outer edge

  8. Pass149,297 miles (+271)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    149,297 miles
    Test number
    779341245185
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Fail149,026 miles (+3,534)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,026 miles
    Test number
    466711725160
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass145,492 miles2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    145,492 miles
    Test number
    569464614140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low on edges
    • NoteEngine underside oily
    • NoteExhaust corroding/very rusty
    • NoteFront discs lipped (pads ok)
    • NoteNail in near side rear tyre
    • NoteSlight blemmish to rear no plate

  11. Fail145,492 miles (+4,580)1 failure2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,492 miles
    Test number
    757264114195
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low on edges
    • NoteEngine underside oily
    • NoteExhaust corroding/very rusty
    • NoteFront discs lipped (pads ok)
    • NoteNail in near side rear tyre
    • NoteSlight blemmish to rear no plate

  12. Pass140,912 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    140,912 miles
    Test number
    919245813105
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on tread edges but still legal

  13. Fail140,912 miles (+4,979)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,912 miles
    Test number
    848585113197
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on tread edges but still legal

  14. Pass135,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    135,933 miles
    Test number
    256486912179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail135,933 miles (+8,505)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,933 miles
    Test number
    656086112173
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  16. Pass127,428 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    127,428 miles
    Test number
    695477211105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail127,417 miles (+10,099)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,417 miles
    Test number
    626496011193
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  18. Pass117,318 miles (+14,336)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    117,318 miles
    Test number
    124934910180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass102,982 miles (+12,878)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    102,982 miles
    Test number
    654574699041
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass90,104 miles (+14,185)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    90,104 miles
    Test number
    563703908180
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass75,919 miles (+16,129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    75,919 miles
    Test number
    951124707167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass59,790 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    59,790 miles
    Test number
    190742106165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T578 LGP

Does T578 LGP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T578 LGP expired on 23 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T578 LGP?
The MOT on T578 LGP expired on 23 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T578 LGP done?
T578 LGP was recorded at 170,134 miles at its MOT on 24 May 2023, an average of 6,447 miles a year.
Has T578 LGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T578 LGP has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2019.
Has the mileage on T578 LGP 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 T578 LGP find?
T578 LGP passed its latest MOT on 24 May 2023 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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