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Volvo V40

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,731 cc

T688 JEXMOT history

T688 JEX is a red petrol Volvo V40 first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 130,403 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Nov 2024
Mileage
130,403 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2023
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,557 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T688 JEX
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
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T688 JEX was last recorded at 130,403 miles on 15 Nov 2023, 2,050 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,353 miles · 16 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
2,050 miles
Average per year
4,557 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 130,403 miles
  • 2022 – 128,353 miles
  • 2021 – 121,095 miles
  • 2020 – 112,923 miles
  • 2019 – 107,283 miles
  • 2018 – 104,232 miles
  • 2017 – 99,907 miles
  • 2016 – 95,931 miles
  • 2015 – 91,444 miles
  • 2014 – 85,606 miles
  • 2013 – 79,634 miles
  • 2012 – 76,391 miles
  • 2011 – 71,021 miles
  • 2010 – 66,843 miles
  • 2009 – 64,052 miles
  • 2008 – 60,908 miles
  • 2007 – 56,474 miles
  • 2006 – 50,119 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,403 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear tyre tread stepped

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,403 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    130,403 miles
    Test number
    522206123045
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail130,403 miles (+2,050)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,403 miles
    Test number
    585705528768
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass128,353 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    128,353 miles
    Test number
    641427605845
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail128,353 miles (+87)3 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,353 miles
    Test number
    509756413840
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Fail128,266 miles (+7,171)1 dangerous9 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,266 miles
    Test number
    817224391414
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested due to ball joint (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint split (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat lamp not moving (4.1.5 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner sill corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread stepped
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass121,095 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    121,095 miles
    Test number
    737518376197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread stepped
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Fail121,095 miles (+8,172)2 dangerous6 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,095 miles
    Test number
    198225134247
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.2mm 195/55/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.5mm 195/55/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch/ behind bumper (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached drop link snapped (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread stepped
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass112,923 miles (+89)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    112,923 miles
    Test number
    446761302690
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe at filter badly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel rim bent on inner face
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake pipe union at joint to hose corroded to limit
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner wheel arch corroded near to limit
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp aim correct on number 1 adjuster setting
    • AdvisoryRear number plate in poor condition
  9. Fail112,834 miles (+5,551)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,834 miles
    Test number
    425070837064
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken at bottom coil (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorPosition lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (4.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe at filter badly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel rim bent on inner face
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake pipe union at joint to hose corroded to limit
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner wheel arch corroded near to limit
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp aim correct on number 1 adjuster setting
    • AdvisoryRear number plate in poor condition
  10. Pass107,283 miles (+3,051)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    107,283 miles
    Test number
    539058617015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front road wheel inner bead rim slightly bent
    • AdvisoryRear number plate is deteriorating quite badly
  11. Pass104,232 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    104,232 miles
    Test number
    842385896252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel has a bent inner bead rim
  12. Fail104,232 miles (+4,325)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,232 miles
    Test number
    602271914680
    • MajorBoot lid component insecure striker plate is insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength corrosion to the outer sill rear section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength corrosion to the outer sill rear section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on the inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel has a bent inner bead rim
  13. Pass99,907 miles (+3,976)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    99,907 miles
    Test number
    842828886534
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel inner bead rim damaged near to the limits
    • AdvisoryRear number plate has deteriorated to the limits
  14. Pass95,931 miles (+16)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    95,931 miles
    Test number
    397669386889
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn low on tread on the inner tread band areas
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel inner bead rim damaged near to the limits
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear orange marker lights are not working
    • AdvisoryRear number plate starting to deteriorate
  15. Fail95,915 miles (+4,471)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,915 miles
    Test number
    781509043719
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour Front and rear lights showing white. Bulbs deteriorated (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in the inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn low on tread.
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn low on tread on the inner tread band areas
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel inner bead rim damaged near to the limits
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear orange marker lights are not working
    • AdvisoryRear number plate starting to deteriorate
  16. Pass91,444 miles (+36)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    91,444 miles
    Test number
    859037585136
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust joint to rear section very corroded
    • NoteFront and rear indicators all faded to white
    • NoteNearside front wheel inner rim damaged
  17. Fail91,408 miles (+5,802)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,408 miles
    Test number
    269883285188
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteExhaust joint to rear section very corroded.
    • NoteFront and rear indicators all fading to white.
    • NoteFront number plate deteriorating.
    • NoteNearside front wheel inner rim damaged.
  18. Pass85,606 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    85,606 miles
    Test number
    285819684124
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteCenter and rear exhaust sections heavily corroded
    • NoteFront discs heavily worn, down to wear indicators
    • NoteHeadlight adjusters in poor condition
    • NoteOuter sills covered by trims
  19. Fail85,606 miles (+5,972)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,606 miles
    Test number
    406179684108
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteCenter and rear exhaust sections heavily corroded
    • NoteFront discs heavily worn, down to wear indicators
    • NoteHeadlight adjusters in poor condition
    • NoteOuter sills covered by trims
  20. Pass79,634 miles (+3,243)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    79,634 miles
    Test number
    745085803169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  21. Pass76,391 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    76,391 miles
    Test number
    639068182070
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  22. Fail76,357 miles (+5,336)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,357 miles
    Test number
    596867682049
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  23. Pass71,021 miles (+4,178)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    71,021 miles
    Test number
    875772881092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass66,843 miles (+2,791)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    66,843 miles
    Test number
    690318080092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass64,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    64,052 miles
    Test number
    973256499080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail64,052 miles (+3,144)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,052 miles
    Test number
    234676499039
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  27. Pass60,908 miles (+4,434)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    60,908 miles
    Test number
    581306088041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass56,474 miles (+6,355)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    56,474 miles
    Test number
    873559587063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass50,119 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    50,119 miles
    Test number
    403213096046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T688 JEX

Does T688 JEX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T688 JEX expired on 15 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T688 JEX?
The MOT on T688 JEX expired on 15 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T688 JEX done?
T688 JEX was recorded at 130,403 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2023, an average of 4,557 miles a year.
Has T688 JEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T688 JEX has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T688 JEX 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 T688 JEX find?
T688 JEX passed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2023 with 5 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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