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Volvo S40

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,588 cc

T743 OOBMOT history

T743 OOB is a red petrol Volvo S40 first used on 26 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 48,228 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
48,228 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,365 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T743 OOB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,588 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T743 OOB was last recorded at 48,228 miles on 3 Apr 2026, 244 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,984 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
244 miles
Average per year
1,365 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,228 miles
  • 2025 – 47,984 miles
  • 2024 – 47,077 miles
  • 2023 – 46,568 miles
  • 2021 – 45,649 miles
  • 2020 – 45,438 miles
  • 2019 – 45,264 miles
  • 2018 – 45,048 miles
  • 2017 – 40,043 miles
  • 2016 – 38,913 miles
  • 2015 – 37,376 miles
  • 2014 – 35,761 miles
  • 2013 – 33,868 miles
  • 2012 – 32,104 miles
  • 2011 – 30,206 miles
  • 2010 – 28,351 miles
  • 2009 – 26,727 miles
  • 2008 – 25,323 miles
  • 2007 – 23,858 miles
  • 2006 – 21,280 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,228 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,228 miles (+244)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    48,228 miles
    Test number
    240384350908
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass47,984 miles (+907)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    47,984 miles
    Test number
    514328694046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass47,077 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    47,077 miles
    Test number
    678909594142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail47,058 miles (+490)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,058 miles
    Test number
    558941497686
    • MajorFuel hose leaking tank pipe (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass46,568 miles (+919)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    46,568 miles
    Test number
    817587870087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass45,649 miles (+211)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    45,649 miles
    Test number
    373238556831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass45,438 miles (+174)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    45,438 miles
    Test number
    514720874222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass45,264 miles (+216)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    45,264 miles
    Test number
    868205909751
    • 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))

  9. Pass45,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    45,048 miles
    Test number
    819957204160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail45,048 miles (+5,005)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,048 miles
    Test number
    197070535157
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass40,043 miles (+1,130)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    40,043 miles
    Test number
    778469972113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  12. Pass38,913 miles (+1,537)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    38,913 miles
    Test number
    952509376077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  13. Pass37,376 miles (+1,615)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    37,376 miles
    Test number
    225652785484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,761 miles (+1,893)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    35,761 miles
    Test number
    346604584163
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass33,868 miles (+1,764)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    33,868 miles
    Test number
    966743773130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,104 miles (+52)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    32,104 miles
    Test number
    885064082142
    • NoteSmall cracks in n/s/ and o/s/rear tyres,outer side wall.

  17. Fail32,052 miles (+1,846)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,052 miles
    Test number
    656292572101
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass30,206 miles (+1,855)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    30,206 miles
    Test number
    785519771187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,351 miles (+1,624)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    28,351 miles
    Test number
    430814770194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass26,727 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    26,727 miles
    Test number
    303924179130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail26,727 miles (+1,404)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,727 miles
    Test number
    340004279108
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Pass25,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    25,323 miles
    Test number
    430267098111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail25,323 miles (+1,465)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,323 miles
    Test number
    904051998137
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Fail23,858 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,858 miles
    Test number
    681381597141
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  25. Pass23,858 miles (+2,578)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    23,858 miles
    Test number
    714081897108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass21,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    21,280 miles
    Test number
    211245186475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T743 OOB

Does T743 OOB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T743 OOB is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T743 OOB?
The MOT on T743 OOB is valid until 2 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T743 OOB done?
T743 OOB was recorded at 48,228 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2026, an average of 1,365 miles a year.
Has T743 OOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T743 OOB has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T743 OOB 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 T743 OOB find?
T743 OOB passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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