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Volvo V40

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,588 cc

T749 GHPMOT history

T749 GHP is a black petrol Volvo V40 first used on 23 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Nov 2025 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 101,471 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Nov 2025
Mileage
101,471 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2024
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,756 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T749 GHP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,588 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T749 GHP was last recorded at 101,471 miles on 27 Nov 2024, 6,104 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,367 miles · 24 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
6,104 miles
Average per year
3,756 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 101,471 miles
  • 2023 – 95,367 miles
  • 2022 – 88,824 miles
  • 2021 – 81,809 miles
  • 2020 – 76,572 miles
  • 2019 – 71,285 miles
  • 2018 – 67,628 miles
  • 2017 – 62,281 miles
  • 2016 – 55,524 miles
  • 2015 – 53,305 miles
  • 2014 – 50,932 miles
  • 2013 – 49,739 miles
  • 2012 – 48,369 miles
  • 2011 – 45,871 miles
  • 2010 – 44,326 miles
  • 2009 – 41,328 miles
  • 2008 – 38,667 miles
  • 2007 – 35,060 miles
  • 2006 – 31,733 miles
  • 2005 – 28,100 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,471 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear seat removed

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 Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,471 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    101,471 miles
    Test number
    914369115104
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear seat removed

  2. Fail101,466 miles (+6,099)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,466 miles
    Test number
    292469802259
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower sill trim insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear seat removed

  3. Pass95,367 miles (+15)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    95,367 miles
    Test number
    534699346164
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail95,352 miles (+6,528)2 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,352 miles
    Test number
    333450846156
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively caliper (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass88,824 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    88,824 miles
    Test number
    460794944193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail88,824 miles (+7,015)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,824 miles
    Test number
    762664518414
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass81,809 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    81,809 miles
    Test number
    287929142493
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail81,809 miles (+5,237)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,809 miles
    Test number
    830576129919
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning nearside (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass76,572 miles (+20)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    76,572 miles
    Test number
    397765114225
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail76,552 miles (+5,267)1 dangerous2 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,552 miles
    Test number
    306886176328
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass71,285 miles (+3,657)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    71,285 miles
    Test number
    596929632139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass67,628 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    67,628 miles
    Test number
    497611428266
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides, (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt drivers, (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and sill covers fitted preventing full inspection.

  13. Fail67,628 miles (+5,347)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,628 miles
    Test number
    556315851991
    • FailureFront Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both sides, on inner faces, (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high adjuster broken leaving reflector insecure!, (1.8)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides, (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt drivers, (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and sill covers fitted preventing full inspection.

  14. Pass62,281 miles (+6,757)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    62,281 miles
    Test number
    389192613361
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears at rear, (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides, (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides, (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened drivers, (5.2.2a)

  15. Pass55,524 miles (+2,219)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    55,524 miles
    Test number
    689293115215
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass53,305 miles (+2,373)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    53,305 miles
    Test number
    905589295002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,932 miles (+1,193)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    50,932 miles
    Test number
    267077404106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,739 miles (+1,370)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    49,739 miles
    Test number
    629305313110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,369 miles (+2,498)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    48,369 miles
    Test number
    536135512111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,871 miles (+1,545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    45,871 miles
    Test number
    617117791006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass44,326 miles (+2,998)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    44,326 miles
    Test number
    434026900116
    • NoteRear no.plate poor condition

  22. Pass41,328 miles (+2,661)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    41,328 miles
    Test number
    773809819129
    • NoteO/s/front washer jet poor
    • NoteSlight brake judder

  23. Pass38,667 miles (+3,607)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    38,667 miles
    Test number
    492623838124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,060 miles (+3,327)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    35,060 miles
    Test number
    402466237125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,733 miles (+3,633)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    31,733 miles
    Test number
    634497136177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    28,100 miles
    Test number
    203107135170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T749 GHP

Does T749 GHP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T749 GHP expired on 26 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T749 GHP?
The MOT on T749 GHP expired on 26 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T749 GHP done?
T749 GHP was recorded at 101,471 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2024, an average of 3,756 miles a year.
Has T749 GHP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T749 GHP has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T749 GHP 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 T749 GHP find?
T749 GHP passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2024 with 1 advisory: offside rear seat removed.

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