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Volvo S40

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,855 cc

T769 SCDMOT history

T769 SCD is a blue petrol Volvo S40 first used on 21 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 129,681 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Mar 2023
Mileage
129,681 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,377 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T769 SCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,855 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T769 SCD was last recorded at 129,681 miles on 4 Mar 2022, 4,579 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,102 miles · 5 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
4,579 miles
Average per year
4,377 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 129,681 miles
  • 2021 – 125,102 miles
  • 2020 – 122,221 miles
  • 2019 – 118,700 miles
  • 2018 – 114,010 miles
  • 2017 – 108,468 miles
  • 2016 – 102,532 miles
  • 2015 – 97,741 miles
  • 2014 – 92,854 miles
  • 2013 – 87,957 miles
  • 2012 – 83,630 miles
  • 2011 – 79,288 miles
  • 2010 – 75,142 miles
  • 2009 – 71,156 miles
  • 2008 – 67,207 miles
  • 2007 – 63,093 miles
  • 2006 – 59,268 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,681 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,681 miles (+4,579)3 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    129,681 miles
    Test number
    582275370078
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass125,102 miles (+33)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    125,102 miles
    Test number
    157428912304
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail125,069 miles (+2,848)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,069 miles
    Test number
    726988589215
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass122,221 miles (+3,521)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    122,221 miles
    Test number
    745317932636
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases leaking from triangle joint from centre section to backbox. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small hole just in front of middle silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass118,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    118,700 miles
    Test number
    390006522205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail118,700 miles (+4,690)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,700 miles
    Test number
    779655519413
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

  7. Pass114,010 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    114,010 miles
    Test number
    177484874598
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Fail113,999 miles (+5,531)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,999 miles
    Test number
    473924682793
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass108,468 miles (+5,936)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    108,468 miles
    Test number
    156869272332
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Pass102,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    102,532 miles
    Test number
    463330648348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail102,521 miles (+4,780)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,521 miles
    Test number
    740350115213
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass97,741 miles (+4,887)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    97,741 miles
    Test number
    389819165031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass92,854 miles (+4,897)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    92,854 miles
    Test number
    948368074089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass87,957 miles (+4,327)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    87,957 miles
    Test number
    329556783011
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEvidence of fouling tyre in nearside front wheel arch, no foulng occured during mot procedures

  15. Pass83,630 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    83,630 miles
    Test number
    566710582099
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteHazard warning switch worn
    • NoteOffside headlamp beam pattern deteriorating reflector tarnished

  16. Fail83,630 miles (+4,342)2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,630 miles
    Test number
    915800782060
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteHazard warning switch worn
    • NoteOffside headlamp beam pattern deteriorating reflector tarnished

  17. Pass79,288 miles (+4,146)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    79,288 miles
    Test number
    486131581005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass75,142 miles (+3,986)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    75,142 miles
    Test number
    771264970027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Pass71,156 miles (+3,949)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    71,156 miles
    Test number
    150125569044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass67,207 miles (+4,114)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    67,207 miles
    Test number
    624433668068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass63,093 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    63,093 miles
    Test number
    704084927036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail63,093 miles (+3,825)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,093 miles
    Test number
    351054727066
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteO/s washer pipe hold under bonnet.

  23. Pass59,268 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    59,268 miles
    Test number
    140281336415
    • NoteFront nuber plate in poor condishion
    • NoteO/s track rod end boot split.

  24. Fail59,268 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,268 miles
    Test number
    841331136031
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • NoteFront nuber plate in poor condishion
    • NoteO/s track rod end boot split.

Questions about T769 SCD

Does T769 SCD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T769 SCD expired on 26 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T769 SCD?
The MOT on T769 SCD expired on 26 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T769 SCD done?
T769 SCD was recorded at 129,681 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2022, an average of 4,377 miles a year.
Has T769 SCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T769 SCD has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on T769 SCD 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 T769 SCD find?
T769 SCD passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2022 with 3 minor defects and 14 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 14 more.

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