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Volvo S40

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,948 cc

T796 LGPMOT history

T796 LGP is a black petrol Volvo S40 first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Jul 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 107,333 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Jul 2024
Mileage
107,333 mi
At MOT on 5 Jul 2023
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,205 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T796 LGP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,948 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T796 LGP was last recorded at 107,333 miles on 5 Jul 2023, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Jun 2015: 56,891 miles, lower than 62,077 miles on 3 Jun 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
107,314 miles · 4 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
4,205 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 107,333 miles
  • 2022 – 99,148 miles
  • 2021 – 88,965 miles
  • 2020 – 85,255 miles
  • 2019 – 81,816 miles
  • 2018 – 78,300 miles
  • 2017 – 74,511 miles
  • 2016 – 70,485 miles
  • 2015 – 56,891 miles
  • 2014 – 62,077 miles
  • 2013 – 58,137 miles
  • 2012 – 54,871 miles
  • 2011 – 49,902 miles
  • 2010 – 45,864 miles
  • 2009 – 43,000 miles
  • 2008 – 40,408 miles
  • 2007 – 37,260 miles
  • 2006 – 35,700 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,333 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs all round slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured front and rear indicator discolored

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass107,333 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    107,333 miles
    Test number
    756462901488
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail107,314 miles (+8,166)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,314 miles
    Test number
    849290729909
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass99,148 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    99,148 miles
    Test number
    642497304421
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail99,148 miles (+10,183)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,148 miles
    Test number
    676339003610
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass88,965 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    88,965 miles
    Test number
    640886549343
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail88,964 miles (+3,709)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,964 miles
    Test number
    155786858821
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass85,255 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    85,255 miles
    Test number
    548300878940
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Fail85,243 miles (+3,427)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,243 miles
    Test number
    836779339906
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass81,816 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    81,816 miles
    Test number
    228540042485
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs all round slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured front and rear indicator discolored (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively front and rear (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Fail81,814 miles (+3,514)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,814 miles
    Test number
    329441316658
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs all round slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured front and rear indicator discolored (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe along floor off car (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracked and perished (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass78,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    78,300 miles
    Test number
    532905823197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail78,300 miles (+3,789)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,300 miles
    Test number
    276477979839
    • MajorRear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure o/s n/s (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  13. Pass74,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    74,511 miles
    Test number
    590255183774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail74,511 miles (+4,026)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,511 miles
    Test number
    338325004008
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass70,485 miles (+13,594)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    70,485 miles
    Test number
    726491871009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,891 miles (-5,186)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    56,891 miles
    Test number
    489580865177
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass62,077 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    62,077 miles
    Test number
    106124454159
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail62,077 miles (+3,940)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,077 miles
    Test number
    517694654119
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass58,137 miles (+3,266)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    58,137 miles
    Test number
    205922363439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,871 miles (+4,969)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    54,871 miles
    Test number
    547539552151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,902 miles (+4,038)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    49,902 miles
    Test number
    976776161196
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass45,864 miles (+2,864)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    45,864 miles
    Test number
    794009750155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,000 miles (+2,592)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    43,000 miles
    Test number
    973255459184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,408 miles (+3,148)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    40,408 miles
    Test number
    231063888126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,260 miles (+1,560)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    37,260 miles
    Test number
    340732077195
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass35,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    35,700 miles
    Test number
    472183876105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T796 LGP

Does T796 LGP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T796 LGP expired on 17 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T796 LGP?
The MOT on T796 LGP expired on 17 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T796 LGP done?
T796 LGP was recorded at 107,333 miles at its MOT on 5 Jul 2023, an average of 4,205 miles a year.
Has T796 LGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T796 LGP has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T796 LGP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Jun 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T796 LGP find?
T796 LGP passed its latest MOT on 5 Jul 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing.

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