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Volvo V40

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,948 cc

T850 ARWMOT history

T850 ARW is a red petrol Volvo V40 first used on 5 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 114,971 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Aug 2023
Mileage
114,971 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2022
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,107 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T850 ARW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,948 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T850 ARW was last recorded at 114,971 miles on 21 Aug 2022, 6,833 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Aug 2015: 135,890 miles, lower than 140,111 miles on 10 Aug 2015.
  • 8 Aug 2020: 104,014 miles, lower than 160,500 miles on 13 Aug 2019.

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
108,138 miles · 5 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
6,833 miles
Average per year
3,107 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 114,971 miles
  • 2021 – 108,138 miles
  • 2020 – 104,014 miles
  • 2019 – 160,500 miles
  • 2018 – 157,449 miles
  • 2017 – 151,572 miles
  • 2016 – 145,965 miles
  • 2015 – 135,890 miles
  • 2014 – 132,784 miles
  • 2013 – 129,477 miles
  • 2012 – 121,288 miles
  • 2011 – 112,619 miles
  • 2010 – 99,914 miles
  • 2009 – 93,167 miles
  • 2008 – 84,740 miles
  • 2007 – 74,203 miles
  • 2006 – 64,853 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,971 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both rear dust covers severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Cannot assess condition of front pads due to wheel covers suspect pads thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 5 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,971 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    114,971 miles
    Test number
    204811803085
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both rear dust covers severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Cannot assess condition of front pads due to wheel covers suspect pads thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail114,971 miles (+6,833)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,971 miles
    Test number
    305197102903
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both rear dust covers severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Cannot assess condition of front pads due to wheel covers suspect pads thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass108,138 miles (+4,124)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    108,138 miles
    Test number
    108885364528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass104,014 miles (-56,486)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    104,014 miles
    Test number
    422616386507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass160,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    160,500 miles
    Test number
    164679750957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail160,500 miles (+3,051)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,500 miles
    Test number
    164415651492
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
  7. Pass157,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    157,449 miles
    Test number
    321771486098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail157,446 miles4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,446 miles
    Test number
    430087904067
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body mounting fixings insecure door moulding (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  9. Pass151,576 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    151,576 km
    Test number
    320710288135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  10. Fail151,572 miles (+5,607)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,572 miles
    Test number
    130772330866
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass145,965 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    145,965 miles
    Test number
    777191000666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail145,960 miles (+10,070)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,960 miles
    Test number
    264340987670
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
  13. Pass135,890 miles (-4,221)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    135,890 miles
    Test number
    134382306639
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn inner edge
  14. Fail140,111 miles (+7,327)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,111 miles
    Test number
    747426369181
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn inner edge
  15. Pass132,784 miles (+3,307)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    132,784 miles
    Test number
    337084424252
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner tread
  16. Fail129,477 miles1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,477 miles
    Test number
    235048293112
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
  17. Pass129,477 miles (+8,189)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    129,477 miles
    Test number
    466808493130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
  18. Pass121,288 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    121,288 miles
    Test number
    617637122296
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  19. Fail121,288 miles (+8,669)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,288 miles
    Test number
    937267822280
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  20. Pass112,619 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    112,619 miles
    Test number
    715108781129
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Fail112,619 miles (+12,705)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,619 miles
    Test number
    258588081119
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass99,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    99,914 miles
    Test number
    953514480186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail99,912 miles (+6,745)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,912 miles
    Test number
    993024980123
    • FailureOffside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
  24. Pass93,167 miles (+8,427)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    93,167 miles
    Test number
    790567489146
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
  25. Pass84,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    84,740 miles
    Test number
    301012398168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail84,740 miles (+10,537)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,740 miles
    Test number
    784122998149
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
  27. Pass74,203 miles (+9,350)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    74,203 miles
    Test number
    924225987109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass64,853 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    64,853 miles
    Test number
    201716986459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail64,853 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,853 miles
    Test number
    152226986155
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about T850 ARW

Does T850 ARW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T850 ARW expired on 20 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T850 ARW?
The MOT on T850 ARW expired on 20 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T850 ARW done?
T850 ARW was recorded at 114,971 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2022, an average of 3,107 miles a year.
Has T850 ARW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T850 ARW has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T850 ARW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 13 Aug 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T850 ARW find?
T850 ARW passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2022 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: offside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged; rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both rear dust covers severely deteriorated; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 1 more.

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