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Volvo V40

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,948 cc

T953 VTWMOT history

T953 VTW is a silver petrol Volvo V40 first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Aug 2024 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 158,880 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Aug 2024
Mileage
158,880 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2023
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,121 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T953 VTW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,948 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T953 VTW was last recorded at 158,880 miles on 1 Sept 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,880 miles · 25 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,121 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 158,880 miles
  • 2022 – 156,802 miles
  • 2021 – 154,765 miles
  • 2020 – 152,858 miles
  • 2019 – 149,844 miles
  • 2018 – 147,028 miles
  • 2017 – 143,347 miles
  • 2016 – 140,785 miles
  • 2015 – 137,551 miles
  • 2014 – 135,033 miles
  • 2013 – 132,020 miles
  • 2012 – 128,787 miles
  • 2011 – 116,587 miles
  • 2010 – 105,447 miles
  • 2009 – 94,911 miles
  • 2008 – 86,649 miles
  • 2007 – 80,843 miles
  • 2006 – 72,924 miles
  • 2005 – 66,774 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,880 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear both back plates corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL UNDER SIDE (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corrodedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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.

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

    Minor5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Central exhaust deteriorating

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 5 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,880 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    158,880 miles
    Test number
    609549337927
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL UNDER SIDE (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  2. Fail158,880 miles (+2,078)2 dangerous4 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,880 miles
    Test number
    914839687315
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL UNDER SIDE (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  3. Pass156,802 miles (+2,037)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    156,802 miles
    Test number
    605266293692
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ALL UNDER SIDE (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroding

  4. Pass154,765 miles (+1,907)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    154,765 miles
    Test number
    747844821683
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear back plates deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  5. Pass152,858 miles (+42)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    152,858 miles
    Test number
    131649153012
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps deteriorating

  6. Fail152,816 miles (+2,972)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,816 miles
    Test number
    329453586234
    • MajorEmissions not tested after second phase excessive hc lambda & co (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box & rear box deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps deteriorating

  7. Pass149,844 miles (+161)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    149,844 miles
    Test number
    899287427345
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box deteriorating
    • AdvisoryTank straps corroded

  8. Fail149,683 miles (+2,655)1 dangerous13 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,683 miles
    Test number
    894571949390
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases & is loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner rack ends excess play (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust deterioratd
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  9. Pass147,028 miles (+8)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    147,028 miles
    Test number
    527051070779
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Fail147,020 miles (+3,673)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,020 miles
    Test number
    173022905726
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass143,347 miles (+2,562)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    143,347 miles
    Test number
    800776863058
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass140,785 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    140,785 miles
    Test number
    305854520271
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box deteriorated

  13. Fail140,773 miles (+3,222)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,773 miles
    Test number
    909683978214
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box deteriorated

  14. Pass137,551 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    137,551 miles
    Test number
    999158535244
    • NoteCentre exhaust box corroded.

  15. Fail137,551 miles (+2,518)1 dangerous6 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,551 miles
    Test number
    235672935291
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteCentre exhaust box corroded.

  16. Pass135,033 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    135,033 miles
    Test number
    315282334427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail134,930 miles (+2,910)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,930 miles
    Test number
    887185024281
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  18. Pass132,020 miles (+3,233)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    132,020 miles
    Test number
    817926493122
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside front brake pipe corroded slightly
    • NoteOffside front brake pipe corroded slightly

  19. Pass128,787 miles (+12,200)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    128,787 miles
    Test number
    155180382173
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  20. Pass116,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    116,587 miles
    Test number
    429896681148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail116,587 miles (+11,140)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,587 miles
    Test number
    297915981463
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass105,447 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    105,447 miles
    Test number
    454478190192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail105,437 miles (+10,526)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,437 miles
    Test number
    284997990122
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass94,911 miles (+8,262)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    94,911 miles
    Test number
    284488809269
    • NoteRear number plate slightly dederiorated

  25. Pass86,649 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    86,649 miles
    Test number
    322617948460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail86,637 miles (+5,794)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,637 miles
    Test number
    861525348248
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyre's have split's in the inner sidewall's.

  27. Pass80,843 miles (+7,919)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    80,843 miles
    Test number
    233303857228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass72,924 miles (+6,150)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    72,924 miles
    Test number
    253639046220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass66,774 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    66,774 miles
    Test number
    433048945233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T953 VTW

Does T953 VTW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T953 VTW expired on 31 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T953 VTW?
The MOT on T953 VTW expired on 31 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T953 VTW done?
T953 VTW was recorded at 158,880 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2023, an average of 5,121 miles a year.
Has T953 VTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T953 VTW has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T953 VTW 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 T953 VTW find?
T953 VTW passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2023 with 7 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front coil spring corroded; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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