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Volvo V40

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,948 cc

T985 TGCMOT history

T985 TGC is a silver petrol Volvo V40 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Feb 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 85,556 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Feb 2023
Mileage
85,556 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,098 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T985 TGC
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T985 TGC was last recorded at 85,556 miles on 4 Feb 2022, 3,026 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,530 miles · 3 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
3,026 miles
Average per year
2,098 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 85,556 miles
  • 2021 – 82,530 miles
  • 2020 – 80,397 miles
  • 2019 – 77,878 miles
  • 2018 – 75,882 miles
  • 2017 – 73,030 miles
  • 2016 – 70,384 miles
  • 2015 – 67,471 miles
  • 2014 – 64,462 miles
  • 2013 – 60,315 miles
  • 2012 – 59,272 miles
  • 2010 – 58,065 miles
  • 2009 – 57,080 miles
  • 2008 – 56,742 miles
  • 2007 – 55,595 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,556 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Engine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,556 miles (+3,026)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    85,556 miles
    Test number
    834998487246
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass82,530 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    82,530 miles
    Test number
    776954291457
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front marker light lens missing

  3. Fail82,530 miles (+2,133)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,530 miles
    Test number
    219653534804
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front marker light lens missing

  4. Pass80,397 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    80,397 miles
    Test number
    685871615948
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail80,396 miles (+2,518)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,396 miles
    Test number
    743867308011
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass77,878 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    77,878 miles
    Test number
    889522976909
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  7. Fail77,877 miles (+1,995)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,877 miles
    Test number
    261665194945
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam Both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam Both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Pass75,882 miles (+2,852)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    75,882 miles
    Test number
    966320600194
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

  9. Pass73,030 miles (+2,646)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    73,030 miles
    Test number
    179404504536
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  10. Pass70,384 miles (+2,913)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    70,384 miles
    Test number
    436674516011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail67,471 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,471 miles
    Test number
    637757635018
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass67,471 miles (+3,009)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    67,471 miles
    Test number
    835707735054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass64,462 miles (+4,147)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    64,462 miles
    Test number
    208325634038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    60,315 miles
    Test number
    199939233408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail60,315 miles (+1,043)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,315 miles
    Test number
    627029633033
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass59,272 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    59,272 miles
    Test number
    156277032027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail59,272 miles (+1,207)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,272 miles
    Test number
    298565232057
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth headlamps output quite dim

  18. Pass58,065 miles (+985)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    58,065 miles
    Test number
    123228990237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,080 miles (+338)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    57,080 miles
    Test number
    244722309337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,742 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    56,742 miles
    Test number
    594224408323
    • 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. Fail56,742 miles (+1,147)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,742 miles
    Test number
    143984808382
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • 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. Pass55,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    55,595 miles
    Test number
    881017797211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail55,595 miles1 dangerous4 failures2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,595 miles
    Test number
    362887297284
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished
    • NoteRear brake discs coroded

Questions about T985 TGC

Does T985 TGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T985 TGC expired on 7 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T985 TGC?
The MOT on T985 TGC expired on 7 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T985 TGC done?
T985 TGC was recorded at 85,556 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2022, an average of 2,098 miles a year.
Has T985 TGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T985 TGC has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on T985 TGC 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 T985 TGC find?
T985 TGC passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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