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Volvo S40

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

T997 HFCMOT history

T997 HFC is a black petrol Volvo S40 first used on 3 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 96,263 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jun 2027
Mileage
96,263 mi
At MOT on 27 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,106 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T997 HFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
3 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T997 HFC was last recorded at 96,263 miles on 27 Jun 2026, 3,404 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,859 miles · 14 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,404 miles
Average per year
5,106 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,263 miles
  • 2025 – 92,859 miles
  • 2024 – 90,002 miles
  • 2023 – 88,280 miles
  • 2022 – 86,347 miles
  • 2021 – 83,230 miles
  • 2020 – 78,116 miles
  • 2019 – 74,187 miles
  • 2017 – 60,922 miles
  • 2016 – 53,248 miles
  • 2015 – 48,857 miles
  • 2014 – 36,039 miles
  • 2013 – 28,878 miles
  • 2012 – 22,168 miles
  • 2011 – 17,713 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,263 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 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 Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive gear box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,263 miles (+3,404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    96,263 miles
    Test number
    144190926747
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass92,859 miles (+2,857)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    92,859 miles
    Test number
    499381106353
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass90,002 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    90,002 miles
    Test number
    839010436680
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail90,002 miles (+1,722)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,002 miles
    Test number
    951636301329
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass88,280 miles (+1,933)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    88,280 miles
    Test number
    130861067055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass86,347 miles (+3,117)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    86,347 miles
    Test number
    130835756738
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass83,230 miles (+5,114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    83,230 miles
    Test number
    529983716219
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass78,116 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    78,116 miles
    Test number
    687841560038
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail78,114 miles (+3,927)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,114 miles
    Test number
    660286340674
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass74,187 miles (+29)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    74,187 miles
    Test number
    192455988362
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail74,158 miles (+13,236)2 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,158 miles
    Test number
    507516751937
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass60,922 miles (+7,674)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    60,922 miles
    Test number
    382923581359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,248 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    53,248 miles
    Test number
    912599781997
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail53,248 miles (+4,391)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,248 miles
    Test number
    115149696141
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Fail48,857 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,857 miles
    Test number
    627459475069
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOsr tyre has screw in tread.

  16. Pass48,857 miles (+12,818)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    48,857 miles
    Test number
    787229375035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOsr tyre has screw in tread.

  17. Fail36,039 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,039 miles
    Test number
    735070064006
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass36,039 miles (+7,161)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    36,039 miles
    Test number
    818610864068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,878 miles (+6,710)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    28,878 miles
    Test number
    578000243003
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass22,168 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    22,168 miles
    Test number
    548725832086
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail22,168 miles (+4,455)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,168 miles
    Test number
    626525832049
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass17,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    17,713 miles
    Test number
    187408731427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T997 HFC

Does T997 HFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T997 HFC is valid until 26 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T997 HFC?
The MOT on T997 HFC is valid until 26 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T997 HFC done?
T997 HFC was recorded at 96,263 miles at its MOT on 27 Jun 2026, an average of 5,106 miles a year.
Has T997 HFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T997 HFC has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T997 HFC 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 T997 HFC find?
T997 HFC passed its latest MOT on 27 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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