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Volvo V40

Blue · Diesel · 2015 · 1,969 cc

V17 RCWMOT history

V17 RCW is a blue diesel Volvo V40 first used on 30 Nov 2015. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jun 2027 and it has passed 8 of 14 MOT tests, with 119,797 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

V17 RCW blue Volvo V40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V40, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jun 2027
Mileage
119,797 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
14
8 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,153 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V17 RCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,969 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
30 Nov 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V17 RCW was last recorded at 119,797 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 6,377 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,420 miles · 2 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,377 miles
Average per year
7,153 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,797 miles
  • 2025 – 113,420 miles
  • 2024 – 107,215 miles
  • 2023 – 101,352 miles
  • 2022 – 94,857 miles
  • 2021 – 88,597 miles
  • 2019 – 74,677 miles
  • 2018 – 65,550 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,797 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside / Offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside / Offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

14 tests since 31 Oct 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,797 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    119,797 miles
    Test number
    506122697268
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Fail119,797 miles (+6,377)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,797 miles
    Test number
    495396756888
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass113,420 miles (+81)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    113,420 miles
    Test number
    373821006396
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside / Offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside / Offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail113,339 miles (+6,124)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,339 miles
    Test number
    993221019372
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside / Offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside / Offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass107,215 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    107,215 miles
    Test number
    381737983513
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail107,215 miles (+5,863)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,215 miles
    Test number
    537486087949
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass101,352 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    101,352 miles
    Test number
    494677543838
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside/ Offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail101,351 miles (+6,494)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,351 miles
    Test number
    704267724186
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside/ Offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass94,857 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    94,857 miles
    Test number
    492993873295
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail94,857 miles (+6,260)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,857 miles
    Test number
    473352041829
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass88,597 miles (+13,920)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    88,597 miles
    Test number
    460814256710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass74,677 miles (+203)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    74,677 miles
    Test number
    466229146644
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail74,474 miles (+8,924)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,474 miles
    Test number
    695070426559
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass65,550 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    65,550 miles
    Test number
    406377449307
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Questions about V17 RCW

Does V17 RCW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V17 RCW is valid until 1 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on V17 RCW?
The MOT on V17 RCW is valid until 1 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V17 RCW done?
V17 RCW was recorded at 119,797 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 7,153 miles a year.
Has V17 RCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V17 RCW has failed 6 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on V17 RCW 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 V17 RCW find?
V17 RCW passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively.

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