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Volvo V40

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,870 cc

V1 ATCMOT history

V1 ATC is a blue diesel Volvo V40 first used on 30 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 123,132 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
123,132 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,229 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V1 ATC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,870 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V1 ATC was last recorded at 123,132 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 1,952 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,180 miles · 18 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,952 miles
Average per year
5,229 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,132 miles
  • 2025 – 121,180 miles
  • 2024 – 119,408 miles
  • 2023 – 117,485 miles
  • 2022 – 115,159 miles
  • 2021 – 112,467 miles
  • 2020 – 110,739 miles
  • 2019 – 106,955 miles
  • 2018 – 101,447 miles
  • 2017 – 95,354 miles
  • 2016 – 88,636 miles
  • 2015 – 80,803 miles
  • 2014 – 74,781 miles
  • 2013 – 66,829 miles
  • 2012 – 58,100 miles
  • 2011 – 48,308 miles
  • 2010 – 42,417 miles
  • 2009 – 34,997 miles
  • 2008 – 28,619 miles
  • 2007 – 23,497 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,132 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened on the offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around rear suspension mounting points, boot floor, offside front floor and rear floors (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn tiebar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn tiebar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated long travel - overall efficiency 16% - the offside parking brake is weak (1.1.6 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust flange corroded (6.1.2 (a))

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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted on inner face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward tie bar outer bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted on inner face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward tie bar outer bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside surface corrosion within prescribed areas of trailing arm and antiroll bar mounting points

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass123,132 miles (+1,952)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    123,132 miles
    Test number
    429944017352
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened on the offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around rear suspension mounting points, boot floor, offside front floor and rear floors (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn tiebar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn tiebar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated long travel - overall efficiency 16% - the offside parking brake is weak (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust flange corroded (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass121,180 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    121,180 miles
    Test number
    268155633788
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward tie bar outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward tie bar outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside surface corrosion within prescribed areas of trailing arm and antiroll bar mounting points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail121,177 miles (+1,769)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,177 miles
    Test number
    265325755772
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective splitting (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward tie bar outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward tie bar outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside surface corrosion within prescribed areas of trailing arm and antiroll bar mounting points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass119,408 miles (+1,923)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    119,408 miles
    Test number
    417334500645
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass117,485 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    117,485 miles
    Test number
    416309938946
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail117,485 miles (+2,326)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,485 miles
    Test number
    895072476084
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass115,159 miles (+2,692)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    115,159 miles
    Test number
    589555438183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake calliper sticking slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx 3mm on outer treads (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass112,467 miles (+1,728)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    112,467 miles
    Test number
    755532550067
    • MinorNearside Front Outline marker lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outline marker lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass110,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    110,739 miles
    Test number
    343754377366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail110,739 miles (+3,784)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,739 miles
    Test number
    532288668596
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass106,955 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    106,955 miles
    Test number
    627675735990
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front side marker lamp shows white light
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front side marker lamp shows white light
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail106,953 miles (+5,506)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,953 miles
    Test number
    120697891489
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front side marker lamp shows white light
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front side marker lamp shows white light
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass101,447 miles (+6,093)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    101,447 miles
    Test number
    414518847673
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass95,354 miles (+6,718)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    95,354 miles
    Test number
    525351898341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass88,636 miles (+7,833)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    88,636 miles
    Test number
    149705097217
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass80,803 miles (+6,022)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    80,803 miles
    Test number
    927295165073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,781 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    74,781 miles
    Test number
    425359104063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail74,775 miles (+7,946)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,775 miles
    Test number
    327368504055
    • FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass66,829 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    66,829 miles
    Test number
    579140013068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail66,821 miles (+8,721)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,821 miles
    Test number
    867708903017
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass58,100 miles (+9,792)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    58,100 miles
    Test number
    748570012071
    • NoteAdvise rear tyres worn outer edge

  22. Pass48,308 miles (+5,891)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    48,308 miles
    Test number
    508910211036
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEnd of n/s wiper blade split

  23. Pass42,417 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    42,417 miles
    Test number
    664009210068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail42,414 miles (+7,417)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,414 miles
    Test number
    132689910038
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass34,997 miles (+6,378)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    34,997 miles
    Test number
    692693319051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,619 miles (+5,122)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    28,619 miles
    Test number
    391886918096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass23,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    23,497 miles
    Test number
    253783727026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V1 ATC

Does V1 ATC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V1 ATC is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V1 ATC?
The MOT on V1 ATC is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V1 ATC done?
V1 ATC was recorded at 123,132 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 5,229 miles a year.
Has V1 ATC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V1 ATC has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on V1 ATC 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 V1 ATC find?
V1 ATC passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: offside rear outer position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened on the offside; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around rear suspension mounting points, boot floor, offside front floor and rear floors, and 11 more.

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