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Volvo V40

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,870 cc

V40 BBCMOT history

V40 BBC is a blue diesel Volvo V40 first used on 31 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 17 Jul 2026 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 190,510 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Jul 2026
Mileage
190,510 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2025
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,402 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V40 BBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,870 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V40 BBC was last recorded at 190,510 miles on 15 Jul 2025, 2,781 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,729 miles · 18 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
2,781 miles
Average per year
8,402 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 190,510 miles
  • 2024 – 187,729 miles
  • 2022 – 183,484 miles
  • 2020 – 181,069 miles
  • 2019 – 176,031 miles
  • 2018 – 170,780 miles
  • 2017 – 164,453 miles
  • 2016 – 158,892 miles
  • 2015 – 149,274 miles
  • 2014 – 133,903 miles
  • 2012 – 105,929 miles
  • 2011 – 97,105 miles
  • 2010 – 81,598 miles
  • 2009 – 61,889 miles
  • 2008 – 48,346 miles
  • 2007 – 36,024 miles
  • 2006 – 28,513 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,510 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement dogbone marked with chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement dogbone marked with chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Both rear outer side lights not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Damage to front cross-member/engine mounting worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,510 miles (+2,781)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    190,510 miles
    Test number
    571012091525
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement dogbone marked with chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement dogbone marked with chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass187,729 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    187,729 miles
    Test number
    642264907527
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  3. Fail187,728 miles (+4,244)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,728 miles
    Test number
    867260760570
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass183,484 miles (+2,415)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    183,484 miles
    Test number
    559761631029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass181,069 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    181,069 miles
    Test number
    350044625698
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail181,069 miles (+5,038)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,069 miles
    Test number
    467220079492
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass176,031 miles (+5,251)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    176,031 miles
    Test number
    895387390280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre is worn bald on inner tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre is worn bald on inner tread

  8. Pass170,780 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    170,780 miles
    Test number
    997645907644
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Fail170,780 miles (+6,327)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,780 miles
    Test number
    665790360923
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass164,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    164,453 miles
    Test number
    175468406063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail164,453 miles (+5,561)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,453 miles
    Test number
    401402170360
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not working o/s and n/s. (1.1.A.3b)

  12. Pass158,892 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    158,892 miles
    Test number
    460313827828
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer side lights not working
    • AdvisoryDamage to front cross-member/engine mounting worn

  13. Fail158,892 miles (+9,618)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,892 miles
    Test number
    113182697174
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureTrailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement BOTH REAR (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer side lights not working
    • AdvisoryDamage to front cross-member/engine mounting worn

  14. Pass149,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    149,274 miles
    Test number
    329729545167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail149,274 miles (+15,371)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,274 miles
    Test number
    556079145152
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on the legal limit and have been driven low on pressure

  16. Pass133,903 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    133,903 miles
    Test number
    318093394046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail133,899 miles (+27,970)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,899 miles
    Test number
    518981294012
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  18. Fail105,929 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,929 miles
    Test number
    398582682199
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWindscreen cracked outside wiper swept area

  19. Pass105,929 miles (+8,824)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    105,929 miles
    Test number
    405452682174
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWindscreen cracked outside wiper swept area

  20. Pass97,105 miles (+15,507)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    97,105 miles
    Test number
    755701671113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteWindscreen is cracked outside sweped area

  21. Fail81,598 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,598 miles
    Test number
    680669290048
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Pass81,598 miles (+19,709)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    81,598 miles
    Test number
    692539290063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass61,889 miles (+13,543)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    61,889 miles
    Test number
    183112879060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass48,346 miles (+12,322)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    48,346 miles
    Test number
    300327868081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,024 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    36,024 miles
    Test number
    564905867051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail36,024 miles (+7,511)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,024 miles
    Test number
    910175967036
    • Repaired at testOffside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  27. Pass28,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    28,513 miles
    Test number
    651854496062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V40 BBC

Does V40 BBC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V40 BBC expired on 17 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V40 BBC?
The MOT on V40 BBC expired on 17 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V40 BBC done?
V40 BBC was recorded at 190,510 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2025, an average of 8,402 miles a year.
Has V40 BBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V40 BBC has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on V40 BBC 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 V40 BBC find?
V40 BBC passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement dogbone marked with chalk, and 2 more.

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