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Volvo V40

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,560 cc

V40 BWSMOT history

V40 BWS is a black diesel Volvo V40 first used on 20 Dec 2013. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 163,924 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.

V40 BWS black Volvo V40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
163,924 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,329 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V40 BWS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
20 Dec 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V40 BWS was last recorded at 163,924 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 9,326 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,598 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
9,326 miles
Average per year
11,329 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,924 miles
  • 2025 – 154,598 miles
  • 2024 – 141,084 miles
  • 2023 – 130,593 miles
  • 2022 – 117,893 miles
  • 2021 – 107,518 miles
  • 2020 – 97,641 miles
  • 2019 – 85,712 miles
  • 2018 – 73,717 miles
  • 2017 – 62,434 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,924 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (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.

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 24 Feb 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,924 miles (+9,326)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    163,924 miles
    Test number
    638669201528
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass154,598 miles (+218)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    154,598 miles
    Test number
    833653118466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail154,380 miles (+13,296)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,380 miles
    Test number
    103297089791
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass141,084 miles (+10,491)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    141,084 miles
    Test number
    255610475751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass130,593 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    130,593 miles
    Test number
    267824807303
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail130,593 miles (+12,700)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,593 miles
    Test number
    303400399265
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass117,893 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    117,893 miles
    Test number
    514731845118
    • AdvisoryTyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Fail117,887 miles (+10,369)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,887 miles
    Test number
    893340221130
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Pass107,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    107,518 miles
    Test number
    992057039802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail107,518 miles (+9,877)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,518 miles
    Test number
    327766546729
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass97,641 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    97,641 miles
    Test number
    449352575659
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNSF Tyre wearing On Inner Edge

  12. Fail97,641 miles (+11,929)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,641 miles
    Test number
    758950440075
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNSF Tyre wearing On Inner Edge

  13. Pass85,712 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    85,712 miles
    Test number
    266405206827
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail85,702 miles (+11,985)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,702 miles
    Test number
    414130810868
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass73,717 miles (+11,283)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    73,717 miles
    Test number
    311251590179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass62,434 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    62,434 miles
    Test number
    128158928989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V40 BWS

Does V40 BWS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V40 BWS is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V40 BWS?
The MOT on V40 BWS is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V40 BWS done?
V40 BWS was recorded at 163,924 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 11,329 miles a year.
Has V40 BWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V40 BWS has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on V40 BWS 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 BWS find?
V40 BWS passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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