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Volvo V40

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,560 cc

V40 GDBMOT history

V40 GDB is a white diesel Volvo V40 first used on 1 Nov 2012. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 130,258 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

V40 GDB white Volvo V40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jul 2027
Mileage
130,258 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,907 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V40 GDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,560 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Nov 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V40 GDB was last recorded at 130,258 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 2,305 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,953 miles · 2 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,305 miles
Average per year
7,907 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,258 miles
  • 2025 – 127,953 miles
  • 2024 – 119,667 miles
  • 2023 – 104,653 miles
  • 2022 – 92,231 miles
  • 2021 – 81,733 miles
  • 2020 – 75,763 miles
  • 2019 – 67,787 miles
  • 2018 – 55,501 miles
  • 2017 – 52,447 miles
  • 2016 – 48,197 miles
  • 2015 – 45,809 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,258 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 26 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,258 miles (+2,305)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    130,258 miles
    Test number
    485675531062
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Pass127,953 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    127,953 miles
    Test number
    919750501847
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer cv boot weeping grease

  3. Fail127,953 miles (+8,286)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,953 miles
    Test number
    429186308061
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer cv boot weeping grease

  4. Pass119,667 miles (+15,014)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    119,667 miles
    Test number
    672284346327
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass104,653 miles (+12,422)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    104,653 miles
    Test number
    704318774391
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass92,231 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    92,231 miles
    Test number
    426192722515
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  7. Fail92,231 miles (+10,498)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,231 miles
    Test number
    141949014050
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  8. Pass81,733 miles (+5,970)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    81,733 miles
    Test number
    101369791735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,763 miles (+7,976)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    75,763 miles
    Test number
    778912868387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass67,787 miles (+12,286)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    67,787 miles
    Test number
    230658795634
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass55,501 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    55,501 miles
    Test number
    157055431551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail55,496 miles (+3,049)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,496 miles
    Test number
    689109564714
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick + offside rear (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear And offside rear tyres cracking on outer tread + flat spots to inner tread

  13. Pass52,447 miles (+4,250)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    52,447 miles
    Test number
    247753565219
    • AdvisorySlight cracking to outer tread area on both rear tyres

  14. Pass48,197 miles (+2,388)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    48,197 miles
    Test number
    954513786226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    45,809 miles
    Test number
    457992125334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V40 GDB

Does V40 GDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V40 GDB is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V40 GDB?
The MOT on V40 GDB is valid until 1 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V40 GDB done?
V40 GDB was recorded at 130,258 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 7,907 miles a year.
Has V40 GDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V40 GDB has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on V40 GDB 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 GDB find?
V40 GDB passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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