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Volvo V40

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 1,870 cc

V40 HROMOT history

V40 HRO is a grey diesel Volvo V40 first used on 27 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 6 May 2022 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 182,546 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 May 2022
Mileage
182,546 mi
At MOT on 3 May 2022
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,014 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V40 HRO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,870 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 May 2022
Latest MOT test
3 May 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

V40 HRO was last recorded at 182,546 miles on 3 May 2022, 6,474 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 May 2021: 176,072 miles, lower than 178,136 miles on 1 Apr 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
176,072 miles · 7 May 2021
Between the last two tests
6,474 miles
Average per year
9,014 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 182,546 miles
  • 2021 – 176,072 miles
  • 2020 – 178,136 miles
  • 2019 – 173,114 miles
  • 2018 – 171,331 miles
  • 2017 – 165,095 miles
  • 2016 – 158,063 miles
  • 2015 – 150,843 miles
  • 2014 – 147,913 miles
  • 2013 – 131,837 miles
  • 2012 – 115,525 miles
  • 2011 – 96,999 miles
  • 2010 – 74,925 miles
  • 2009 – 54,943 miles
  • 2008 – 50,580 miles
  • 2006 – 43,352 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail182,546 miles
  • MajorEmissions not tested due to oil leak and engine running correctly (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisorySteering system lightly rubbing (2.1.4 (a))
  • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion starting under vehicleRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

What MOT failures 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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail182,546 miles (+6,474)8 major5 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,546 miles
    Test number
    508601690520
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to oil leak and engine running correctly (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySteering system lightly rubbing (2.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion starting under vehicle

  2. Pass176,072 miles (-2,064)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    176,072 miles
    Test number
    669802140615
    • MinorTyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion starting under vehicle

  3. Pass178,136 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    178,136 miles
    Test number
    700617058493
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail178,130 miles (+5,016)6 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,130 miles
    Test number
    614642590632
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working side lamp (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorIndicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass173,114 miles (+5)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    173,114 miles
    Test number
    807726097785
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion starting under vehicle

  6. Fail173,109 miles (+1,778)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,109 miles
    Test number
    947070794528
    • MajorBrake performance not tested due to leak (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion starting under vehicle

  7. Pass171,331 miles (+6,236)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    171,331 miles
    Test number
    810769929544
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion under vehicle (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass165,095 miles (+7,032)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    165,095 miles
    Test number
    796075320384
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit ALL FOUR TYRES GETTING LOW (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass158,063 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    158,063 miles
    Test number
    467103198740
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight brake bind
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear chassis /underbody showing signs of surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes showing signs of deterioration

  10. Fail158,063 miles (+7,220)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,063 miles
    Test number
    863921665718
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight brake bind
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear chassis /underbody showing signs of surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes showing signs of deterioration

  11. Pass150,843 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    150,843 miles
    Test number
    105747275097
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded
    • NoteOil leaks

  12. Fail150,843 miles (+2,930)8 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,843 miles
    Test number
    575625475008
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded
    • NoteOil leaks

  13. Pass147,913 miles (+20)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    147,913 miles
    Test number
    749103564081
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner edges

  14. Fail147,893 miles (+16,056)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,893 miles
    Test number
    798872464061
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner edges

  15. Pass131,837 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    131,837 miles
    Test number
    187901573441
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSurface cut in o/s front tyre sidewall

  16. Fail131,837 miles (+16,312)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,837 miles
    Test number
    627011673005
    • FailureNearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSurface cut in o/s front tyre sidewall

  17. Pass115,525 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    115,525 miles
    Test number
    937493872006
    • NoteSurface cuts in o/s front tyre and tending to wear on outer edge

  18. Fail115,525 miles (+18,526)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,525 miles
    Test number
    178343972082
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteSurface cuts in o/s front tyre and tending to wear on outer edge

  19. Pass96,999 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    96,999 miles
    Test number
    275324571079
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has cut in sidewall but not too cords

  20. Fail96,999 miles (+22,074)3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,999 miles
    Test number
    627454971081
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has cut in sidewall but not too cords

  21. Fail74,925 miles2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,925 miles
    Test number
    461455570056
    • Repaired at testNearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteN/S/R brake binding slightly
    • NoteN/S/R tyre distorted

  22. Pass74,925 miles (+19,982)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    74,925 miles
    Test number
    693305270087
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteN/S/R brake binding slightly
    • NoteN/S/R tyre distorted

  23. Pass54,943 miles (+4,363)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    54,943 miles
    Test number
    231847459056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass50,580 miles (+7,228)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    50,580 miles
    Test number
    834059278080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass43,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    43,352 miles
    Test number
    560337226307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V40 HRO

Does V40 HRO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V40 HRO expired on 6 May 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V40 HRO?
The MOT on V40 HRO expired on 6 May 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V40 HRO done?
V40 HRO was recorded at 182,546 miles at its MOT on 3 May 2022, an average of 9,014 miles a year.
Has V40 HRO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V40 HRO has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2022.
Has the mileage on V40 HRO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 May 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V40 HRO find?
V40 HRO failed its latest MOT on 3 May 2022 with 8 major defects, 5 minor defects and 10 advisories: emissions not tested due to oil leak and engine running correctly; front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both; nearside front steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 20 more.

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