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Volvo V40

Blue · Diesel · 2016 · 1,969 cc

V40 KEMMOT history

V40 KEM is a blue diesel Volvo V40 first used on 11 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 94,412 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

V40 KEM blue Volvo V40 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
94,412 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,259 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V40 KEM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,969 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
11 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V40 KEM was last recorded at 94,412 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 12,082 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,330 miles · 5 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
12,082 miles
Average per year
11,259 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,412 miles
  • 2025 – 82,330 miles
  • 2024 – 71,095 miles
  • 2023 – 59,843 miles
  • 2022 – 48,955 miles
  • 2021 – 38,550 miles
  • 2020 – 27,738 miles
  • 2019 – 16,796 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,412 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

12 tests since 1 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,412 miles (+12,082)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    94,412 miles
    Test number
    322497694024
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass82,330 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    82,330 miles
    Test number
    466824070812
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail82,313 miles (+11,218)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,313 miles
    Test number
    362543121245
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Oil level low (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine Oil cap missing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass71,095 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    71,095 miles
    Test number
    476431213298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail71,095 miles (+11,252)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,095 miles
    Test number
    507391019735
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass59,843 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    59,843 miles
    Test number
    523729276252
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged interior (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService light on dash

  7. Fail59,843 miles (+10,888)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,843 miles
    Test number
    267143515325
    • MajorObligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear interior (3.3 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService light on dash

  8. Pass48,955 miles (+10,405)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    48,955 miles
    Test number
    322400125096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass38,550 miles (+10,812)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    38,550 miles
    Test number
    387691601407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass27,738 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    27,738 miles
    Test number
    452331194862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail27,738 miles (+10,942)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,738 miles
    Test number
    578993970584
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass16,796 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    16,796 miles
    Test number
    956776866169
    • MinorNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Questions about V40 KEM

Does V40 KEM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V40 KEM is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V40 KEM?
The MOT on V40 KEM is valid until 12 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 KEM done?
V40 KEM was recorded at 94,412 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 11,259 miles a year.
Has V40 KEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V40 KEM has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on V40 KEM 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 KEM find?
V40 KEM passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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