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Volvo V40

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,783 cc

V40 RFSMOT history

V40 RFS is a grey petrol Volvo V40 first used on 5 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 73,030 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Mar 2027
Mileage
73,030 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,053 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V40 RFS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,783 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V40 RFS was last recorded at 73,030 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 10,195 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,835 miles · 14 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
10,195 miles
Average per year
3,053 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,030 miles
  • 2025 – 62,835 miles
  • 2024 – 54,328 miles
  • 2023 – 51,155 miles
  • 2022 – 47,776 miles
  • 2021 – 46,835 miles
  • 2020 – 44,403 miles
  • 2019 – 42,161 miles
  • 2018 – 39,322 miles
  • 2017 – 34,977 miles
  • 2016 – 32,263 miles
  • 2015 – 30,436 miles
  • 2014 – 28,419 miles
  • 2013 – 27,484 miles
  • 2012 – 25,986 miles
  • 2011 – 24,454 miles
  • 2010 – 21,273 miles
  • 2009 – 18,395 miles
  • 2008 – 16,616 miles
  • 2007 – 13,461 miles
  • 2006 – 12,001 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,030 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine light on, before 1st July 2003

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 Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass73,030 miles (+10,195)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    73,030 miles
    Test number
    229198702132
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on, before 1st July 2003

  2. Pass62,835 miles (+8,507)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    62,835 miles
    Test number
    690782127639
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material full length at rear end (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass54,328 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    54,328 miles
    Test number
    291444961617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail54,325 miles (+3,170)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,325 miles
    Test number
    444925345479
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  5. Pass51,155 miles (+47)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    51,155 miles
    Test number
    246359318236
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted RIM DAMAGED (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  6. Fail51,108 miles (+3,332)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,108 miles
    Test number
    864470964679
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryALL BRAKE DISC UNITS DISPLAYING WEAR X4
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted RIM DAMAGED (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass47,776 miles (+941)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    47,776 miles
    Test number
    484154735892
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass46,835 miles (+2,432)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    46,835 miles
    Test number
    644286503295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass44,403 miles (+2,242)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    44,403 miles
    Test number
    493742865499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass42,161 miles (+2,839)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    42,161 miles
    Test number
    912522784219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass39,322 miles (+4,345)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    39,322 miles
    Test number
    734518514884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass34,977 miles (+2,714)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    34,977 miles
    Test number
    640853120872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass32,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    32,263 miles
    Test number
    496765230013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail32,263 miles (+1,827)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,263 miles
    Test number
    745071275170
    • Repaired at testFuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass30,436 miles (+2,017)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    30,436 miles
    Test number
    228708075043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,419 miles (+935)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    28,419 miles
    Test number
    837507054087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,484 miles (+1,498)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    27,484 miles
    Test number
    727589773061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,986 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    25,986 miles
    Test number
    457417482099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail25,986 miles (+1,532)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,986 miles
    Test number
    457657482011
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass24,454 miles (+3,181)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    24,454 miles
    Test number
    887181581012
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass21,273 miles (+2,878)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    21,273 miles
    Test number
    643188470018
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass18,395 miles (+1,779)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    18,395 miles
    Test number
    591252189020
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass16,616 miles (+3,155)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    16,616 miles
    Test number
    162860988404
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Fail13,461 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,461 miles
    Test number
    601209577067
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  25. Pass13,461 miles (+1,460)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    13,461 miles
    Test number
    731139377058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass12,001 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    12,001 miles
    Test number
    293926586088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V40 RFS

Does V40 RFS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V40 RFS is valid until 28 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V40 RFS?
The MOT on V40 RFS is valid until 28 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V40 RFS done?
V40 RFS was recorded at 73,030 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 3,053 miles a year.
Has V40 RFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V40 RFS has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on V40 RFS 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 RFS find?
V40 RFS passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; engine light on, before 1st july 2003.

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