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Volvo V40

Green · Petrol · 2003 · 1,783 cc

V40 SPTMOT history

V40 SPT is a green petrol Volvo V40 first used on 31 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 83,818 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
83,818 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,186 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V40 SPT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,783 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V40 SPT was last recorded at 83,818 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 91 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,727 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
91 miles
Average per year
3,186 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,818 miles
  • 2025 – 83,727 miles
  • 2024 – 82,842 miles
  • 2023 – 81,618 miles
  • 2022 – 79,309 miles
  • 2021 – 75,853 miles
  • 2020 – 73,449 miles
  • 2019 – 70,806 miles
  • 2018 – 67,438 miles
  • 2017 – 64,275 miles
  • 2016 – 60,927 miles
  • 2015 – 58,600 miles
  • 2014 – 53,167 miles
  • 2013 – 48,351 miles
  • 2012 – 43,752 miles
  • 2011 – 39,123 miles
  • 2010 – 34,416 miles
  • 2009 – 30,277 miles
  • 2008 – 26,882 miles
  • 2007 – 23,623 miles
  • 2006 – 20,398 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,818 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass83,818 miles (+91)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    83,818 miles
    Test number
    606043555390
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Pass83,727 miles (+885)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    83,727 miles
    Test number
    346394386103
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass82,842 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    82,842 miles
    Test number
    553569532555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail82,837 miles (+1,219)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,837 miles
    Test number
    489566540920
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

  5. Pass81,618 miles (+2,309)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    81,618 miles
    Test number
    427486247970
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass79,309 miles (+3,456)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    79,309 miles
    Test number
    720086389090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass75,853 miles (+2,404)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    75,853 miles
    Test number
    688364546826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,449 miles (+2,643)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    73,449 miles
    Test number
    241407581886
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency low.

  9. Pass70,806 miles (+3,368)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    70,806 miles
    Test number
    328265795162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass67,438 miles (+3,163)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    67,438 miles
    Test number
    958056531776
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass64,275 miles (+3,348)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    64,275 miles
    Test number
    655091484288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    60,927 miles
    Test number
    599927854132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail60,927 miles (+2,327)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,927 miles
    Test number
    917795980720
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass58,600 miles (+5,433)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    58,600 miles
    Test number
    815901800529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,167 miles (+4,816)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    53,167 miles
    Test number
    289135844220
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass48,351 miles (+4,599)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    48,351 miles
    Test number
    397466943296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,752 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    43,752 miles
    Test number
    356245552283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail43,747 miles (+4,624)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,747 miles
    Test number
    695275452290
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass39,123 miles (+4,707)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    39,123 miles
    Test number
    625622161245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,416 miles (+4,139)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    34,416 miles
    Test number
    301761260426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,277 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    30,277 miles
    Test number
    832582769282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Fail30,277 miles (+3,395)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,277 miles
    Test number
    890652869283
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass26,882 miles (+3,259)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    26,882 miles
    Test number
    932123878283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass23,623 miles (+3,225)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    23,623 miles
    Test number
    582146497273
    • NoteBoth front tyres low on 2mm

  25. Pass20,398 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    20,398 miles
    Test number
    634779196211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about V40 SPT

Does V40 SPT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V40 SPT is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V40 SPT?
The MOT on V40 SPT is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V40 SPT done?
V40 SPT was recorded at 83,818 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 3,186 miles a year.
Has V40 SPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V40 SPT has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on V40 SPT 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 SPT find?
V40 SPT passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 3 more.

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