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Volvo S40

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,588 cc

V635 FRVMOT history

V635 FRV is a blue petrol Volvo S40 first used on 29 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 116,944 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2026
Mileage
116,944 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,582 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V635 FRV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,588 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

V635 FRV was last recorded at 116,944 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 18,729 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Sept 2015: 61,770 miles, lower than 65,925 miles on 10 Sept 2014.

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
98,215 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
18,729 miles
Average per year
3,582 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,944 miles
  • 2025 – 98,215 miles
  • 2024 – 86,104 miles
  • 2023 – 75,883 miles
  • 2022 – 73,150 miles
  • 2021 – 72,992 miles
  • 2020 – 72,680 miles
  • 2019 – 71,749 miles
  • 2018 – 70,677 miles
  • 2017 – 70,163 miles
  • 2016 – 69,092 miles
  • 2015 – 61,770 miles
  • 2014 – 65,925 miles
  • 2013 – 64,343 miles
  • 2012 – 62,564 miles
  • 2011 – 60,781 miles
  • 2010 – 58,074 miles
  • 2009 – 56,652 miles
  • 2008 – 53,950 miles
  • 2007 – 50,000 miles
  • 2006 – 44,859 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail116,944 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system To rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick off to right (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Engine covers

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Plastic sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Rear brake hose metal ends corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Under trays

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail116,944 miles (+18,729)2 dangerous5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,944 miles
    Test number
    636002975552
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system To rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick off to right (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass98,215 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    98,215 miles
    Test number
    554860710703
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexible pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexible pipe (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail98,215 miles (+12,111)2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,215 miles
    Test number
    330617365437
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexible pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexible pipe (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass86,104 miles (+10,221)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    86,104 miles
    Test number
    570359697027
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread depth 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Top mount noisy with wheels hanging when turned
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass75,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    75,883 miles
    Test number
    617095740122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail75,883 miles (+2,733)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,883 miles
    Test number
    573393045506
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass73,150 miles (+158)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    73,150 miles
    Test number
    357930494804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass72,992 miles (+312)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    72,992 miles
    Test number
    667770063989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,680 miles (+931)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    72,680 miles
    Test number
    811878914850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass71,749 miles (+1,072)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    71,749 miles
    Test number
    788514077982
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Pass70,677 miles (+514)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    70,677 miles
    Test number
    986286503614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,163 miles (+1,071)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    70,163 miles
    Test number
    344626046524
    • AdvisoryAll brake hose metal ends showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes showing surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing
    • AdvisoryPlastic sills fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass69,092 miles (+7,322)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    69,092 miles
    Test number
    336710556228
    • AdvisoryEngine covers
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing low at 3mm
    • AdvisoryPlastic sills
    • AdvisoryRear brake hose metal ends corroded
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on front to rear brake pipes
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  14. Pass61,770 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    61,770 miles
    Test number
    969739325731
    • AdvisoryEngine covers
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipe showing surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryN/s inner drive shaft seal oil misting
    • AdvisoryPlastic sills
    • AdvisoryRear brake hose metal ends corroded
    • AdvisoryRear discs heavily lipped around edges
    • AdvisoryRear pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  15. Fail61,770 miles (-4,155)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,770 miles
    Test number
    903965011806
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not working n/s/s side light in-op (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipe showing surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryN/s inner drive shaft seal oil misting
    • AdvisoryPlastic sills
    • AdvisoryRear brake hose metal ends corroded
    • AdvisoryRear discs heavily lipped around edges
    • AdvisoryRear pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  16. Pass65,925 miles (+1,582)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    65,925 miles
    Test number
    575973454267
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipes at rear showing corrosion
    • NoteN/s inner drive shaft seal showing oil misting
    • NotePlastic sills
    • NoteRear brake hose metal ends corroded

  17. Pass64,343 miles (+1,779)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    64,343 miles
    Test number
    596890963296
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll discs showing lipping around edges
    • NoteN/s inner drive shaft seal showing oil misting
    • NoteOveraxle exhaust flange corroded
    • NotePlastic sills
    • NoteRear brake hose metal ends showing corrosion
    • NoteTop engine mount showing wear

  18. Pass62,564 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    62,564 miles
    Test number
    148275952214
    • NoteAll discs showing lipping around edges
    • NoteOver axle exhaust flange corroded
    • NoteRear brake hose metal ends showing corrosion
    • NoteRear pads wearing low
    • NoteRear tyres wearing low o/s/r at 2.0mm-3.0mm n/s/r at 1.6mm-2.0mm

  19. Fail62,564 miles (+1,783)1 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,564 miles
    Test number
    317185852220
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteAll discs showing lipping around edges
    • NoteOver axle exhaust flange corroded
    • NoteRear brake hose metal ends showing corrosion
    • NoteRear pads wearing low
    • NoteRear tyres wearing low o/s/r at 2.0mm-3.0mm n/s/r at 1.6mm-2.0mm

  20. Pass60,781 miles (+2,707)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    60,781 miles
    Test number
    725373041228
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs worn
    • NoteN/s/r tyre 2mm

  21. Pass58,074 miles (+1,422)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    58,074 miles
    Test number
    154930640264
    • NoteMinor chips in windscreen
    • NoteSlight lipping on all discs edges
    • NoteSurface cracks in front brake hoses

  22. Pass56,652 miles (+2,702)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    56,652 miles
    Test number
    534255759254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass53,950 miles (+3,950)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    53,950 miles
    Test number
    124516558232
    • NoteChips in windscreen
    • NoteFront discs showing lipping on edges
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteOver axle exhaust join showing corrosion

  24. Pass50,000 miles (+5,141)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    50,000 miles
    Test number
    914970067287
    • NoteFront tyres at 3mm
    • NoteSmall chips in windscreen

  25. Pass44,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    44,859 miles
    Test number
    404790156255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V635 FRV

Does V635 FRV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V635 FRV expired on 13 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V635 FRV?
The MOT on V635 FRV expired on 13 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V635 FRV done?
V635 FRV was recorded at 116,944 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 3,582 miles a year.
Has V635 FRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V635 FRV has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on V635 FRV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Sept 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V635 FRV find?
V635 FRV failed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 2 dangerous defects, 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system to rear; nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; brake performance unable to be tested, and 8 more.

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