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Volvo V40

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,588 cc

V71 LRNMOT history

V71 LRN is a red petrol Volvo V40 first used on 29 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 121,552 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Nov 2023
Mileage
121,552 mi
At MOT on 14 Dec 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,771 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V71 LRN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,588 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

V71 LRN was last recorded at 121,552 miles on 14 Dec 2023, 4,699 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,853 miles · 31 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
4,699 miles
Average per year
3,771 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 121,552 miles
  • 2022 – 116,853 miles
  • 2021 – 115,892 miles
  • 2020 – 114,990 miles
  • 2019 – 112,752 miles
  • 2018 – 109,969 miles
  • 2017 – 106,465 miles
  • 2016 – 103,339 miles
  • 2015 – 98,832 miles
  • 2014 – 94,571 miles
  • 2013 – 90,138 miles
  • 2012 – 86,370 miles
  • 2011 – 81,707 miles
  • 2010 – 76,927 miles
  • 2009 – 71,961 miles
  • 2008 – 67,480 miles
  • 2007 – 60,911 miles
  • 2006 – 55,141 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail121,552 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorRear Fuel pipe leaking pipe to tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2018

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail121,552 miles (+4,699)11 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,552 miles
    Test number
    897140541739
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Fuel pipe leaking pipe to tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass116,853 miles (+16)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    116,853 miles
    Test number
    245225085384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail116,837 miles (+945)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,837 miles
    Test number
    210236715557
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass115,892 miles (+902)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    115,892 miles
    Test number
    603679124105
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass114,990 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    114,990 miles
    Test number
    755918019313
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail114,990 miles (+2,238)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,990 miles
    Test number
    903366057450
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour bulb replaced (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour bulb replaced (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass112,752 miles (+25)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    112,752 miles
    Test number
    943218835641
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail112,727 miles (+2,758)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,727 miles
    Test number
    622613229315
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass109,969 miles (+71)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    109,969 miles
    Test number
    843903870477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Fail109,898 miles (+3,433)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,898 miles
    Test number
    587830065765
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass106,465 miles (+3,126)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2018
    Odometer
    106,465 miles
    Test number
    908250519454
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryJoint between rear and centre exhaust systems deteriorating

  12. Pass103,339 miles (+4,507)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    103,339 miles
    Test number
    301573849976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass98,832 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    98,832 miles
    Test number
    368635635177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail98,823 miles (+4,252)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,823 miles
    Test number
    127455535175
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass94,571 miles (+118)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    94,571 miles
    Test number
    948746134107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail94,453 miles (+4,315)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,453 miles
    Test number
    949099324124
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass90,138 miles (+3,768)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    90,138 miles
    Test number
    397273633162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass86,370 miles (+4,663)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    86,370 miles
    Test number
    488082132127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass81,707 miles (+4,780)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    81,707 miles
    Test number
    299946231128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass76,927 miles (+4,966)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    76,927 miles
    Test number
    774224820149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass71,961 miles (+4,481)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    71,961 miles
    Test number
    131821339119
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass67,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    67,480 miles
    Test number
    250792328413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail67,480 miles (+6,569)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,480 miles
    Test number
    720722028161
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass60,911 miles (+5,770)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    60,911 miles
    Test number
    681376437106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass55,141 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2007
    Odometer
    55,141 miles
    Test number
    360675426159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about V71 LRN

Does V71 LRN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V71 LRN expired on 24 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V71 LRN?
The MOT on V71 LRN expired on 24 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V71 LRN done?
V71 LRN was recorded at 121,552 miles at its MOT on 14 Dec 2023, an average of 3,771 miles a year.
Has V71 LRN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V71 LRN has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on V71 LRN 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 V71 LRN find?
V71 LRN failed its latest MOT on 14 Dec 2023 with 11 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint excessively worn, and 15 more.

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