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Volvo V40

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,834 cc

V723 MGCMOT history

V723 MGC is a silver petrol Volvo V40 first used on 1 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 83,401 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Nov 2023
Mileage
83,401 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2022
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,565 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V723 MGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,834 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V723 MGC was last recorded at 83,401 miles on 3 Nov 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,401 miles · 2 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,565 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 83,401 miles
  • 2021 – 82,098 miles
  • 2020 – 79,020 miles
  • 2019 – 77,411 miles
  • 2018 – 75,792 miles
  • 2017 – 71,792 miles
  • 2016 – 66,024 miles
  • 2015 – 60,609 miles
  • 2014 – 55,231 miles
  • 2013 – 50,065 miles
  • 2012 – 45,773 miles
  • 2011 – 41,506 miles
  • 2010 – 35,569 miles
  • 2009 – 32,161 miles
  • 2008 – 28,985 miles
  • 2007 – 26,201 miles
  • 2005 – 23,328 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,401 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 28 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,401 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    83,401 miles
    Test number
    625304159197
    • 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))

  2. Fail83,401 miles (+1,303)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,401 miles
    Test number
    921036680115
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  3. Pass82,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    82,098 miles
    Test number
    610859483062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail82,098 miles (+3,078)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,098 miles
    Test number
    312311266485
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass79,020 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    79,020 miles
    Test number
    838491677537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail79,010 miles (+1,599)3 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,010 miles
    Test number
    350788729555
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  7. Pass77,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    77,411 miles
    Test number
    761838228443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail77,411 miles (+1,619)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,411 miles
    Test number
    636515921198
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  9. Pass75,792 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    75,792 miles
    Test number
    437716850560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail75,767 miles (+3,975)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,767 miles
    Test number
    474892077848
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass71,792 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    71,792 miles
    Test number
    512644013684
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail71,774 miles (+5,750)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,774 miles
    Test number
    302313129310
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass66,024 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    66,024 miles
    Test number
    899393338649
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail66,024 miles (+5,415)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,024 miles
    Test number
    587630126246
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass60,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    60,609 miles
    Test number
    109460102500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail60,609 miles (+5,378)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,609 miles
    Test number
    900307350726
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass55,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    55,231 miles
    Test number
    468443834307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail55,231 miles (+5,166)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,231 miles
    Test number
    737866424320
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass50,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    50,065 miles
    Test number
    699221633304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail50,065 miles (+4,292)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,065 miles
    Test number
    488610133486
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass45,773 miles (+13)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    45,773 miles
    Test number
    916155132311
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteRear numberplate delaminating

  22. Fail45,760 miles (+4,254)1 dangerous4 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,760 miles
    Test number
    789534032315
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteRear numberplate delaminating

  23. Pass41,506 miles (+5,937)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    41,506 miles
    Test number
    286212231379
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass35,569 miles (+3,408)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    35,569 miles
    Test number
    884972620053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Fail32,161 miles7 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,161 miles
    Test number
    370176229089
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass32,161 miles (+3,176)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    32,161 miles
    Test number
    550456029046
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass28,985 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    28,985 miles
    Test number
    234955928052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail28,976 miles (+2,775)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,976 miles
    Test number
    174563528476
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass26,201 miles (+2,873)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    26,201 miles
    Test number
    400978907068
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  30. Pass23,328 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    23,328 miles
    Test number
    633682265355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V723 MGC

Does V723 MGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V723 MGC expired on 21 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V723 MGC?
The MOT on V723 MGC expired on 21 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V723 MGC done?
V723 MGC was recorded at 83,401 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2022, an average of 3,565 miles a year.
Has V723 MGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V723 MGC has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on V723 MGC 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 V723 MGC find?
V723 MGC passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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