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Volvo V40

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,948 cc

X52 NGSMOT history

X52 NGS is a blue petrol Volvo V40 first used on 31 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 168,647 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
168,647 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,349 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X52 NGS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,948 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X52 NGS was last recorded at 168,647 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 1,559 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,088 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,559 miles
Average per year
5,349 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,647 miles
  • 2025 – 167,088 miles
  • 2024 – 165,443 miles
  • 2023 – 162,689 miles
  • 2022 – 160,850 miles
  • 2021 – 157,846 miles
  • 2020 – 154,664 miles
  • 2019 – 151,689 miles
  • 2018 – 146,531 miles
  • 2017 – 141,133 miles
  • 2016 – 134,195 miles
  • 2015 – 128,494 miles
  • 2014 – 124,943 miles
  • 2013 – 119,137 miles
  • 2012 – 111,110 miles
  • 2011 – 104,050 miles
  • 2009 – 87,959 miles
  • 2008 – 78,671 miles
  • 2007 – 68,684 miles
  • 2006 – 60,276 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,647 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Eml light on

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass168,647 miles (+1,559)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    168,647 miles
    Test number
    540878371481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass167,088 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    167,088 miles
    Test number
    287874845126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail167,086 miles (+1,643)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,086 miles
    Test number
    827208788721
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture rear end of front to rear brake pipe behind fuel tank; brake pipe leaking. (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system BRAKE FAILURE IMMINENT. (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass165,443 miles (+2,754)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    165,443 miles
    Test number
    550654115330
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass162,689 miles (+1,839)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    162,689 miles
    Test number
    631267009907
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  6. Pass160,850 miles (+45)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    160,850 miles
    Test number
    382100014636
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  7. Fail160,805 miles (+2,959)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,805 miles
    Test number
    352323507198
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  8. Pass157,846 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    157,846 miles
    Test number
    410368541961
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail157,842 miles (+3,178)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,842 miles
    Test number
    597751588319
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake lever not on stop

  10. Pass154,664 miles (+2,975)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    154,664 miles
    Test number
    697026685618
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass151,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    151,689 miles
    Test number
    242008718592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail151,686 miles (+5,155)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,686 miles
    Test number
    488282820666
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass146,531 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    146,531 miles
    Test number
    327783383316
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail146,528 miles (+5,395)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,528 miles
    Test number
    228501414935
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass141,133 miles (+6,938)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    141,133 miles
    Test number
    217943554055
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass134,195 miles (+5,701)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    134,195 miles
    Test number
    448285405383
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass128,494 miles (+122)3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    128,494 miles
    Test number
    987858545173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCentre - rear exhaust sealing joint heavly corroded & deteriorating.
    • NoteCentre exhaust box deteriortaing.
    • NoteEngine management light on.
    • NoteFront windscreen damaged within swept area, but not affecting drivers view.
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOuter body sill covers fitted, not allowing full inspection.

  18. Fail128,372 miles (+3,429)7 failures3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,372 miles
    Test number
    158030445143
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCentre - rear exhaust sealing joint heavly corroded & deteriorating.
    • NoteCentre exhaust box deteriortaing.
    • NoteEngine management light on.
    • NoteFront windscreen damaged within swept area, but not affecting drivers view.
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOuter body sill covers fitted, not allowing full inspection.

  19. Pass124,943 miles (+22)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    124,943 miles
    Test number
    125182694127
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  20. Fail124,921 miles (+5,784)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,921 miles
    Test number
    565379784187
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  21. Pass119,137 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    119,137 miles
    Test number
    927234583199
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/S/R TYRE INNER WALL ON TYRE CRACKED

  22. Fail119,137 miles (+8,027)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,137 miles
    Test number
    599738473180
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/S/R TYRE INNER WALL ON TYRE CRACKED

  23. Pass111,110 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    111,110 miles
    Test number
    239859772402
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Fail111,110 miles (+7,060)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,110 miles
    Test number
    119667172187
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass104,050 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    104,050 miles
    Test number
    905661781168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail104,048 miles (+16,089)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,048 miles
    Test number
    947060881108
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  27. Pass87,959 miles (+9,288)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    87,959 miles
    Test number
    313147889138
    • AdvisoryPanhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass78,671 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    78,671 miles
    Test number
    681889678175
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  29. Fail78,671 miles (+9,987)6 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,671 miles
    Test number
    790739678185
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  30. Pass68,684 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    68,684 miles
    Test number
    214776277180
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  31. Fail68,684 miles (+8,408)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,684 miles
    Test number
    823906777182
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  32. Pass60,276 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    60,276 miles
    Test number
    320138176144
    • NoteRear brakes out of balance

Questions about X52 NGS

Does X52 NGS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X52 NGS is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X52 NGS?
The MOT on X52 NGS is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X52 NGS done?
X52 NGS was recorded at 168,647 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 5,349 miles a year.
Has X52 NGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X52 NGS has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on X52 NGS 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 X52 NGS find?
X52 NGS passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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