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Volvo S40

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,588 cc

Y231 AGCMOT history

Y231 AGC is a blue petrol Volvo S40 first used on 29 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 1 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 50,990 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Dec 2026
Mileage
50,990 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,551 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y231 AGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,588 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y231 AGC was last recorded at 50,990 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 1,260 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,730 miles · 17 May 2024
Between the last two tests
1,260 miles
Average per year
1,551 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 50,990 miles
  • 2024 – 49,730 miles
  • 2023 – 48,214 miles
  • 2021 – 47,152 miles
  • 2020 – 45,888 miles
  • 2019 – 42,743 miles
  • 2018 – 40,511 miles
  • 2017 – 38,434 miles
  • 2016 – 37,132 miles
  • 2015 – 36,204 miles
  • 2014 – 34,843 miles
  • 2013 – 33,699 miles
  • 2012 – 32,314 miles
  • 2010 – 30,261 miles
  • 2008 – 26,371 miles
  • 2007 – 24,301 miles
  • 2006 – 20,485 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,990 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under body
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread cracks

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear discs slightly pitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Severely cracking both sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S/R slightly thinner than O/S/R

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Front Upper metallic air pipe broken behind engine block

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres cracking in tread area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,990 miles (+1,260)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    50,990 miles
    Test number
    274708315135
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under body
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass49,730 miles (+1,516)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    49,730 miles
    Test number
    240947639390
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil at minimum
    • AdvisoryFront Bonnet hard to close securely
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing O/S/F and O/S/R tyres cracking (O/S/R tyre over 10 years old) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass48,214 miles (+4)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    48,214 miles
    Test number
    288840452618
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Severely cracking both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear discs slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S/R slightly thinner than O/S/R (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail48,210 miles (+1,058)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,210 miles
    Test number
    891900248047
    • MajorFront Brake hose excessively chafed Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both rear reg lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Severely cracking both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear discs slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S/R slightly thinner than O/S/R (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass47,152 miles (+1,264)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    47,152 miles
    Test number
    210068027631
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass45,888 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    45,888 miles
    Test number
    923167699695
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper metallic air pipe broken behind engine block
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres cracking in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Side wall slightly bulged
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured Both side repeaters (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Fail45,878 miles (+3,135)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,878 miles
    Test number
    185393651656
    • MajorFront Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both reg lamps inop (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper metallic air pipe broken behind engine block
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres cracking in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Side wall slightly bulged
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured Both side repeaters (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass42,743 miles (+2,232)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    42,743 miles
    Test number
    914223944446
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management mil light on dash
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test Interior mirror
    • AdvisoryOil level at minimum
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured Both sides on the wing of body (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass40,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    40,511 miles
    Test number
    777926753126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail40,511 miles (+2,077)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,511 miles
    Test number
    341754810665
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s wiper blade split, both wipers replaced (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass38,434 miles (+1,302)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    38,434 miles
    Test number
    491931055304
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Pass37,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    37,132 miles
    Test number
    749584505997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail37,132 miles (+928)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,132 miles
    Test number
    111443738059
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass36,204 miles (+1,361)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    36,204 miles
    Test number
    527222405265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,843 miles (+1,144)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    34,843 miles
    Test number
    386802204227
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass33,699 miles (+27)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    33,699 miles
    Test number
    117688953125
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteBodywork damage to boot
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades split
    • NoteService light on
    • NoteSome o/s/f service brake judder

  17. Fail33,672 miles (+1,358)8 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,672 miles
    Test number
    226832753466
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteBodywork damage to boot
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades split
    • NoteService light on
    • NoteSome o/s/f service brake judder

  18. Pass32,314 miles (+2,053)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    32,314 miles
    Test number
    746173852111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    30,261 miles
    Test number
    332264030340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail30,261 miles (+3,890)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,261 miles
    Test number
    823764530330
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass26,371 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    26,371 miles
    Test number
    780093588246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail26,362 miles (+2,061)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,362 miles
    Test number
    360486278288
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall damaged (no cords exposed)

  23. Pass24,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    24,301 miles
    Test number
    302454777421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail24,301 miles (+3,816)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,301 miles
    Test number
    940074477284
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  25. Pass20,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    20,485 miles
    Test number
    570213296074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y231 AGC

Does Y231 AGC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y231 AGC is valid until 1 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y231 AGC?
The MOT on Y231 AGC is valid until 1 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y231 AGC done?
Y231 AGC was recorded at 50,990 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 1,551 miles a year.
Has Y231 AGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y231 AGC has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on Y231 AGC 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 Y231 AGC find?
Y231 AGC passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; general corrosion under body; oil leak, but not excessive.

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