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Volvo V40

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,783 cc

Y238 VESMOT history

Y238 VES is a red petrol Volvo V40 first used on 23 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 125,120 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
125,120 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,057 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y238 VES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,783 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y238 VES was last recorded at 125,120 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 4,051 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,069 miles · 26 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,051 miles
Average per year
4,057 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,120 miles
  • 2025 – 121,069 miles
  • 2024 – 117,608 miles
  • 2023 – 114,061 miles
  • 2022 – 111,191 miles
  • 2021 – 108,676 miles
  • 2020 – 106,243 miles
  • 2019 – 103,280 miles
  • 2018 – 100,639 miles
  • 2017 – 96,772 miles
  • 2016 – 93,268 miles
  • 2015 – 89,395 miles
  • 2014 – 85,136 miles
  • 2013 – 80,928 miles
  • 2012 – 76,503 miles
  • 2011 – 72,533 miles
  • 2010 – 67,370 miles
  • 2009 – 62,116 miles
  • 2008 – 55,858 miles
  • 2007 – 49,812 miles
  • 2006 – 44,171 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,120 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    125,120 miles
    Test number
    625628598964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail125,115 miles (+4,046)4 dangerous1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,115 miles
    Test number
    969401230640
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass121,069 miles (+58)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    121,069 miles
    Test number
    284115087387
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail121,011 miles (+3,403)6 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,011 miles
    Test number
    588090844123
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass117,608 miles (+3,547)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    117,608 miles
    Test number
    172103468956
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  6. Pass114,061 miles (+2,870)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    114,061 miles
    Test number
    993711971733
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  7. Pass111,191 miles (+63)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    111,191 miles
    Test number
    874232587378
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  8. Fail111,128 miles (+2,452)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,128 miles
    Test number
    661994630518
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  9. Pass108,676 miles (+41)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    108,676 miles
    Test number
    649725353242
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  10. Fail108,635 miles (+2,392)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,635 miles
    Test number
    435486297727
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  11. Pass106,243 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    106,243 miles
    Test number
    424322850578
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  12. Fail106,243 miles (+2,963)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,243 miles
    Test number
    988225096405
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  13. Pass103,280 miles (+2,641)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    103,280 miles
    Test number
    546637452657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass100,639 miles (+3,867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    100,639 miles
    Test number
    907301877628
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  15. Pass96,772 miles (+3,504)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    96,772 miles
    Test number
    176292825804
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass93,268 miles (+3,873)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    93,268 miles
    Test number
    343691129714
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front and nearside rear seat belt slightly fluffed
    • AdvisoryOffside front drop link slight play in lower ball joint
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe damp
    • AdvisorySlight gear box oil leak

  17. Pass89,395 miles (+4,259)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    89,395 miles
    Test number
    268295245049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass85,136 miles (+4,208)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    85,136 miles
    Test number
    648229634019
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass80,928 miles (+4,425)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    80,928 miles
    Test number
    836759153083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass76,503 miles (+3,970)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    76,503 miles
    Test number
    318084152091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass72,533 miles (+5,163)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    72,533 miles
    Test number
    387198261052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass67,370 miles (+5,254)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    67,370 miles
    Test number
    374778170044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass62,116 miles (+6,258)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    62,116 miles
    Test number
    400346079023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  24. Pass55,858 miles (+6,046)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    55,858 miles
    Test number
    693313078082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass49,812 miles (+5,641)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    49,812 miles
    Test number
    511499777026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass44,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    44,171 miles
    Test number
    972675876065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y238 VES

Does Y238 VES currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y238 VES is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y238 VES?
The MOT on Y238 VES is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y238 VES done?
Y238 VES was recorded at 125,120 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 4,057 miles a year.
Has Y238 VES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y238 VES has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y238 VES 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 Y238 VES find?
Y238 VES passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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