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Volvo S40

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,588 cc

Y251 PEVMOT history

Y251 PEV is a black petrol Volvo S40 first used on 10 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 117,925 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jan 2027
Mileage
117,925 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,611 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y251 PEV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,588 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y251 PEV was last recorded at 117,925 miles on 7 Jan 2026, 11,178 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,747 miles · 7 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
11,178 miles
Average per year
4,611 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,925 miles
  • 2025 – 106,747 miles
  • 2023 – 106,247 miles
  • 2022 – 105,681 miles
  • 2021 – 104,990 miles
  • 2020 – 104,198 miles
  • 2019 – 102,343 miles
  • 2018 – 99,319 miles
  • 2017 – 93,570 miles
  • 2016 – 87,305 miles
  • 2015 – 80,867 miles
  • 2014 – 72,800 miles
  • 2013 – 67,041 miles
  • 2012 – 59,942 miles
  • 2011 – 52,121 miles
  • 2010 – 45,737 miles
  • 2009 – 36,940 miles
  • 2008 – 33,777 miles
  • 2007 – 31,106 miles
  • 2006 – 26,719 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,925 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018

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 Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor6 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor6 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,925 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    117,925 miles
    Test number
    833073282750
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail117,917 miles (+11,170)1 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,917 miles
    Test number
    661701838956
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass106,747 miles (+500)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    106,747 miles
    Test number
    387818204292
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass106,247 miles (+23)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    106,247 miles
    Test number
    348990422098
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Fail106,224 miles (+543)2 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,224 miles
    Test number
    134596157470
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Pass105,681 miles4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    105,681 miles
    Test number
    643143403004
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail105,681 miles (+691)1 dangerous2 major4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,681 miles
    Test number
    294682772135
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working Both wiper arms not moving because of the offside front wiper arm bent and caught under bonnet. (3.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass104,990 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    104,990 miles
    Test number
    864568677087
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail104,990 miles (+792)2 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,990 miles
    Test number
    247034357906
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass104,198 miles (+1,855)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    104,198 miles
    Test number
    568528739616
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass102,343 miles (+3,024)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    102,343 miles
    Test number
    106070758505
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass99,319 miles (+5,749)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    99,319 miles
    Test number
    162653241765
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight leak from gear box. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake lever high travel.

  13. Pass93,570 miles (+6,265)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    93,570 miles
    Test number
    396548563902
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass87,305 miles (+6,438)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    87,305 miles
    Test number
    520796044391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both edges (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass80,867 miles (+8,067)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    80,867 miles
    Test number
    381653496771
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass72,800 miles (+5,759)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    72,800 miles
    Test number
    437247834491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteOffside plate light deteriorated

  17. Pass67,041 miles (+7,099)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    67,041 miles
    Test number
    326731033318
    • NoteBoth front brake calipers damp.

  18. Fail59,942 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,942 miles
    Test number
    446598932369
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass59,942 miles (+7,821)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    59,942 miles
    Test number
    496188432465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail52,121 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,121 miles
    Test number
    616669231376
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass52,121 miles (+6,384)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    52,121 miles
    Test number
    958369331322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass45,737 miles (+8,797)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    45,737 miles
    Test number
    410530240496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,940 miles (+3,163)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    36,940 miles
    Test number
    594216889024
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear inner tail light not working

  24. Pass33,777 miles (+2,671)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    33,777 miles
    Test number
    662481498008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,106 miles (+4,387)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    31,106 miles
    Test number
    994084097022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    26,719 miles
    Test number
    323857286099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y251 PEV

Does Y251 PEV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y251 PEV is valid until 6 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y251 PEV?
The MOT on Y251 PEV is valid until 6 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y251 PEV done?
Y251 PEV was recorded at 117,925 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2026, an average of 4,611 miles a year.
Has Y251 PEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y251 PEV has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y251 PEV 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 Y251 PEV find?
Y251 PEV passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2026 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 2 more.

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