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Volvo V40

Beige · Petrol · 2001 · 1,783 cc

Y253 JTAMOT history

Y253 JTA is a beige petrol Volvo V40 first used on 19 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 24 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 94,671 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 24 May 2025
Mileage
94,671 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2024
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,956 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y253 JTA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,783 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 May 2025
Latest MOT test
23 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y253 JTA was last recorded at 94,671 miles on 23 May 2024, 5,881 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,790 miles · 17 May 2023
Between the last two tests
5,881 miles
Average per year
3,956 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 94,671 miles
  • 2023 – 88,790 miles
  • 2022 – 83,401 miles
  • 2021 – 77,303 miles
  • 2020 – 74,377 miles
  • 2019 – 68,978 miles
  • 2018 – 61,449 miles
  • 2017 – 54,054 miles
  • 2016 – 44,775 miles
  • 2015 – 44,760 miles
  • 2014 – 44,586 miles
  • 2013 – 43,507 miles
  • 2012 – 42,167 miles
  • 2011 – 40,484 miles
  • 2010 – 38,535 miles
  • 2009 – 36,439 miles
  • 2008 – 30,552 miles
  • 2007 – 27,102 miles
  • 2006 – 22,923 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,671 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s & o/s

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass94,671 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2025
    Odometer
    94,671 miles
    Test number
    888236439997
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail94,671 miles (+5,881)1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,671 miles
    Test number
    126023587082
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass88,790 miles (+5,389)5 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    88,790 miles
    Test number
    161403088142
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass83,401 miles (+4)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    83,401 miles
    Test number
    451575520149
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Fail83,397 miles (+6,094)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,397 miles
    Test number
    324602744091
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass77,303 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2022
    Odometer
    77,303 miles
    Test number
    626706843062
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear end of both floor chassis rails corroded

  7. Fail77,303 miles (+2,926)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,303 miles
    Test number
    993842219799
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear end of both floor chassis rails corroded

  8. Pass74,377 miles (+28)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    74,377 miles
    Test number
    164274047373
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail74,349 miles (+5,371)3 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,349 miles
    Test number
    430195999614
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass68,978 miles (+178)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    68,978 miles
    Test number
    141846252627
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust joint corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear floor corroded but outside of any prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail68,800 miles (+7,351)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,800 miles
    Test number
    200231779179
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust joint corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear floor corroded but outside of any prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass61,449 miles (+44)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    61,449 miles
    Test number
    161127952686
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail61,405 miles (+7,351)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,405 miles
    Test number
    496443878922
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront 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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass54,054 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    54,054 miles
    Test number
    837980093362
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Fail54,054 miles (+9,279)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,054 miles
    Test number
    408464394400
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  16. Pass44,775 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    44,775 miles
    Test number
    957544792972
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear chassis has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass44,760 miles (+174)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    44,760 miles
    Test number
    578080225113
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteFront-to-rear-brake-pipes-slightly-corroded
    • NoteRear-brake-disc-covers-o/side-n/side-slightly-corroed

  18. Pass44,586 miles (+1,079)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    44,586 miles
    Test number
    208036704181
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s rear chassis corroded

  19. Pass43,507 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    43,507 miles
    Test number
    215589013174
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  20. Fail43,507 miles (+1,340)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,507 miles
    Test number
    979965113109
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass42,167 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    42,167 miles
    Test number
    727784412167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Fail42,167 miles (+1,683)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,167 miles
    Test number
    575230412159
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass40,484 miles (+1,949)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    40,484 miles
    Test number
    195008401174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,535 miles (+2,096)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    38,535 miles
    Test number
    990768790069
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  25. Pass36,439 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    36,439 miles
    Test number
    274690219499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail36,424 miles (+5,872)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,424 miles
    Test number
    261236809418
    • FailureFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass30,552 miles (+3,450)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    30,552 miles
    Test number
    421185998070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass27,102 miles (+4,179)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    27,102 miles
    Test number
    980584597009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass22,923 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    22,923 miles
    Test number
    744273196045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y253 JTA

Does Y253 JTA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y253 JTA expired on 24 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y253 JTA?
The MOT on Y253 JTA expired on 24 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y253 JTA done?
Y253 JTA was recorded at 94,671 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2024, an average of 3,956 miles a year.
Has Y253 JTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y253 JTA has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2024.
Has the mileage on Y253 JTA 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 Y253 JTA find?
Y253 JTA passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2024 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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