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Volvo S40

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,588 cc

Y256 VGBMOT history

Y256 VGB is a silver petrol Volvo S40 first used on 23 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 Jun 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 74,575 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Jun 2026
Mileage
74,575 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,067 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y256 VGB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,588 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y256 VGB was last recorded at 74,575 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 10,458 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,117 miles · 13 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
10,458 miles
Average per year
2,067 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,575 miles
  • 2025 – 64,117 miles
  • 2024 – 62,764 miles
  • 2023 – 62,535 miles
  • 2022 – 62,173 miles
  • 2021 – 61,824 miles
  • 2020 – 61,593 miles
  • 2019 – 60,752 miles
  • 2018 – 59,693 miles
  • 2017 – 58,797 miles
  • 2016 – 57,538 miles
  • 2015 – 56,443 miles
  • 2014 – 54,974 miles
  • 2013 – 53,650 miles
  • 2012 – 52,116 miles
  • 2011 – 50,383 miles
  • 2010 – 48,670 miles
  • 2009 – 46,370 miles
  • 2008 – 43,886 miles
  • 2007 – 37,900 miles
  • 2006 – 32,707 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail74,575 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail74,575 miles (+10,458)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,575 miles
    Test number
    164325846795
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass64,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    64,117 miles
    Test number
    630101741597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail64,110 miles (+1,346)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,110 miles
    Test number
    606351656028
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass62,764 miles (+20)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    62,764 miles
    Test number
    435576889609
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail62,744 miles (+209)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,744 miles
    Test number
    750981450232
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass62,535 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    62,535 miles
    Test number
    382955355283
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail62,534 miles (+361)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,534 miles
    Test number
    829134311123
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass62,173 miles (+349)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    62,173 miles
    Test number
    121866535049
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass61,824 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    61,824 miles
    Test number
    293371589753
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail61,824 miles (+231)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,824 miles
    Test number
    424300137970
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass61,593 miles (+841)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    61,593 miles
    Test number
    441750023493
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  12. Pass60,752 miles (+1,059)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    60,752 miles
    Test number
    513896705671
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front & rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass59,693 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    59,693 miles
    Test number
    264099986083
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail59,693 miles (+896)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,693 miles
    Test number
    863731134398
    • FailureNearside Rear 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 Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass58,797 miles (+1,259)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    58,797 miles
    Test number
    878879903878
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass57,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    57,538 miles
    Test number
    865842084535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail57,538 miles (+1,095)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,538 miles
    Test number
    899787367251
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass56,443 miles (+1,469)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    56,443 miles
    Test number
    147217145499
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass54,974 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    54,974 miles
    Test number
    785016754089
    • NoteAll tyres cracking on edges

  20. Fail54,973 miles (+1,323)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,973 miles
    Test number
    896795054096
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteAll tyres cracking on edges

  21. Pass53,650 miles (+1,534)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    53,650 miles
    Test number
    698987653069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,116 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    52,116 miles
    Test number
    578809852099
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail52,116 miles (+1,733)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,116 miles
    Test number
    428619452014
    • FailureNearside Front 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 Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass50,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    50,383 miles
    Test number
    899000761000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail50,382 miles (+1,712)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,382 miles
    Test number
    577190561001
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  26. Pass48,670 miles (+2,300)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    48,670 miles
    Test number
    142871060492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass46,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    46,370 miles
    Test number
    531851669035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail46,370 miles (+2,484)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,370 miles
    Test number
    974211869096
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  29. Pass43,886 miles (+5,986)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    43,886 miles
    Test number
    224246368029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass37,900 miles (+5,193)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    37,900 miles
    Test number
    123966567430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass32,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    32,707 miles
    Test number
    183288166030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y256 VGB

Does Y256 VGB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y256 VGB expired on 12 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y256 VGB?
The MOT on Y256 VGB expired on 12 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y256 VGB done?
Y256 VGB was recorded at 74,575 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 2,067 miles a year.
Has Y256 VGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y256 VGB has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on Y256 VGB 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 Y256 VGB find?
Y256 VGB failed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects and 2 advisories: offside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill holed; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; nearside front headlamp light intensity severely reduced, and 4 more.

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