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Volvo V40

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,948 cc

Y261 RBEMOT history

Y261 RBE is a black petrol Volvo V40 first used on 22 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 7 Feb 2025 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 177,540 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Feb 2025
Mileage
177,540 mi
At MOT on 8 Feb 2024
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
8,162 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y261 RBE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,948 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y261 RBE was last recorded at 177,540 miles on 8 Feb 2024, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,534 miles · 7 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
8,162 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 177,540 miles
  • 2023 – 171,214 miles
  • 2022 – 162,812 miles
  • 2021 – 154,474 miles
  • 2020 – 149,182 miles
  • 2019 – 141,081 miles
  • 2018 – 131,957 miles
  • 2017 – 121,924 miles
  • 2016 – 112,539 miles
  • 2015 – 102,218 miles
  • 2014 – 90,330 miles
  • 2013 – 80,042 miles
  • 2012 – 69,415 miles
  • 2011 – 57,572 miles
  • 2010 – 53,618 miles
  • 2009 – 48,508 miles
  • 2008 – 42,392 miles
  • 2007 – 37,092 miles
  • 2006 – 31,302 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,540 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and n/s/r (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and n/s/r upper

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front and rear suspension has general corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,540 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    177,540 miles
    Test number
    240452452589
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and n/s/r (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail177,534 miles (+6,320)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,534 miles
    Test number
    111942706515
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and n/s/r (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass171,214 miles (+66)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    171,214 miles
    Test number
    690092572275
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and n/s/r upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail171,148 miles (+8,336)1 dangerous6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,148 miles
    Test number
    504741312399
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and n/s/r upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass162,812 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    162,812 miles
    Test number
    319104973445
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail162,812 miles (+8,338)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,812 miles
    Test number
    546063936019
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass154,474 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    154,474 miles
    Test number
    521055304302
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension has general corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder body has general corrosion

  8. Fail154,474 miles (+5,292)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,474 miles
    Test number
    549645453775
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension has general corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder body has general corrosion

  9. Pass149,182 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    149,182 miles
    Test number
    345574276430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  10. Fail149,173 miles (+8,092)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,173 miles
    Test number
    387701048381
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front nailed

  11. Pass141,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    141,081 miles
    Test number
    926557026927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail141,081 miles (+9,124)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,081 miles
    Test number
    855342303216
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass131,957 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    131,957 miles
    Test number
    253911428623
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  14. Fail131,953 miles (+10,029)1 dangerous5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,953 miles
    Test number
    895627123760
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass121,924 miles (+9,385)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    121,924 miles
    Test number
    563289081633
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r door not opening from out side handle

  16. Pass112,539 miles (+10,321)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    112,539 miles
    Test number
    606062311625
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake pad worn low

  17. Pass102,218 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    102,218 miles
    Test number
    989434315035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail102,199 miles (+11,869)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,199 miles
    Test number
    215643315079
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake pipes corroded

  19. Pass90,330 miles (+111)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    90,330 miles
    Test number
    416894714084
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteO/S/R tyre worn unevenly
    • NoteBrake pipes have corrosion

  20. Fail90,219 miles (+10,177)5 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,219 miles
    Test number
    917659604018
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteO/S/R tyre worn unevenly
    • NoteBrake pipes have corrosion

  21. Pass80,042 miles (+10,627)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    80,042 miles
    Test number
    148697103498
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake pipes have corrosion
    • NoteExhaust has corrosion

  22. Pass69,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    69,415 miles
    Test number
    747724402052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail69,415 miles (+11,843)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,415 miles
    Test number
    939453902099
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail57,572 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,572 miles
    Test number
    159564201090
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass57,572 miles (+3,954)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    57,572 miles
    Test number
    587474601073
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass53,618 miles (+5,110)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    53,618 miles
    Test number
    794145080024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail48,508 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,508 miles
    Test number
    304448779099
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteRear numberplate distorted

  28. Pass48,508 miles (+6,116)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    48,508 miles
    Test number
    933388879004
    • NoteRear numberplate distorted

  29. Pass42,392 miles (+5,300)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    42,392 miles
    Test number
    122723968468
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  30. Pass37,092 miles (+5,790)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    37,092 miles
    Test number
    163508667037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass31,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    31,302 miles
    Test number
    141449366046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y261 RBE

Does Y261 RBE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y261 RBE expired on 7 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y261 RBE?
The MOT on Y261 RBE expired on 7 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y261 RBE done?
Y261 RBE was recorded at 177,540 miles at its MOT on 8 Feb 2024, an average of 8,162 miles a year.
Has Y261 RBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y261 RBE has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on Y261 RBE 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 Y261 RBE find?
Y261 RBE passed its latest MOT on 8 Feb 2024 with 2 advisories: offside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and n/s/r; oil leak, but not excessive.

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