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Volvo V40

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,948 cc

Y285 YOHMOT history

Y285 YOH is a black petrol Volvo V40 first used on 20 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 10 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 192,403 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Nov 2023
Mileage
192,403 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,331 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y285 YOH
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
20 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y285 YOH was last recorded at 192,403 miles on 21 Oct 2022, 4,772 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,631 miles · 11 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
4,772 miles
Average per year
7,331 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 192,403 miles
  • 2021 – 187,631 miles
  • 2020 – 183,132 miles
  • 2019 – 174,194 miles
  • 2018 – 164,599 miles
  • 2017 – 161,788 miles
  • 2016 – 156,512 miles
  • 2015 – 146,010 miles
  • 2014 – 134,868 miles
  • 2013 – 131,183 miles
  • 2012 – 127,191 miles
  • 2011 – 121,985 miles
  • 2010 – 113,971 miles
  • 2009 – 103,142 miles
  • 2008 – 93,870 miles
  • 2007 – 83,123 miles
  • 2006 – 72,902 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass192,403 miles
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity damaged (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryN/s/f wing corroded

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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass192,403 miles (+4,772)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    192,403 miles
    Test number
    211573989706
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity damaged (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f wing corroded

  2. Pass187,631 miles (+4,499)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    187,631 miles
    Test number
    354440124797
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective chipped (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass183,132 miles (+195)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    183,132 miles
    Test number
    551979557869
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail182,937 miles (+8,743)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,937 miles
    Test number
    173464549030
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing near strut top (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass174,194 miles (+75)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    174,194 miles
    Test number
    226781698661
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded at rear

  6. Fail174,119 miles (+9,520)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,119 miles
    Test number
    747672761212
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded at rear

  7. Pass164,599 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    164,599 miles
    Test number
    375393913166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished also worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Fail164,599 miles (+2,811)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,599 miles
    Test number
    952316848314
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished also worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass161,788 miles (+5,276)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    161,788 miles
    Test number
    925336667289
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre starting to perish in between treads
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass156,512 miles (+10,502)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    156,512 miles
    Test number
    604509279147
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass146,010 miles (+11,142)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    146,010 miles
    Test number
    376377985119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass134,868 miles (+3,685)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    134,868 miles
    Test number
    208929584171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass131,183 miles (+3,992)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    131,183 miles
    Test number
    869884483154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass127,191 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    127,191 miles
    Test number
    778471982133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. FailMileage not read2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    976809772188
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass121,985 miles (+8,014)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    121,985 miles
    Test number
    926324971179
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc scored and corroded!

  17. Pass113,971 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    113,971 miles
    Test number
    551803780155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail113,970 miles (+10,828)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,970 miles
    Test number
    452043580177
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass103,142 miles (+9,272)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    103,142 miles
    Test number
    902773279138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront /rear no plates deterating

  20. Pass93,870 miles (+10,747)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    93,870 miles
    Test number
    740989278136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass83,123 miles (+10,221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    83,123 miles
    Test number
    291807677458
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass72,902 miles (+148)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    72,902 miles
    Test number
    711098886198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail72,754 miles1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,754 miles
    Test number
    720727076185
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Questions about Y285 YOH

Does Y285 YOH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y285 YOH expired on 10 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y285 YOH?
The MOT on Y285 YOH expired on 10 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y285 YOH done?
Y285 YOH was recorded at 192,403 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2022, an average of 7,331 miles a year.
Has Y285 YOH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y285 YOH has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on Y285 YOH 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 Y285 YOH find?
Y285 YOH passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2022 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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