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Volvo V40

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,783 cc

Y293 RLAMOT history

Y293 RLA is a silver petrol Volvo V40 first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 18 Jun 2023 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 102,772 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jun 2023
Mileage
102,772 mi
At MOT on 19 Jun 2023
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,357 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y293 RLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,783 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Jun 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y293 RLA was last recorded at 102,772 miles on 19 Jun 2023, 6,424 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,348 miles · 15 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
6,424 miles
Average per year
4,357 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 102,772 miles
  • 2022 – 96,348 miles
  • 2021 – 94,044 miles
  • 2020 – 93,132 miles
  • 2019 – 91,549 miles
  • 2018 – 89,917 miles
  • 2017 – 87,368 miles
  • 2016 – 84,222 miles
  • 2015 – 82,028 miles
  • 2014 – 80,232 miles
  • 2013 – 77,477 miles
  • 2012 – 72,889 miles
  • 2011 – 65,646 miles
  • 2010 – 58,325 miles
  • 2009 – 50,681 miles
  • 2008 – 43,496 miles
  • 2007 – 35,707 miles
  • 2006 – 27,173 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail102,772 miles
  • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
  • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Drivers sun visor can not be secured in upright position. (3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Direction indicator not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Coil spring worn fouling with body.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022

  • Engine noisy.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail102,772 miles (+6,424)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,772 miles
    Test number
    620184904091
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Drivers sun visor can not be secured in upright position. (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass96,348 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    96,348 miles
    Test number
    749689954807
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring worn fouling with body. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail96,347 miles (+215)2 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,347 miles
    Test number
    180451984356
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring worn fouling with body. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail96,132 miles (+2,088)1 dangerous6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,132 miles
    Test number
    379097588268
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to engine noise (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction sun visor cannot be stowed (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEml on

  5. Pass94,044 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    94,044 miles
    Test number
    139260306846
    • AdvisoryEngine noisy.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  6. Fail94,043 miles (+911)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,043 miles
    Test number
    744325585704
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine noisy.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Pass93,132 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    93,132 miles
    Test number
    701405186266
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering wheel slightly misaligned

  8. Fail93,131 miles (+1,582)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,131 miles
    Test number
    731549068461
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering wheel slightly misaligned

  9. Pass91,549 miles4 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    91,549 miles
    Test number
    775924864673
    • 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed passengers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch damaged and corrosion coming through (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower 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 drivers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoot full unable to inspect spare wheel
    • AdvisoryEngine noisy
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished but still tightens securely to lock position

  10. Fail91,549 miles (+1,632)5 major4 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,549 miles
    Test number
    230260624771
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed passengers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch damaged and corrosion coming through (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower 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 drivers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoot full unable to inspect spare wheel
    • AdvisoryEngine noisy
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished but still tightens securely to lock position

  11. Pass89,917 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    89,917 miles
    Test number
    221886301731
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output condensation (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre very low on air
    • AdvisoryEngine making a loud noise from the timing belt/tensioner/pulley

  12. Fail89,917 miles (+2,549)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,917 miles
    Test number
    944807494270
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output condensation (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre very low on air
    • AdvisoryEngine making a loud noise from the timing belt/tensioner/pulley

  13. Pass87,368 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    87,368 miles
    Test number
    101739648289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail87,367 miles (+3,145)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,367 miles
    Test number
    512485759648
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass84,222 miles (+2,194)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    84,222 miles
    Test number
    327694982848
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/65/15 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNoise from engine bay!

  16. Pass82,028 miles (+1,796)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    82,028 miles
    Test number
    885334255087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass80,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    80,232 miles
    Test number
    107995944451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail80,225 miles (+2,748)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,225 miles
    Test number
    949605744035
    • 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 Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass77,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    77,477 miles
    Test number
    405596643066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail77,477 miles (+4,588)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,477 miles
    Test number
    815416643037
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  21. Pass72,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    72,889 miles
    Test number
    187171452442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail72,889 miles (+7,243)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,889 miles
    Test number
    195131152084
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  23. Pass65,646 miles (+7,321)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    65,646 miles
    Test number
    105027521094
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass58,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    58,325 miles
    Test number
    720144730051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail58,325 miles (+7,644)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,325 miles
    Test number
    331164830034
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  26. Pass50,681 miles (+7,185)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    50,681 miles
    Test number
    731843939014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass43,496 miles (+7,789)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    43,496 miles
    Test number
    573959338020
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  28. Pass35,707 miles (+8,534)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    35,707 miles
    Test number
    174683847064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass27,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    27,173 miles
    Test number
    611621546066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y293 RLA

Does Y293 RLA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y293 RLA expired on 18 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y293 RLA?
The MOT on Y293 RLA expired on 18 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y293 RLA done?
Y293 RLA was recorded at 102,772 miles at its MOT on 19 Jun 2023, an average of 4,357 miles a year.
Has Y293 RLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y293 RLA has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on Y293 RLA 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 Y293 RLA find?
Y293 RLA failed its latest MOT on 19 Jun 2023 with 5 major defects and 2 advisories: brake fluid contaminated; driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction drivers sun visor can not be secured in upright position.; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, and 4 more.

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