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Volvo V40

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 1,870 cc

Y304 KAPMOT history

Y304 KAP is a green diesel Volvo V40 first used on 16 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 242,759 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
242,759 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,294 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y304 KAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,870 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y304 KAP was last recorded at 242,759 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 42 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
242,717 miles · 2 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
42 miles
Average per year
9,294 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 242,759 miles
  • 2025 – 234,392 miles
  • 2024 – 227,124 miles
  • 2023 – 218,983 miles
  • 2022 – 210,906 miles
  • 2021 – 203,372 miles
  • 2020 – 196,476 miles
  • 2019 – 188,869 miles
  • 2018 – 179,500 miles
  • 2017 – 171,562 miles
  • 2016 – 161,922 miles
  • 2015 – 153,152 miles
  • 2014 – 143,733 miles
  • 2013 – 133,779 miles
  • 2012 – 122,441 miles
  • 2011 – 112,875 miles
  • 2010 – 100,252 miles
  • 2009 – 89,658 miles
  • 2008 – 78,813 miles
  • 2007 – 67,754 miles
  • 2006 – 56,760 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass242,759 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis and undersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis and undersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Oil dampness under engine

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 4 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass242,759 miles (+42)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    242,759 miles
    Test number
    299270486696
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis and undersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis and undersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail242,717 miles (+8,325)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,717 miles
    Test number
    215917651858
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis and undersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis and undersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass234,392 miles (+7,268)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    234,392 miles
    Test number
    362796848388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner/undersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner undersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer wheel arches corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake back plate missing
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers not allowing full inspection of outer sills

  4. Pass227,124 miles (+244)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    227,124 miles
    Test number
    324551976446
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail226,880 miles (+7,897)1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,880 miles
    Test number
    331823441221
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass218,983 miles (+128)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    218,983 miles
    Test number
    453807482913
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive undersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive undersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail218,855 miles (+7,949)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,855 miles
    Test number
    148297216361
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive undersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive undersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass210,906 miles (+7,534)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    210,906 miles
    Test number
    285138615098
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis and floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor and chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass203,372 miles (+6,896)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    203,372 miles
    Test number
    186873244247
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass196,476 miles (+7,607)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    196,476 miles
    Test number
    453416947986
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm left and tyre is bald on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm left and tyre is wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass188,869 miles (+133)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    188,869 miles
    Test number
    530818462980
    • AdvisoryCorrosion forming inner rear sills
    • AdvisoryOil dampness under engine

  12. Fail188,736 miles (+9,236)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,736 miles
    Test number
    613633247973
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt on small clip end (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion forming inner rear sills
    • AdvisoryOil dampness under engine

  13. Pass179,500 miles (+162)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    179,500 miles
    Test number
    679216780772
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil dampness under engine

  14. Fail179,338 miles (+7,776)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,338 miles
    Test number
    498719361943
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc small clip end (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil dampness under engine

  15. Pass171,562 miles (+99)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    171,562 miles
    Test number
    170128327890
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight dampness around undertray area

  16. Fail171,463 miles (+9,541)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,463 miles
    Test number
    663504119584
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryDampness around nearside rear handbrake linkage on caliper
    • AdvisorySlight dampness around fuel filter area and engine undertray

  17. Pass161,922 miles (+8,770)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    161,922 miles
    Test number
    611039794671
    • AdvisoryFront number plate , cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to front . (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCenter section to rear section of exhaust joint & connection

  18. Pass153,152 miles (+9,419)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    153,152 miles
    Test number
    779559955014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass143,733 miles (+180)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    143,733 miles
    Test number
    975884274099
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NotePlastic outer sill covers fitted unable to inspect outer sills

  20. Fail143,553 miles (+9,774)1 failure2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,553 miles
    Test number
    897087764073
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NotePlastic outer sill covers fitted unable to inspect outer sills

  21. Pass133,779 miles3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    133,779 miles
    Test number
    526591963020
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteOffside rear upper floor pan surface corrosion
    • NoteSlight distortion of nearside rear inner tyre tread

  22. Fail133,779 miles (+11,338)2 repaired3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,779 miles
    Test number
    728761363058
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteOffside rear upper floor pan surface corrosion
    • NoteSlight distortion of nearside rear inner tyre tread

  23. Pass122,441 miles (+9,566)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    122,441 miles
    Test number
    688175162075
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass112,875 miles (+12,623)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    112,875 miles
    Test number
    348910961096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass100,252 miles (+10,594)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    100,252 miles
    Test number
    193799240024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass89,658 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    89,658 miles
    Test number
    161992269449
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail89,658 miles (+10,845)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,658 miles
    Test number
    183711269008
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass78,813 miles (+11,059)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    78,813 miles
    Test number
    174917368471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass67,754 miles (+10,994)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    67,754 miles
    Test number
    811755257005
    • NoteOFFSIDE & NEARSIDE FRONT BRAKE HOSES ARE CLOSE TO SHOCKSABSORBERS ON LOCK TO LOCK TURNS
    • NoteSLIGHT WEAR IN OFFSIDE REAR TOP SUSPENSION ARM

  30. Pass56,760 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    56,760 miles
    Test number
    574963666084
    • NoteCentre rear seat belt not working
    • NoteOffside and nearside front tyres starting to perrish on tread patterns
    • NoteOffside rear trailing arm bushes perrishing

Questions about Y304 KAP

Does Y304 KAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y304 KAP is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y304 KAP?
The MOT on Y304 KAP is valid until 16 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y304 KAP done?
Y304 KAP was recorded at 242,759 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 9,294 miles a year.
Has Y304 KAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y304 KAP has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y304 KAP 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 Y304 KAP find?
Y304 KAP passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis and undersill; offside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis and undersill; oil leak, but not excessive.

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