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Volvo V40

Beige · Petrol · 2001 · 1,948 cc

Y32 ETVMOT history

Y32 ETV is a beige petrol Volvo V40 first used on 7 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 Sept 2022 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 92,140 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Sept 2022
Mileage
92,140 mi
At MOT on 30 Aug 2022
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,545 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y32 ETV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,948 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
30 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y32 ETV was last recorded at 92,140 miles on 30 Aug 2022, 3,008 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Aug 2007: 3,270 miles, lower than 35,090 miles on 15 Feb 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
89,132 miles · 1 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
3,008 miles
Average per year
3,545 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 92,140 miles
  • 2021 – 89,132 miles
  • 2020 – 86,243 miles
  • 2019 – 83,261 miles
  • 2018 – 81,087 miles
  • 2017 – 78,523 miles
  • 2016 – 76,258 miles
  • 2015 – 67,951 miles
  • 2014 – 62,275 miles
  • 2013 – 57,295 miles
  • 2012 – 56,736 miles
  • 2011 – 52,871 miles
  • 2010 – 48,931 miles
  • 2009 – 40,973 miles
  • 2008 – 38,723 miles
  • 2007 – 35,434 miles
  • 2006 – 33,633 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail92,140 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • MajorBrake performance not tested Due to brake fluid leaking. (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded All rear metal brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorEmissions not tested Excessive smoke from exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail92,140 miles (+3,008)1 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,140 miles
    Test number
    232779505079
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested Due to brake fluid leaking. (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded All rear metal brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Excessive smoke from exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass89,132 miles (+2,889)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    89,132 miles
    Test number
    131856555582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass86,243 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    86,243 miles
    Test number
    756177130487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail86,230 miles (+2,969)4 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,230 miles
    Test number
    861188195955
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass83,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    83,261 miles
    Test number
    446302598061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail83,261 miles (+2,174)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,261 miles
    Test number
    322258981008
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass81,087 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    81,087 miles
    Test number
    939922109882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail81,087 miles (+2,564)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,087 miles
    Test number
    476689838696
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass78,523 miles (+2,265)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    78,523 miles
    Test number
    376456649677
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass76,258 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    76,258 miles
    Test number
    397674483425
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes greased
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn inner edge

  11. Fail76,258 miles (+32)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,258 miles
    Test number
    782212599122
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes greased
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn inner edge

  12. Fail76,226 miles (+8,275)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,226 miles
    Test number
    535789630433
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded into caliper (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded into caliper (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass67,951 miles (+5,676)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    67,951 miles
    Test number
    107871024938
    • AdvisoryAll steel brake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber casings corroding

  14. Pass62,275 miles (+4,980)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    62,275 miles
    Test number
    816336554209
    • NoteRear of front to rear brake pipes at corrosion limit
    • NoteRear suspension bushes deteriorating
    • NoteRear wiper blade worn

  15. Pass57,295 miles (+559)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    57,295 miles
    Test number
    557033733233
    • Note(advise) alternator or timming belt making flapping noise requires further investigation
    • Note(advise) front and rear suspension and brake components becoming heavily corroded on surface
    • Note(advise) rear exhaust system at joint becoming heavily corroded

  16. Pass56,736 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    56,736 miles
    Test number
    358828952208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteWinter tyres fitted all round

  17. Fail56,708 miles (+3,837)4 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,708 miles
    Test number
    189358352277
    • FailureFuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • 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 Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteAll tyres- pressures were low - set prior to test
    • NoteWasher fluid low
    • NoteWinter tyres fitted all round

  18. Pass52,871 miles (+3,940)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    52,871 miles
    Test number
    458035641259
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre showing signs of age cracking and has tread depth of 3mm 195/60R15H88
    • NoteOffside front tyre 2mm 195/60R15H88
    • NoteOffside front wiper blade rubber end split
    • NoteOffside rear tyre showing signs of age cracking and has tread depth of 3mm 195/60R15H88

  19. Pass48,931 miles (+7,958)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    48,931 miles
    Test number
    764646530254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,973 miles (+2,250)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    40,973 miles
    Test number
    263927639205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,723 miles (+3,289)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    38,723 miles
    Test number
    290742848291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,434 miles (+32,164)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    35,434 miles
    Test number
    951717247289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass3,270 miles (-31,820)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    3,270 miles
    Test number
    391733837235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    35,090 miles
    Test number
    743306547047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail35,090 miles (+1,457)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,090 miles
    Test number
    952920547003
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass33,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    33,633 miles
    Test number
    141658056019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y32 ETV

Does Y32 ETV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y32 ETV expired on 16 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y32 ETV?
The MOT on Y32 ETV expired on 16 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y32 ETV done?
Y32 ETV was recorded at 92,140 miles at its MOT on 30 Aug 2022, an average of 3,545 miles a year.
Has Y32 ETV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y32 ETV has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on Y32 ETV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Aug 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y32 ETV find?
Y32 ETV failed its latest MOT on 30 Aug 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside rear brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system; brake performance not tested due to brake fluid leaking.; brake pipe excessively corroded all rear metal brake pipes corroded, and 4 more.

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