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Volvo V40

Beige · Diesel · 2001 · 1,870 cc

Y47 RKUMOT history

Y47 RKU is a beige diesel Volvo V40 first used on 30 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 206,859 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Nov 2023
Mileage
206,859 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,362 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y47 RKU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V40
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,870 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y47 RKU was last recorded at 206,859 miles on 12 Nov 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
206,859 miles · 11 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,362 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 206,859 miles
  • 2021 – 204,121 miles
  • 2020 – 199,023 miles
  • 2019 – 196,217 miles
  • 2018 – 193,382 miles
  • 2017 – 183,604 miles
  • 2016 – 177,605 miles
  • 2015 – 170,846 miles
  • 2014 – 165,774 miles
  • 2013 – 160,877 miles
  • 2012 – 149,081 miles
  • 2011 – 140,454 miles
  • 2010 – 121,350 miles
  • 2009 – 111,374 miles
  • 2008 – 103,994 miles
  • 2007 – 97,329 miles
  • 2006 – 88,987 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass206,859 miles
  • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass206,859 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    206,859 miles
    Test number
    622086778756
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail206,859 miles (+2,738)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,859 miles
    Test number
    902174030398
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass204,121 miles (+5,098)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    204,121 miles
    Test number
    654954176742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass199,023 miles (+2,806)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    199,023 miles
    Test number
    549934838711
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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 Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Pass196,217 miles (+2,835)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    196,217 miles
    Test number
    793870532857
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTested in wet condition
  6. Pass193,382 miles (+9,778)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    193,382 miles
    Test number
    123518492799
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass183,604 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    183,604 miles
    Test number
    486120390883
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear (3.5.1i)
  8. Fail183,604 miles (+5,999)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,604 miles
    Test number
    441167545481
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear (3.5.1i)
  9. Pass177,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    177,605 miles
    Test number
    681172994128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail177,605 miles (+6,759)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,605 miles
    Test number
    961031094104
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
  11. Pass170,846 miles (+5,072)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    170,846 miles
    Test number
    273574432917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass165,774 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    165,774 miles
    Test number
    149147244392
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
  13. Fail165,774 miles (+4,897)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,774 miles
    Test number
    349867344314
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
  14. Pass160,877 miles (+11,796)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    160,877 miles
    Test number
    526851753394
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  15. Pass149,081 miles (+8,627)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    149,081 miles
    Test number
    735228402315
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass140,454 miles (+19,104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    140,454 miles
    Test number
    949576301383
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Fail121,350 miles4 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,350 miles
    Test number
    291656710366
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
  18. Pass121,350 miles (+9,976)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    121,350 miles
    Test number
    460286510448
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
  19. Pass111,374 miles (+7,380)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    111,374 miles
    Test number
    562988709367
    • 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)
  20. Pass103,994 miles (+6,665)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    103,994 miles
    Test number
    123856718333
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  21. Pass97,329 miles (+8,342)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    97,329 miles
    Test number
    894070227377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass88,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    88,987 miles
    Test number
    674532816383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail88,987 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,987 miles
    Test number
    142322216388
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y47 RKU

Does Y47 RKU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y47 RKU expired on 12 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y47 RKU?
The MOT on Y47 RKU expired on 12 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y47 RKU done?
Y47 RKU was recorded at 206,859 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2022, an average of 7,362 miles a year.
Has Y47 RKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y47 RKU has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on Y47 RKU 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 Y47 RKU find?
Y47 RKU passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2022 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both; exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 1 more.

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