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Volvo S40

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,948 cc

Y49 RBMMOT history

Y49 RBM is a red petrol Volvo S40 first used on 23 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 Oct 2025 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 138,784 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Oct 2025
Mileage
138,784 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2025
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,132 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y49 RBM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S40
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,948 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y49 RBM was last recorded at 138,784 miles on 15 Oct 2025, 7,763 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,021 miles · 31 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
7,763 miles
Average per year
5,132 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 138,784 miles
  • 2024 – 131,021 miles
  • 2023 – 125,606 miles
  • 2022 – 115,491 miles
  • 2021 – 103,405 miles
  • 2020 – 98,294 miles
  • 2019 – 95,943 miles
  • 2018 – 91,977 miles
  • 2017 – 87,038 miles
  • 2016 – 84,234 miles
  • 2015 – 81,837 miles
  • 2014 – 79,225 miles
  • 2013 – 75,992 miles
  • 2012 – 72,642 miles
  • 2011 – 68,850 miles
  • 2010 – 60,468 miles
  • 2009 – 53,574 miles
  • 2008 – 50,963 miles
  • 2007 – 47,724 miles
  • 2006 – 38,245 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail138,784 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Inner clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Body side (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating Due to disc brake condition (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch and inner structure (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Body side (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating Due brake disc condition (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch and inner structure (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil level very low.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

33 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail138,784 miles (+7,763)1 dangerous12 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,784 miles
    Test number
    677258876444
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Inner clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Body side (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating Due to disc brake condition (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch and inner structure (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Body side (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating Due brake disc condition (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch and inner structure (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass131,021 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    131,021 miles
    Test number
    291461535581
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil level very low.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail131,021 miles (+5,415)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,021 miles
    Test number
    470833786673
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil level very low.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass125,606 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    125,606 miles
    Test number
    456562505231
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail125,606 miles (+10,115)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,606 miles
    Test number
    274004880845
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Bald on the inside. (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass115,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    115,491 miles
    Test number
    761987698304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail115,491 miles (+12,086)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,491 miles
    Test number
    385803622498
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak

  8. Pass103,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    103,405 miles
    Test number
    248228744522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail103,405 miles (+5,111)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,405 miles
    Test number
    158569666280
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has had the tread recut (5.2.3 (g))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

  10. Pass98,294 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    98,294 miles
    Test number
    969932169581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail98,293 miles (+2,350)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,293 miles
    Test number
    547523395076
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  12. Pass95,943 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    95,943 miles
    Test number
    763916266237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail95,933 miles (+3,956)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,933 miles
    Test number
    128042152692
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass91,977 miles (+47)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    91,977 miles
    Test number
    235332751290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow from center

  15. Fail91,930 miles (+1,377)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,930 miles
    Test number
    221822334171
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow from center

  16. Pass90,553 miles (+3,515)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    90,553 miles
    Test number
    421965260560
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm and very worn on inner (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass87,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    87,038 miles
    Test number
    458932942792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail87,038 miles (+2,804)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,038 miles
    Test number
    416857289624
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryVin plate insecure under bonnet on bulk head

  19. Pass84,234 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    84,234 miles
    Test number
    259464705886
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn to wear bars also inner edge

  20. Fail84,230 miles (+2,393)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,230 miles
    Test number
    199615858310
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear worn to wear bars also outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre close to wear bars
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn to wear bars also inner edge

  21. Pass81,837 miles (+2,612)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    81,837 miles
    Test number
    175071365410
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre low outer edge
    • NoteO/s rear tyre low inner edge

  22. Pass79,225 miles (+3,233)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    79,225 miles
    Test number
    545379964082
    • NoteN/s rear brake pads look low
    • NoteO/s front and n/s rear tyres close to wear bars

  23. Pass75,992 miles (+3,350)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    75,992 miles
    Test number
    289477953062
    • NoteExhaust rear joint badly corroded
    • NoteFuel cap sealing washer starting to crack
    • NoteO/s screen wash part blocked

  24. Pass72,642 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    72,642 miles
    Test number
    255434872020
    • NoteO/s screen wash part blocked

  25. Fail72,642 miles (+3,792)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,642 miles
    Test number
    978213172044
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteO/s screen wash part blocked

  26. Fail68,850 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,850 miles
    Test number
    378352861058
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside headlanp unit needs drying out.

  27. Pass68,850 miles (+8,382)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    68,850 miles
    Test number
    627062561054
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside headlanp unit needs drying out.

  28. Pass60,468 miles (+4)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    60,468 miles
    Test number
    202228370022
    • NoteJoint to rear silencer corroded.
    • NoteNearside number plate lamp intermitant.

  29. Fail60,464 miles (+6,890)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,464 miles
    Test number
    960157870065
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteJoint to rear silencer corroded.
    • NoteNearside number plate lamp intermitant.

  30. Pass53,574 miles (+2,611)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    53,574 miles
    Test number
    204850989005
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  31. Pass50,963 miles (+3,239)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    50,963 miles
    Test number
    160927478493
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  32. Pass47,724 miles (+9,479)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    47,724 miles
    Test number
    353916977057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass38,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    38,245 miles
    Test number
    974783576093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y49 RBM

Does Y49 RBM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y49 RBM expired on 30 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y49 RBM?
The MOT on Y49 RBM expired on 30 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y49 RBM done?
Y49 RBM was recorded at 138,784 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2025, an average of 5,132 miles a year.
Has Y49 RBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y49 RBM has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y49 RBM 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 Y49 RBM find?
Y49 RBM failed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 12 major defects, 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment; nearside front lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner clip missing, and 17 more.

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