R32VUD - VOLVO S40
MOT: Not validGB
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The Volvo S40, often referred to simply as the S40, is a compact executive car renowned for its safety and Scandinavian design. Manufactured by Volvo Cars, a Swedish automaker with a long-standing reputation for safety innovations, the S40 was introduced in the late 1990s and produced through various generations. Its manufacturing history reflects Volvo’s commitment to quality and durability, with notable updates in design and technology over the years. The S40 features a range of efficient engines, comfortable interiors, and advanced safety features that set it apart in its class. Its reputation for reliability and solid build quality makes it a popular choice among drivers seeking a practical yet refined vehicle.
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 21 MOT tests
This 1997 Volvo S40, registration R32VUD, is a petrol vehicle with a 1948cc engine. It has a green exterior and has covered 109,346 miles. The car's latest MOT was conducted on 12 September 2018, with the expiry date of 11 September 2019; it is currently untaxed and its MOT is no longer valid. Notable advisories from the last test include worn rear brake discs, corroded suspension components, and corroded front coil springs, all assessed as not seriously weakened. The vehicle's CO2 emissions are not specified.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
21
Passed Tests
13
Failed Tests
8
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 12 September 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 109,346 mi
Expires: 11 September 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened stabaliser bar (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Upper Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened stabaliser bar (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Failed - 31 August 2018 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 109,331 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
- Major Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Major Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Major Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- Major Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- Major Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
- Major Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened stabaliser bar (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Upper Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened stabaliser bar (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory No Engine oil showing on dipstick
Passed - 31 August 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 106,371 mi
Expires: 30 August 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear,at rear (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also corroded (7.1.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Nail in tyre
Failed - 26 August 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 106,343 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Major Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner/outer sill (2.4.A.3)
- Major Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear,at rear (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also corroded (7.1.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Nail in tyre
Passed - 25 August 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 103,941 mi
Expires: 24 August 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Advisory Brake pipe slightly corroded Offside front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
Failed - 18 August 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 103,898 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Major Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- Major Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
- Major Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Major Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- Major Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyre split (4.1.D.1b)
- Major Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- Major Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Major Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Major Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- Major Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Advisory Brake pipe slightly corroded Offside front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
Passed - 17 August 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 100,563 mi
Expires: 16 August 2016
Passed - 14 August 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 97,223 mi
Expires: 15 August 2015
Passed - 16 August 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 92,906 mi
Expires: 15 August 2014
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Failed - 15 August 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 92,904 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Major Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Major Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- Major Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- Major Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Passed - 15 August 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 88,165 mi
Expires: 15 August 2013
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Failed - 14 August 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 88,163 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Passed - 12 August 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 84,043 mi
Expires: 15 August 2012
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Passed - 13 August 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 79,728 mi
Expires: 15 August 2011
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- Advisory Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Failed - 13 August 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 79,728 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Major Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- Major Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
- Major Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
- Major Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Failed - 14 August 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 74,992 mi
Passed - 14 August 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 74,992 mi
Expires: 15 August 2010
Passed - 14 August 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 69,060 mi
Expires: 15 August 2009
Failed - 14 August 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 69,060 mi
Passed - 14 August 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 64,562 mi
Expires: 15 August 2008
Passed - 15 August 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 60,625 mi
Expires: 15 August 2007
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for R32VUD?
The MOT expires on 11 September 2019.
What is the tax status of R32VUD?
The tax status is Untaxed and is due on 14 August 2020.
What are the specifications of R32VUD?
This is a 1997 VOLVO S40 in Green. It runs on Petrol with a 1948cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of R32VUD?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.