The road tax status for R136 ARL is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for R136 ARL?

The MOT for R136 ARL is valid and due for renewal on or before 31 July 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of R136 ARL?

The recorded mileage for R136 ARL is 80,623 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R136 ARL ULEZ compliant?

No, R136 ARL does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

1997 Volvo S40 1.7L Petrol · R136 ARL

R136 ARL

1997 Volvo S40 (1.7L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1997. Recorded mileage 80,623 miles. MOT valid until 31/07/2027.

Make & Model: VOLVO S40
Year / Origin: 1997 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 31/07/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 80,623 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.7L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 80,623 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1997
Engine: 1731cc

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R136 ARL Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 15/07/2026
80,623 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
5 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

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R136 ARL Mileage History

19/07/202368,251 mi
18/07/202472,265 mi+4,014 mi
10/07/202577,262 mi+4,997 mi
10/07/202577,262 mi
15/07/202680,623 mi+3,361 mi

Average of roughly 4,139 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

R136 ARL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Sept 2026, 19:37

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Volvo S40 (R136 ARL) between July 2023 and July 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 15 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (14 issues), Windscreen (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 29 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”.

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