Official DVLA Record

2017 Volvo V40 2.0L Petrol · DP17 NTC

DP17 NTC

2017 Volvo V40 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 31/08/2017. Recorded mileage 42,412 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
VOLVO V40
Year / Origin
2017 · Shrewsbury
MOT Status
Valid until 25/07/2026
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
42,412 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 25/07/2026
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2017
Engine
1969cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle appears to be in a stable condition with a consistent history of passing MOT tests. The most recent test on 11 July 2025 at 42,412 miles shows a pass with no recorded defects or advisories. While the record shows a failure on that same date, the immediate subsequent pass indicates that any issues identified were rectified promptly. This pattern suggests a proactive approach to maintaining the vehicle's roadworthiness. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a 2017 model, averaging approximately 4,712 miles per year. The data shows a steady progression from 34,166 miles in July 2022 to 42,412 miles in July 2025. This low annual usage suggests the car has seen light use or primarily short-distance trips. Such low mileage often means less wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it can sometimes lead to issues with seals or battery health if the vehicle sits for extended periods. Since the MOT history is remarkably clean, there are no specific recurring mechanical faults like worn suspension bushes, corroded exhaust systems, or binding brake calipers to flag from the records. However, because the vehicle has covered relatively low mileage, a buyer should inspect the service history to ensure oil changes were performed on a time basis rather than just mileage. You should also check for any signs of age-related degradation in rubber components such as coolant hoses or tyre sidewalls, which can perish even when not driven heavily.

DP17 NTC Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 11/07/2025
  • 42,412 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
58
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
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Known faults for Volvo V40

Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.

DP17 NTC Mileage History

  1. 26/07/202234,166 mi
  2. 22/07/202336,650 mi+2,484 mi
  3. 26/07/202438,411 mi+1,761 mi
  4. 11/07/202542,412 mi+4,001 mi
  5. 11/07/202542,412 mi

Average of roughly 2,786 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

DP17 NTC MOT History

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MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Volvo V40 (DP17 NTC) between July 2022 and July 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 11 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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