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Volvo C70

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,984 cc

68 MPXMOT history

68 MPX is a black petrol Volvo C70 first used on 30 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 78,249 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

68 MPX black Volvo C70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo C70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
78,249 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,671 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
68 MPX
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volvo
Model
C70
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

68 MPX was last recorded at 78,249 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 5,496 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,753 miles · 15 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,496 miles
Average per year
3,671 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,249 miles
  • 2025 – 72,753 miles
  • 2024 – 67,405 miles
  • 2023 – 59,169 miles
  • 2022 – 52,491 miles
  • 2021 – 48,599 miles
  • 2019 – 46,995 miles
  • 2017 – 46,837 miles
  • 2016 – 46,171 miles
  • 2015 – 43,717 miles
  • 2014 – 40,467 miles
  • 2013 – 36,713 miles
  • 2012 – 32,134 miles
  • 2011 – 27,144 miles
  • 2010 – 19,663 miles
  • 2009 – 13,948 miles
  • 2008 – 12,914 miles
  • 2007 – 9,093 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,249 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake slack adjuster advise adjustment Parking brake requirements only just met. (1.1.18 (a))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,249 miles (+5,496)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    78,249 miles
    Test number
    758789595487
    • AdvisoryBrake slack adjuster advise adjustment Parking brake requirements only just met. (1.1.18 (a))

  2. Pass72,753 miles (+5,348)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    72,753 miles
    Test number
    839008148867
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower control arm rearward bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system lightly rubbing Tyres rub slightly on full lock. (2.1.4 (a))

  3. Pass67,405 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    67,405 miles
    Test number
    369591229936
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system lightly rubbing Slight rub on full lock. (2.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySlight knock/play from steering column.

  4. Fail67,402 miles (+8,233)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,402 miles
    Test number
    833996578251
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system lightly rubbing Slight rub on full lock. (2.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySlight knock/play from steering column.

  5. Pass59,169 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    59,169 miles
    Test number
    236322465249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail59,161 miles (+6,670)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,161 miles
    Test number
    545767010676
    • MajorExhaust system insecure Tail pipe mounts broken off (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Pass52,491 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    52,491 miles
    Test number
    753199080257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail52,470 miles (+3,871)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,470 miles
    Test number
    816599142962
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass48,599 miles (+1,604)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    48,599 miles
    Test number
    703116784339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass46,995 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    46,995 miles
    Test number
    727322006153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail46,980 miles (+143)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,980 miles
    Test number
    325609414565
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  12. Pass46,837 miles (+666)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    46,837 miles
    Test number
    768157868466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,171 miles (+2,454)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    46,171 miles
    Test number
    723378615905
    • AdvisoryRear pads getting low

  14. Pass43,717 miles (+3,250)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    43,717 miles
    Test number
    207856725150
    • NoteFuel cap seal cracked and perished
    • NoteMinor movement rear axle mounting bushes
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteWindscreen has scratches but not restrictive to view

  15. Pass40,467 miles (+3,754)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    40,467 miles
    Test number
    885678254135
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCracks in tread roots n/s front and o/s rear

  16. Pass36,713 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    36,713 miles
    Test number
    725306153125
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail36,713 miles (+4,579)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,713 miles
    Test number
    189394353111
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePark brake travel

  18. Pass32,134 miles (+4,990)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    32,134 miles
    Test number
    769854072088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,144 miles (+7,481)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    27,144 miles
    Test number
    905809951060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,663 miles (+5,715)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    19,663 miles
    Test number
    361837160117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass13,948 miles (+1,034)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    13,948 miles
    Test number
    524068219175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,914 miles (+3,821)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    12,914 miles
    Test number
    452319768139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass9,093 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    9,093 miles
    Test number
    100309267116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 68 MPX

What vehicle is registration 68 MPX currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 68 MPX on a black petrol Volvo C70 first used on 30 Jun 2004. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 68 MPX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 68 MPX is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on 68 MPX?
The MOT on 68 MPX is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 68 MPX done?
68 MPX was recorded at 78,249 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 3,671 miles a year.
Has 68 MPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 68 MPX has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on 68 MPX 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 68 MPX find?
68 MPX passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: brake slack adjuster advise adjustment parking brake requirements only just met..

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