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Volvo C70

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,400 cc

983 ARPMOT history

983 ARP is a black diesel Volvo C70 first used on 28 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 28 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 16 MOT tests, with 87,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Mar 2027
Mileage
87,469 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
15 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,835 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
983 ARP
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volvo
Model
C70
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
28 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

983 ARP was last recorded at 87,469 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 3,019 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,450 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,019 miles
Average per year
4,835 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,469 miles
  • 2025 – 84,450 miles
  • 2024 – 82,973 miles
  • 2023 – 81,645 miles
  • 2022 – 79,969 miles
  • 2021 – 77,154 miles
  • 2020 – 75,077 miles
  • 2019 – 68,686 miles
  • 2018 – 62,462 miles
  • 2017 – 54,743 miles
  • 2016 – 47,191 miles
  • 2015 – 39,531 miles
  • 2014 – 32,318 miles
  • 2013 – 26,648 miles
  • 2012 – 19,859 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,469 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 24 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,469 miles (+3,019)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    87,469 miles
    Test number
    105390081287
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass84,450 miles (+1,477)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    84,450 miles
    Test number
    351458035556
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass82,973 miles (+1,328)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    82,973 miles
    Test number
    734487951509
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass81,645 miles (+1,676)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    81,645 miles
    Test number
    747898316757
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Pass79,969 miles (+2,815)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    79,969 miles
    Test number
    209251353242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass77,154 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    77,154 miles
    Test number
    563000059237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail77,144 miles (+2,067)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,144 miles
    Test number
    569240910529
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass75,077 miles (+6,391)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    75,077 miles
    Test number
    187319101838
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished within tread
  9. Pass68,686 miles (+6,224)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    68,686 miles
    Test number
    979546073130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass62,462 miles (+7,719)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    62,462 miles
    Test number
    853358366476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,743 miles (+7,552)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    54,743 miles
    Test number
    163411217367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,191 miles (+7,660)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    47,191 miles
    Test number
    687277341469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,531 miles (+7,213)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    39,531 miles
    Test number
    867806275058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,318 miles (+5,670)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    32,318 miles
    Test number
    167157864465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,648 miles (+6,789)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    26,648 miles
    Test number
    619144073056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass19,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    19,859 miles
    Test number
    137404882007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 983 ARP

What vehicle is registration 983 ARP currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 983 ARP on a black diesel Volvo C70 first used on 28 Mar 2009. 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 983 ARP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 983 ARP is valid until 28 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on 983 ARP?
The MOT on 983 ARP is valid until 28 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 983 ARP done?
983 ARP was recorded at 87,469 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 4,835 miles a year.
Has 983 ARP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 983 ARP has failed 1 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on 983 ARP 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 983 ARP find?
983 ARP passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 9 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides; front coil spring corroded both sides; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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