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Green · Diesel · 2008 · 2,401 cc

BBR 277MOT history

BBR 277 is a green diesel Volvo V70 first used on 20 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 159,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

BBR 277 green Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
159,640 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,087 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
BBR 277
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

BBR 277 was last recorded at 159,640 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 2,606 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,034 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,606 miles
Average per year
7,087 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,640 miles
  • 2025 – 157,034 miles
  • 2024 – 155,333 miles
  • 2023 – 153,773 miles
  • 2021 – 151,841 miles
  • 2020 – 148,793 miles
  • 2019 – 142,504 miles
  • 2018 – 136,669 miles
  • 2017 – 127,864 miles
  • 2016 – 121,268 miles
  • 2015 – 113,417 miles
  • 2014 – 104,595 miles
  • 2013 – 86,740 miles
  • 2012 – 70,105 miles
  • 2011 – 54,151 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,640 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCenter exhuast in poor condition

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Under trays fitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 3 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,640 miles (+2,606)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    159,640 miles
    Test number
    823301767513
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCenter exhuast in poor condition
  2. Pass157,034 miles (+1,701)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    157,034 miles
    Test number
    851150350350
    • AdvisoryAll Suspension Corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass155,333 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    155,333 miles
    Test number
    694377801919
    • AdvisoryExhaust flange corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail155,331 miles (+1,558)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,331 miles
    Test number
    217842845645
    • MajorCentral Fuel pipe insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flange corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass153,773 miles (+1,932)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    153,773 miles
    Test number
    570644704425
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass151,841 miles (+3,048)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    151,841 miles
    Test number
    258094885243
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass148,793 miles (+6,289)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    148,793 miles
    Test number
    189572177421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass142,504 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    142,504 miles
    Test number
    461086252060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail142,503 miles (+5,834)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,503 miles
    Test number
    702932659830
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass136,669 miles (+8,805)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    136,669 miles
    Test number
    742184919971
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine dipstick missing
  11. Pass127,864 miles (+6,596)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    127,864 miles
    Test number
    746177617192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass121,268 miles (+7,851)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    121,268 miles
    Test number
    332237405782
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted.
  13. Pass113,417 miles (+8,822)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    113,417 miles
    Test number
    255707026129
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted.
  14. Pass104,595 miles (+3,143)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    104,595 miles
    Test number
    755892224370
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteUnable to test towbar wiring.(covered).
  15. Pass101,452 miles (+14,712)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    101,452 miles
    Test number
    227335774132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass86,740 miles (+16,635)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    86,740 miles
    Test number
    539076773142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass70,105 miles (+15,954)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    70,105 miles
    Test number
    169159572139
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
  18. Pass54,151 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    54,151 miles
    Test number
    866652061011
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Questions about BBR 277

What vehicle is registration BBR 277 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show BBR 277 on a green diesel Volvo V70 first used on 20 Mar 2008. 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 BBR 277 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on BBR 277 is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on BBR 277?
The MOT on BBR 277 is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has BBR 277 done?
BBR 277 was recorded at 159,640 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 7,087 miles a year.
Has BBR 277 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. BBR 277 has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on BBR 277 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 BBR 277 find?
BBR 277 passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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