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Volvo 700 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1987 · 2,316 cc

D243 GYWMOT history

D243 GYW is a silver petrol Volvo 700 Series first used on 16 Feb 1987. Its MOT expired on 22 Sept 2023 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 170,938 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Sept 2023
Mileage
170,938 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2022
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
704 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
D243 GYW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
700 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,316 cc
Year of manufacture
1987
First used
16 Feb 1987
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

D243 GYW was last recorded at 170,938 miles on 23 Sept 2022, 685 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,253 miles · 22 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
685 miles
Average per year
704 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 170,938 miles
  • 2021 – 170,253 miles
  • 2019 – 169,266 miles
  • 2018 – 167,438 miles
  • 2017 – 166,360 miles
  • 2016 – 166,308 miles
  • 2015 – 166,229 miles
  • 2014 – 165,886 miles
  • 2013 – 165,592 miles
  • 2012 – 165,346 miles
  • 2011 – 165,142 miles
  • 2010 – 164,455 miles
  • 2009 – 163,697 miles
  • 2008 – 162,507 miles
  • 2007 – 161,080 miles
  • 2006 – 159,561 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,938 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

18 tests since 27 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,938 miles (+685)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    170,938 miles
    Test number
    735323606801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass170,253 miles (+987)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    170,253 miles
    Test number
    538212747456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass169,266 miles (+1,828)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    169,266 miles
    Test number
    206837018311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass167,438 miles (+1,078)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    167,438 miles
    Test number
    785634804366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass166,360 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    166,360 miles
    Test number
    933799000185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass166,308 miles (+79)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    166,308 miles
    Test number
    219764248319
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear axle beam

  7. Pass166,229 miles (+343)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    166,229 miles
    Test number
    337744995104
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  8. Pass165,886 miles (+294)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    165,886 miles
    Test number
    435640994165
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  9. Pass165,592 miles (+246)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    165,592 miles
    Test number
    716338493101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass165,346 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    165,346 miles
    Test number
    228770402244
    • NoteRear pads corroding

  11. Fail165,344 miles (+202)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,344 miles
    Test number
    348499892165
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteRear pads corroding

  12. Pass165,142 miles (+687)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    165,142 miles
    Test number
    227577881179
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  13. Pass164,455 miles (+758)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    164,455 miles
    Test number
    350065890167
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  14. Pass163,697 miles (+1,190)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    163,697 miles
    Test number
    854658509253
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  15. Pass162,507 miles (+1,427)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    162,507 miles
    Test number
    292500408237
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail161,080 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,080 miles
    Test number
    904923597121
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass161,080 miles (+1,519)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    161,080 miles
    Test number
    993443497189
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass159,561 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    159,561 miles
    Test number
    343398806473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about D243 GYW

Does D243 GYW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on D243 GYW expired on 22 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on D243 GYW?
The MOT on D243 GYW expired on 22 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has D243 GYW done?
D243 GYW was recorded at 170,938 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2022, an average of 704 miles a year.
Has D243 GYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. D243 GYW has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2012.
Has the mileage on D243 GYW 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 D243 GYW find?
D243 GYW passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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