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Volvo 700 Series

Red · Petrol · 1990 · 1,986 cc

G147 JFSMOT history

G147 JFS is a red petrol Volvo 700 Series first used on 23 Jan 1992. Its MOT expired on 30 May 2023 and it has passed 15 of 28 MOT tests, with 67,787 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 May 2023
Mileage
67,787 mi
At MOT on 31 May 2022
MOT tests
28
15 passed · 13 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
G147 JFS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
700 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,986 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
23 Jan 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 May 2023
Latest MOT test
31 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

G147 JFS was last recorded at 67,787 miles on 31 May 2022, 1,234 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Dec 2008: 2,952 miles, lower than 167,098 miles on 19 Nov 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
66,553 miles · 7 May 2021
Between the last two tests
1,234 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 67,787 miles
  • 2021 – 66,553 miles
  • 2018 – 66,504 miles
  • 2017 – 62,501 miles
  • 2016 – 58,616 miles
  • 2015 – 55,156 miles
  • 2014 – 52,485 miles
  • 2013 – 44,498 miles
  • 2012 – 34,637 miles
  • 2011 – 26,085 miles
  • 2010 – 19,301 miles
  • 2009 – 10,990 miles
  • 2008 – 2,952 miles
  • 2007 – 167,098 miles
  • 2006 – 164,907 miles
  • 2005 – 159,279 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,787 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel flap insecure

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front light lens missing but adequately repaired

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Corrosion started on rear brake hoses metal parts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Slight bend in nearside front tie bar

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Surface cracking nearside and offside front tyre walls

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 23 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,787 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    67,787 miles
    Test number
    986653085734
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel flap insecure

  2. Fail67,787 miles (+1,234)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,787 miles
    Test number
    732258795390
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel flap insecure

  3. Pass66,553 miles (+49)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    66,553 miles
    Test number
    958288999791
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail66,504 miles (+4,003)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,504 miles
    Test number
    966953832520
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded tie bar mount (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside front panel under washer bottle excessively corroded
    • AdvisoryPanel under battery corroded
    • AdvisorySlackness in handbrake cable

  5. Pass62,501 miles (+3,885)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    62,501 miles
    Test number
    182595142212
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner sill holed but does not adversely affect braking, steering or suspension (6.1.A.1)

  6. Pass58,616 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    58,616 miles
    Test number
    861546493741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail58,613 miles (+3,457)1 dangerous9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,613 miles
    Test number
    605981510243
    • DangerousRear shockabsorbers weak
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCracking in nearside front tyre walls
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake hose ferrule corroded

  8. Pass55,156 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    55,156 miles
    Test number
    750014118184
    • AdvisoryOffside Front light lens missing but adequately repaired
    • AdvisoryCorrosion started on rear brake hoses metal parts
    • AdvisoryRear shockabsorbers minimal damping effect
    • AdvisorySlight bend in nearside front tie bar
    • AdvisorySurface cracking nearside and offside front tyre walls

  9. Fail55,156 miles (+2,671)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,156 miles
    Test number
    493554881492
    • FailureBrake cable insecure compensator mount (3.5.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front light lens missing but adequately repaired
    • AdvisoryCorrosion started on rear brake hoses metal parts
    • AdvisorySlight bend in nearside front tie bar
    • AdvisorySurface cracking nearside and offside front tyre walls

  10. Pass52,485 miles (+7,987)2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    52,485 miles
    Test number
    406291404325
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • NoteBad oil leak
    • NoteFront bottom cross member corroded
    • NoteFuel pump noisey
    • NoteNearside front drop-link bushes splitting
    • NoteNearside front shock absorber knocking internally
    • NoteWindscreen delaminating

  11. Pass44,498 miles (+2)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    44,498 miles
    Test number
    697867213353
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWindscreen starting to delaminate

  12. Fail44,496 miles (+9,859)3 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,496 miles
    Test number
    867026613386
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorbers hane negligable damping effect
    • NoteWindscreen starting to delaminate

  13. Pass34,637 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    34,637 miles
    Test number
    575189412334
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering rack

  14. Fail34,637 miles (+8,552)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,637 miles
    Test number
    439599212365
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering rack

  15. Pass26,085 miles (+49)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    26,085 miles
    Test number
    259212321377
    • NoteSlight play in nsf track rod

  16. Fail26,036 miles (+6,735)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,036 miles
    Test number
    949788511318
    • FailureCentre Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • NoteSlight play in nsf track rod

  17. Pass19,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    19,301 miles
    Test number
    483599310437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail19,294 miles (+8,304)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,294 miles
    Test number
    633829810347
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside of steering rack

  19. Pass10,990 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    10,990 miles
    Test number
    651481429321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail10,938 miles (+7,986)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,938 miles
    Test number
    711150529377
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFuel tank breather pipe clip corroded and burst.

  21. Pass2,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    2,952 miles
    Test number
    653059138367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail2,952 miles (-164,146)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,952 miles
    Test number
    641607838308
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteExcessive oil leak from engine
    • NoteNearside front tie bar bent
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn outer and inner edges
    • NoteTailgate difficult to open

  23. Pass167,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    167,098 miles
    Test number
    282383727356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail167,907 miles (+3,000)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,907 miles
    Test number
    791643627368
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass164,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    164,907 miles
    Test number
    464659336303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail164,907 miles (+5,628)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,907 miles
    Test number
    451839536448
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteADVISE boot not openening
    • NoteADVISE slight ruffness on n/s/r bearing or diff

  27. Pass159,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    159,279 miles
    Test number
    403428325351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail159,279 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,279 miles
    Test number
    932527325389
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about G147 JFS

Does G147 JFS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on G147 JFS expired on 30 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on G147 JFS?
The MOT on G147 JFS expired on 30 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has G147 JFS done?
G147 JFS was recorded at 67,787 miles at its MOT on 31 May 2022.
Has G147 JFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G147 JFS has failed 13 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 31 May 2022.
Has the mileage on G147 JFS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Dec 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on G147 JFS find?
G147 JFS passed its latest MOT on 31 May 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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