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Volvo XC70

Green · Diesel · 2003 · 2,401 cc

K23 APHMOT history

K23 APH is a green diesel Volvo XC70 first used on 11 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 262,663 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
262,663 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
10,466 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K23 APH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
XC70
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
11 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K23 APH was last recorded at 262,663 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 10,120 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
252,543 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
10,120 miles
Average per year
10,466 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 262,663 miles
  • 2025 – 252,543 miles
  • 2024 – 244,545 miles
  • 2023 – 235,557 miles
  • 2022 – 226,760 miles
  • 2021 – 215,377 miles
  • 2020 – 206,846 miles
  • 2019 – 204,372 miles
  • 2018 – 201,969 miles
  • 2017 – 198,620 miles
  • 2016 – 196,779 miles
  • 2015 – 188,331 miles
  • 2014 – 171,248 miles
  • 2013 – 163,966 miles
  • 2012 – 150,568 miles
  • 2011 – 134,777 miles
  • 2010 – 120,440 miles
  • 2009 – 103,244 miles
  • 2008 – 84,816 miles
  • 2007 – 70,500 miles
  • 2006 – 53,654 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass262,663 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.

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass262,663 miles (+10,120)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    262,663 miles
    Test number
    298907844102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass252,543 miles (+7,998)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    252,543 miles
    Test number
    886160753840
    • AdvisoryAnti skid service message on dash but no warning lamps
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass244,545 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    244,545 miles
    Test number
    365124991420
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail244,545 miles (+8,988)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,545 miles
    Test number
    889847777319
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass235,557 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    235,557 miles
    Test number
    657023046717
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail235,557 miles (+8,797)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,557 miles
    Test number
    921541155863
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass226,760 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    226,760 miles
    Test number
    626496199507
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Fail226,760 miles (+11,383)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,760 miles
    Test number
    563449957897
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass215,377 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    215,377 miles
    Test number
    668898039357
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary drive bearing noisy.
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective On rear silencer due to corrosion. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light inoperative.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Tie rod. (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Control arm inner bushes both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail215,377 miles (+8,531)2 dangerous4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,377 miles
    Test number
    990856320286
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/65R16 98V (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt And has play. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary drive bearing noisy.
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective On rear silencer due to corrosion. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light inoperative.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Tie rod. (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Control arm inner bushes both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass206,846 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    206,846 miles
    Test number
    773259186714
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Fail206,846 miles (+2,474)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,846 miles
    Test number
    750364520345
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  13. Pass204,372 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    204,372 miles
    Test number
    524133200620
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  14. Fail204,370 miles (+2,401)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,370 miles
    Test number
    485824740341
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear centre and offside seat belt not checked
  15. Pass201,969 miles (+3,349)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    201,969 miles
    Test number
    551415535848
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  16. Pass198,620 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    198,620 miles
    Test number
    440136445056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail198,617 miles (+1,838)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,617 miles
    Test number
    214621654186
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNoise from osr handbrake shoes when wheel rotated
  18. Pass196,779 miles (+8,448)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    196,779 miles
    Test number
    830657857852
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre outer edge
    • AdvisoryOsr tyre inner edge
    • AdvisoryOsr wheel tight
    • AdvisoryPark brake travel
  19. Pass188,331 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    188,331 miles
    Test number
    827268059861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail188,330 miles (+17,082)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,330 miles
    Test number
    466056125270
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  21. Pass171,248 miles (+7,282)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    171,248 miles
    Test number
    215637764234
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  22. Pass163,966 miles (+13,398)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    163,966 miles
    Test number
    966782163288
    • NoteCorrosion @ flange where catalyst joins centre section!
    • NoteSlight play n/s & o/s/r anti - roll bar bushes where fixed to chassis
  23. Pass150,568 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    150,568 miles
    Test number
    229292972231
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  24. Fail150,568 miles (+15,791)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,568 miles
    Test number
    787212472275
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Anti-lock braking system component inappropriately repaired (3.4.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  25. Pass134,777 miles (+14,337)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    134,777 miles
    Test number
    227922671277
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  26. Pass120,440 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    120,440 miles
    Test number
    462298270293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail120,440 miles (+17,196)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,440 miles
    Test number
    301922970227
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  28. Pass103,244 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    103,244 miles
    Test number
    374860349468
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  29. Fail103,244 miles (+18,428)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,244 miles
    Test number
    352709139292
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  30. Pass84,816 miles (+14,316)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    84,816 miles
    Test number
    863625228299
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN TRACK RODS
  31. Pass70,500 miles (+16,846)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    70,500 miles
    Test number
    864002537289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass53,654 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    53,654 miles
    Test number
    310310136424
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about K23 APH

Does K23 APH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K23 APH is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on K23 APH?
The MOT on K23 APH is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K23 APH done?
K23 APH was recorded at 262,663 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 10,466 miles a year.
Has K23 APH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K23 APH has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on K23 APH 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 K23 APH find?
K23 APH passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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