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Volvo C70

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,984 cc

K30 EARMOT history

K30 EAR is a blue petrol Volvo C70 first used on 20 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 22 of 30 MOT tests, with 86,304 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

K30 EAR blue Volvo C70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo C70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
86,304 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
22 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,924 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K30 EAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
C70
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
20 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K30 EAR was last recorded at 86,304 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,303 miles · 7 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,924 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,304 miles
  • 2025 – 85,633 miles
  • 2024 – 85,071 miles
  • 2023 – 83,850 miles
  • 2022 – 82,167 miles
  • 2021 – 80,805 miles
  • 2020 – 79,754 miles
  • 2019 – 77,123 miles
  • 2018 – 74,932 miles
  • 2017 – 72,827 miles
  • 2016 – 70,745 miles
  • 2015 – 68,273 miles
  • 2014 – 64,581 miles
  • 2013 – 61,244 miles
  • 2012 – 57,203 miles
  • 2011 – 54,589 miles
  • 2010 – 51,243 miles
  • 2009 – 50,844 miles
  • 2008 – 44,354 miles
  • 2007 – 39,433 miles
  • 2006 – 33,294 miles
  • 2005 – 26,878 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,304 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 13 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,304 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    86,304 miles
    Test number
    181581458942
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Fail86,303 miles (+16)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,303 miles
    Test number
    964934519701
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to engine miss fire (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Fail86,287 miles (+654)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,287 miles
    Test number
    838225914659
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced corroded through from the bracket axel mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced corroded through from the bracket axel mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both the NSR and OSR axel bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both the NSR and OSR (5.3.2 (d))

  4. Pass85,633 miles (+562)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    85,633 miles
    Test number
    535272443676
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both backing plates corroded and insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass85,071 miles (+1,221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    85,071 miles
    Test number
    691200892511
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass83,850 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    83,850 miles
    Test number
    466992757876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail83,849 miles (+1,682)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,849 miles
    Test number
    732349296090
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass82,167 miles (+1,362)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    82,167 miles
    Test number
    811552007346
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Front and Rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front and Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis corroded both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder Body corroded

  9. Pass80,805 miles (+1,051)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    80,805 miles
    Test number
    626605170333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryKnocking noise from front suspension when driving into brake rollers
    • AdvisoryRear under body corroded

  10. Pass79,754 miles (+2,631)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    79,754 miles
    Test number
    749330837721
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting broken

  11. Pass77,123 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    77,123 miles
    Test number
    286492637595
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear under body slightly corroded

  12. Fail77,118 miles (+2,186)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,118 miles
    Test number
    657207397046
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear under body slightly corroded

  13. Pass74,932 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    74,932 miles
    Test number
    818086405130
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush,both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake slightly binding. o/s/r tyre scrubbed inner edge. fuel tank straps slightly corroded. exhaust corroded at rear.

  14. Fail74,930 miles (+2,103)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,930 miles
    Test number
    559934469101
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 38% (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 33% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush,both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake slightly binding. o/s/r tyre scrubbed inner edge. fuel tank straps slightly corroded. exhaust corroded at rear.

  15. Pass72,827 miles (+2,082)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    72,827 miles
    Test number
    927496752201
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules front and rear all hoses (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play steering rack (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front and offside rear winter tyres fitted.nearside rear ordinary type
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated in grease
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryRear under body of car slightly corroded

  16. Pass70,745 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    70,745 miles
    Test number
    967100397224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all rear hoses (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes coated in bitumen and or grease
    • AdvisoryBody underneath slightly corroded at rear end
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryWinter tyres fitted to front axle only

  17. Fail70,745 miles (+2,472)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,745 miles
    Test number
    463733778468
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Steering lock stop damaged (2.2.D.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all rear hoses (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes coated in bitumen and or grease
    • AdvisoryBody underneath slightly corroded at rear end
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryWinter tyres fitted to front axle only

  18. Pass68,273 miles (+3,692)2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    68,273 miles
    Test number
    889714255038
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBrake pipes covered in grease
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated
    • NoteFront brake discs back plates corroded
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn slightly more on inside edge
    • NoteSlight play in rear beam axle bushs

  19. Pass64,581 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    64,581 miles
    Test number
    608901154097
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBrake pipes covered in underseal
    • NoteExhaust deterioreting

  20. Fail64,475 miles (+3,231)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,475 miles
    Test number
    628881054035
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBrake pipes covered in underseal
    • NoteExhaust deterioreting

  21. Pass61,244 miles (+4,041)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    61,244 miles
    Test number
    347871553027
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass57,203 miles (+2,614)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    57,203 miles
    Test number
    487958642056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass54,589 miles (+3,346)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    54,589 miles
    Test number
    638093951024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass51,243 miles (+399)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    51,243 miles
    Test number
    183975350083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass50,844 miles (+6,490)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    50,844 miles
    Test number
    220946359310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass44,354 miles (+4,921)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    44,354 miles
    Test number
    452158658314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass39,433 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    39,433 miles
    Test number
    500734357372
    • NoteFront number plate faded

  28. Fail39,433 miles (+6,139)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,433 miles
    Test number
    211753857359
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront number plate faded

  29. Pass33,294 miles (+6,416)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    33,294 miles
    Test number
    884752056360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass26,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    26,878 miles
    Test number
    430187645499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K30 EAR

Does K30 EAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K30 EAR is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K30 EAR?
The MOT on K30 EAR is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K30 EAR done?
K30 EAR was recorded at 86,304 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 2,924 miles a year.
Has K30 EAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K30 EAR has failed 8 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on K30 EAR 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 K30 EAR find?
K30 EAR passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides; rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides.

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