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Volvo V70

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,401 cc

K40 BSDMOT history

K40 BSD is a black diesel Volvo V70 first used on 30 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 28 Feb 2025 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 256,784 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Feb 2024.

K40 BSD black Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Feb 2025
Mileage
256,784 mi
At MOT on 29 Feb 2024
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
12,786 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 BSD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 BSD was last recorded at 256,784 miles on 29 Feb 2024, 17,079 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
239,705 miles · 8 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
17,079 miles
Average per year
12,786 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 256,784 miles
  • 2022 – 239,705 miles
  • 2020 – 230,155 miles
  • 2019 – 211,651 miles
  • 2018 – 197,210 miles
  • 2016 – 175,681 miles
  • 2015 – 157,514 miles
  • 2014 – 140,583 miles
  • 2013 – 121,441 miles
  • 2012 – 104,517 miles
  • 2011 – 91,024 miles
  • 2010 – 79,175 miles
  • 2009 – 70,307 miles
  • 2008 – 61,033 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass256,784 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass256,784 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    256,784 miles
    Test number
    654685133063
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail256,784 miles (+17,079)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    256,784 miles
    Test number
    392407523427
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass239,705 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    239,705 miles
    Test number
    353929404511
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail239,705 miles (+9,550)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,705 miles
    Test number
    119183730351
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass230,155 miles (+18,504)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    230,155 miles
    Test number
    845412214548
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass211,651 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    211,651 miles
    Test number
    976666839813
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail211,651 miles1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,651 miles
    Test number
    187796724016
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail211,651 miles (+14,441)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,651 miles
    Test number
    208690758515
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass197,210 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    197,210 miles
    Test number
    689975333218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail197,210 miles (+21,529)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,210 miles
    Test number
    220139626692
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass175,681 miles (+3,511)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    175,681 miles
    Test number
    214288691771
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail172,170 miles (+14,656)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,170 miles
    Test number
    585774838021
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass157,514 miles (+16,931)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    157,514 miles
    Test number
    851169732660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass140,583 miles (+19,142)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    140,583 miles
    Test number
    799460134315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass121,441 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    121,441 miles
    Test number
    409102013442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail121,441 miles (+16,924)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,441 miles
    Test number
    995142213336
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass104,517 miles (+13,493)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    104,517 miles
    Test number
    856871512364
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass91,024 miles (+11,849)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    91,024 miles
    Test number
    666208101352
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass79,175 miles (+8,868)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    79,175 miles
    Test number
    320779090485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass70,307 miles (+9,274)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    70,307 miles
    Test number
    783443319303
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Fail61,033 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,033 miles
    Test number
    122452418368
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  22. Pass61,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    61,033 miles
    Test number
    672442318300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K40 BSD

Does K40 BSD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K40 BSD expired on 28 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K40 BSD?
The MOT on K40 BSD expired on 28 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K40 BSD done?
K40 BSD was recorded at 256,784 miles at its MOT on 29 Feb 2024, an average of 12,786 miles a year.
Has K40 BSD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 BSD has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on K40 BSD 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 K40 BSD find?
K40 BSD passed its latest MOT on 29 Feb 2024 with 1 advisory: anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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