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Volvo C70

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,997 cc

L16 CVEMOT history

L16 CVE is a blue diesel Volvo C70 first used on 29 Nov 2007. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 89,112 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jun 2027
Mileage
89,112 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,939 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 CVE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
C70
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
29 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 CVE was last recorded at 89,112 miles on 5 Jun 2026, 766 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,346 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
766 miles
Average per year
3,939 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,112 miles
  • 2025 – 88,346 miles
  • 2024 – 85,728 miles
  • 2023 – 82,510 miles
  • 2021 – 81,383 miles
  • 2019 – 79,623 miles
  • 2018 – 75,794 miles
  • 2017 – 67,247 miles
  • 2016 – 61,752 miles
  • 2015 – 54,702 miles
  • 2014 – 49,726 miles
  • 2013 – 44,244 miles
  • 2012 – 36,445 miles
  • 2011 – 34,718 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,112 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,112 miles (+766)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    89,112 miles
    Test number
    931589372148
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass88,346 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    88,346 miles
    Test number
    158848761448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail88,284 miles (+2,556)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,284 miles
    Test number
    883886755714
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  4. Pass85,728 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    85,728 miles
    Test number
    455273247139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail85,728 miles (+3,218)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,728 miles
    Test number
    463792060274
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass82,510 miles (+1,127)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    82,510 miles
    Test number
    922607831576
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass81,383 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    81,383 miles
    Test number
    145239342351
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail81,383 miles (+1,760)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,383 miles
    Test number
    288324123816
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner & outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass79,623 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    79,623 miles
    Test number
    604949432168
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Fail79,623 miles (+3,829)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,623 miles
    Test number
    851026289393
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  11. Pass75,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    75,794 miles
    Test number
    372017393368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail75,794 miles (+8,547)7 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,794 miles
    Test number
    174787332707
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge void on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre distorted

  13. Pass67,247 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    67,247 miles
    Test number
    413275740119
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail67,247 miles (+5,495)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,247 miles
    Test number
    590129018083
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass61,752 miles (+7,050)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    61,752 miles
    Test number
    605188890841
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass54,702 miles (+4,976)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    54,702 miles
    Test number
    767457075123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail49,726 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,726 miles
    Test number
    439858484140
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass49,726 miles (+5,482)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    49,726 miles
    Test number
    858638584153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    44,244 miles
    Test number
    327723593104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail44,244 miles (+7,799)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,244 miles
    Test number
    217933993154
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  21. Pass36,445 miles (+1,727)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    36,445 miles
    Test number
    638037372106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass34,718 miles (+6,232)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    34,718 miles
    Test number
    675781401344
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass28,486 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    28,486 miles
    Test number
    636914711042
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll tyres scrubbing on inside

Questions about L16 CVE

Does L16 CVE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 CVE is valid until 4 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 CVE?
The MOT on L16 CVE is valid until 4 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 CVE done?
L16 CVE was recorded at 89,112 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2026, an average of 3,939 miles a year.
Has L16 CVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 CVE has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2025.
Has the mileage on L16 CVE 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 L16 CVE find?
L16 CVE passed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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