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Volvo V70

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,435 cc

L16 TALMOT history

L16 TAL is a blue petrol Volvo V70 first used on 23 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 137,364 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2026.

L16 TAL blue Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jun 2027
Mileage
137,364 mi
At MOT on 9 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,951 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 TAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
23 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 TAL was last recorded at 137,364 miles on 9 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,364 miles · 4 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,951 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,364 miles
  • 2025 – 137,364 miles
  • 2024 – 137,364 miles
  • 2023 – 137,364 miles
  • 2021 – 137,364 miles
  • 2020 – 137,304 miles
  • 2019 – 136,505 miles
  • 2018 – 133,780 miles
  • 2017 – 130,902 miles
  • 2016 – 127,265 miles
  • 2015 – 125,007 miles
  • 2014 – 121,281 miles
  • 2013 – 118,624 miles
  • 2011 – 115,600 miles
  • 2010 – 112,854 miles
  • 2009 – 95,170 miles
  • 2008 – 76,452 miles
  • 2007 – 58,166 miles
  • 2006 – 40,848 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,364 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryEML lamp onRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (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.

  • All direction indicators slightly discoloured all

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 1 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,364 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    137,364 miles
    Test number
    390267858107
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEML lamp on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass137,364 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    137,364 miles
    Test number
    466468975478
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEML lamp on
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass137,364 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    137,364 miles
    Test number
    887878188652
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEML LAMP ON
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass137,364 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    137,364 miles
    Test number
    825509227400
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMil lamp on

  5. Fail137,364 miles1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,364 miles
    Test number
    337531223876
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMil lamp on

  6. Pass137,364 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    137,364 miles
    Test number
    944320724407
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail137,364 miles (+60)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,364 miles
    Test number
    444808610353
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass137,304 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    137,304 miles
    Test number
    884288555779
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail137,304 miles (+799)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,304 miles
    Test number
    839236043329
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass136,505 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    136,505 miles
    Test number
    258022108800
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  11. Fail136,505 miles (+2,725)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,505 miles
    Test number
    257005853423
    • Repaired at testPosition lamp not working all (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  12. Pass133,780 miles (+2,878)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    133,780 miles
    Test number
    692553814726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass130,902 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    130,902 miles
    Test number
    605646663169
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  14. Fail130,902 miles (+3,637)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,902 miles
    Test number
    745767635097
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  15. Pass127,265 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    127,265 miles
    Test number
    558753841008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail127,265 miles (+2,258)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,265 miles
    Test number
    311137344465
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  17. Pass125,007 miles (+3,726)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    125,007 miles
    Test number
    957428545180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass121,281 miles (+2,657)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    121,281 miles
    Test number
    837354314039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass118,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    118,624 miles
    Test number
    169347803074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail118,624 miles (+3,024)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,624 miles
    Test number
    476487803074
    • Repaired at testOffside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

  21. Pass115,600 miles (+2,746)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    115,600 miles
    Test number
    736722471140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass112,854 miles (+17,684)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    112,854 miles
    Test number
    583080160182
    • NoteFront and rear discs slightly corroded
    • NoteFront brake flexi's starting to split
    • NoteRear tyres slightly worn on inner edge
    • NoteSlight play in both front nuckles

  23. Pass95,170 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    95,170 miles
    Test number
    440103979168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  24. Fail95,170 miles (+18,718)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,170 miles
    Test number
    820223379190
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  25. Pass76,452 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    76,452 miles
    Test number
    893937078172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail76,452 miles (+18,286)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,452 miles
    Test number
    773416978112
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass58,166 miles (+17,318)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    58,166 miles
    Test number
    532897477154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass40,848 miles (+4,245)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    40,848 miles
    Test number
    211137276439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail36,603 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,603 miles
    Test number
    141292536443
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  30. Pass36,603 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    36,603 miles
    Test number
    280752636085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 TAL

Does L16 TAL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 TAL is valid until 8 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 TAL?
The MOT on L16 TAL is valid until 8 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 TAL done?
L16 TAL was recorded at 137,364 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2026, an average of 4,951 miles a year.
Has L16 TAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 TAL has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2023.
Has the mileage on L16 TAL 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 TAL find?
L16 TAL passed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; direction indicator slightly discoloured all; eml lamp on, and 4 more.

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