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Volvo C70

Red · Petrol · 2006 · 2,435 cc

L31 HELMOT history

L31 HEL is a red petrol Volvo C70 first used on 20 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 123,716 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
123,716 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,479 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 HEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
C70
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
20 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 HEL was last recorded at 123,716 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,716 miles · 1 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,479 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,716 miles
  • 2025 – 120,691 miles
  • 2024 – 120,146 miles
  • 2023 – 114,098 miles
  • 2022 – 108,076 miles
  • 2021 – 101,307 miles
  • 2020 – 94,557 miles
  • 2019 – 86,779 miles
  • 2018 – 76,978 miles
  • 2017 – 69,699 miles
  • 2016 – 62,189 miles
  • 2015 – 54,718 miles
  • 2014 – 46,205 miles
  • 2013 – 37,935 miles
  • 2012 – 29,326 miles
  • 2011 – 20,813 miles
  • 2010 – 16,914 miles
  • 2009 – 13,458 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,716 miles
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))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.

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 26 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,716 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    123,716 miles
    Test number
    329814101483
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail123,716 miles (+3,025)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,716 miles
    Test number
    871058567869
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass120,691 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    120,691 miles
    Test number
    612205833118
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail120,691 miles (+545)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,691 miles
    Test number
    175491329203
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass120,146 miles (+6,048)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    120,146 miles
    Test number
    925607696769
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass114,098 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    114,098 miles
    Test number
    844265189964
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail114,096 miles (+6,020)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,096 miles
    Test number
    654484889770
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass108,076 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    108,076 miles
    Test number
    870430658100
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail108,073 miles (+6,766)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,073 miles
    Test number
    802242655167
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass101,307 miles (+6,750)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    101,307 miles
    Test number
    692768400451
    • MinorOffside Front Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOne litre of oil for emissions test

  11. Pass94,557 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    94,557 miles
    Test number
    687650731168
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOne litre of oil for emissions test

  12. Fail94,557 miles (+7,778)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,557 miles
    Test number
    547713328163
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235/45 R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOne litre of oil for emissions test

  13. Pass86,779 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    86,779 miles
    Test number
    230420520196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  14. Fail86,779 miles (+9,801)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,779 miles
    Test number
    113556162123
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  15. Pass76,978 miles (+7,279)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    76,978 miles
    Test number
    917742430340
    • Advisory1 litre of oil used for emissions
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre bald on inner edge

  16. Pass69,699 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    69,699 miles
    Test number
    559901775086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn inner edge 235/45 R17
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  17. Fail69,697 miles (+7,508)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,697 miles
    Test number
    643211974670
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn inner edge 235/45 R17
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  18. Pass62,189 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    62,189 miles
    Test number
    460738153153
    • Advisory1 litre of oil used for emissions
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail62,189 miles (+7,471)1 failure9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,189 miles
    Test number
    909516603827
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235/45/17 (4.1.D.1b)
    • Advisory1 litre of oil used for emissions
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass54,718 miles (+135)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    54,718 miles
    Test number
    656228505166
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Fail54,583 miles (+8,378)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,583 miles
    Test number
    419641405150
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass46,205 miles (+8,270)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    46,205 miles
    Test number
    567352404107
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil level disptick tube corroded

  23. Pass37,935 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    37,935 miles
    Test number
    759743603141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail37,935 miles (+8,609)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,935 miles
    Test number
    387593303140
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass29,326 miles (+8,513)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    29,326 miles
    Test number
    648168412147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass20,813 miles (+770)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    20,813 miles
    Test number
    397268011122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass20,043 miles (+3,129)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    20,043 miles
    Test number
    127014771082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass16,914 miles (+3,456)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    16,914 miles
    Test number
    144021580436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass13,458 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    13,458 miles
    Test number
    290765789018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L31 HEL

Does L31 HEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L31 HEL is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L31 HEL?
The MOT on L31 HEL is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L31 HEL done?
L31 HEL was recorded at 123,716 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 6,479 miles a year.
Has L31 HEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 HEL has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L31 HEL 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 L31 HEL find?
L31 HEL passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; rear anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both.

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