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Volvo V70

Orange · Petrol · 1997 · 2,319 cc

L3 BWBMOT history

L3 BWB is an orange petrol Volvo V70 first used on 1 Aug 1997. Its MOT is valid until 7 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 175,677 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Aug 2027
Mileage
175,677 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,328 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 BWB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,319 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 BWB was last recorded at 175,677 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 2,180 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,497 miles · 8 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,180 miles
Average per year
3,328 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,677 miles
  • 2025 – 173,497 miles
  • 2024 – 172,242 miles
  • 2023 – 171,787 miles
  • 2022 – 170,856 miles
  • 2021 – 169,936 miles
  • 2020 – 168,678 miles
  • 2019 – 168,643 miles
  • 2018 – 164,002 miles
  • 2017 – 158,715 miles
  • 2015 – 154,475 miles
  • 2014 – 148,765 miles
  • 2013 – 144,624 miles
  • 2012 – 134,049 miles
  • 2011 – 132,128 miles
  • 2010 – 122,124 miles
  • 2009 – 118,596 miles
  • 2008 – 115,028 miles
  • 2007 – 108,689 miles
  • 2006 – 108,489 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,677 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Steering lock stop damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,677 miles (+2,180)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    175,677 miles
    Test number
    709149216223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass173,497 miles (+205)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    173,497 miles
    Test number
    293573349588
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail173,292 miles (+1,050)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,292 miles
    Test number
    319997330101
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass172,242 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    172,242 miles
    Test number
    824150688705
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Centre exhaust rubbers split (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  5. Fail172,242 miles (+455)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,242 miles
    Test number
    657231143428
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Centre exhaust rubbers split (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  6. Pass171,787 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    171,787 miles
    Test number
    652350827370
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust rubber split
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45x17 (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail171,787 miles (+931)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,787 miles
    Test number
    165710432157
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust rubber split
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45x17 (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass170,856 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    170,856 miles
    Test number
    188225459437
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Both centre exhaust rubbers (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  9. Fail170,856 miles (+920)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,856 miles
    Test number
    366906523154
    • MajorExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Both centre exhaust rubbers (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  10. Pass169,936 miles (+1,258)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    169,936 miles
    Test number
    571998573794
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  11. Pass168,678 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    168,678 miles
    Test number
    523008804640
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  12. Fail168,643 miles (+4,641)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,643 miles
    Test number
    578678376379
    • DangerousFront Anti-roll bar insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  13. Pass164,002 miles (+5,287)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    164,002 miles
    Test number
    223889356040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass158,715 miles (+4,240)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    158,715 miles
    Test number
    433238602274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass154,475 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    154,475 miles
    Test number
    128241111870
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering lock stop damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

  16. Fail154,475 miles (+5,710)3 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,475 miles
    Test number
    914271651833
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering lock stop damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

  17. Pass148,765 miles (+4,141)12 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    148,765 miles
    Test number
    328377194468
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering lock stop damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass144,624 miles (+10,575)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    144,624 miles
    Test number
    507802723367
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass134,049 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    134,049 miles
    Test number
    936170502388
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail134,049 miles (+1,921)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,049 miles
    Test number
    938320402324
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass132,128 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    132,128 miles
    Test number
    949780641316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail132,120 miles (+9,996)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,120 miles
    Test number
    578766831375
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass122,124 miles (+3,528)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    122,124 miles
    Test number
    173172310380
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f headlamp image poor

  24. Pass118,596 miles (+3,568)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    118,596 miles
    Test number
    852811909306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteBoth front tyres just touching on inner wheel arch on full lock
    • NoteGearbox oil leak

  25. Pass115,028 miles (+10)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    115,028 miles
    Test number
    122144608367
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  26. Fail115,018 miles (+6,329)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,018 miles
    Test number
    402252008397
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  27. Pass108,689 miles (+200)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    108,689 miles
    Test number
    814792637397
    • 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)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteN/s/f brake binding

  28. Pass108,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    108,489 miles
    Test number
    274425946494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L3 BWB

Does L3 BWB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 BWB is valid until 7 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 BWB?
The MOT on L3 BWB is valid until 7 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 BWB done?
L3 BWB was recorded at 175,677 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 3,328 miles a year.
Has L3 BWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 BWB has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L3 BWB 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 L3 BWB find?
L3 BWB passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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