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Volvo V70

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 2,400 cc

L5 FBLMOT history

L5 FBL is a grey diesel Volvo V70 first used on 14 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 28 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 125,324 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

L5 FBL grey Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Mar 2027
Mileage
125,324 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,892 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 FBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
14 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 FBL was last recorded at 125,324 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 3,765 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,559 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,765 miles
Average per year
5,892 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,324 miles
  • 2025 – 121,559 miles
  • 2024 – 113,900 miles
  • 2023 – 102,707 miles
  • 2022 – 92,835 miles
  • 2021 – 87,528 miles
  • 2020 – 86,785 miles
  • 2019 – 82,211 miles
  • 2018 – 80,206 miles
  • 2017 – 79,600 miles
  • 2015 – 72,349 miles
  • 2014 – 68,269 miles
  • 2013 – 58,516 miles
  • 2012 – 50,885 miles
  • 2011 – 44,053 miles
  • 2010 – 35,212 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,324 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both trailing arms (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.

  • Non obligatory mirror damaged Incorrect glass fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 7 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,324 miles (+3,765)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    125,324 miles
    Test number
    340224974533
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass121,559 miles (+7,659)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    121,559 miles
    Test number
    467671943261
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryManufacture under covering.
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And stone chip covered. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass113,900 miles (+11,193)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    113,900 miles
    Test number
    581694532139
    • AdvisoryExhaust brackets corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass102,707 miles (+9,872)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    102,707 miles
    Test number
    842327675268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass92,835 miles (+5,307)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    92,835 miles
    Test number
    688397676837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass87,528 miles (+743)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    87,528 miles
    Test number
    588311423016
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass86,785 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    86,785 miles
    Test number
    593716712315
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged Incorrect glass fitted

  8. Fail86,775 miles (+4,564)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,775 miles
    Test number
    529398483050
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged Incorrect glass fitted

  9. Pass82,211 miles (+2,005)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    82,211 miles
    Test number
    438685196767
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass80,206 miles (+606)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    80,206 miles
    Test number
    396821828292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass79,600 miles (+7,251)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    79,600 miles
    Test number
    776150628804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,349 miles (+4,080)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    72,349 miles
    Test number
    298799762531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail68,269 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,269 miles
    Test number
    418877054358
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass68,269 miles (+9,753)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    68,269 miles
    Test number
    705077954389
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass58,516 miles (+7,631)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    58,516 miles
    Test number
    166324243357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,885 miles (+6,832)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    50,885 miles
    Test number
    687349842377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,053 miles (+8,841)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    44,053 miles
    Test number
    736260241391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,212 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    35,212 miles
    Test number
    573931540355
    • 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)

Questions about L5 FBL

Does L5 FBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 FBL is valid until 28 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 FBL?
The MOT on L5 FBL is valid until 28 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 FBL done?
L5 FBL was recorded at 125,324 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 5,892 miles a year.
Has L5 FBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 FBL has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on L5 FBL 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 L5 FBL find?
L5 FBL passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; rear anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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