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Volvo XC70

Gold · Diesel · 2013 · 2,400 cc

L6 GUBMOT history

L6 GUB is a gold diesel Volvo XC70 first used on 5 Apr 2013. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 145,762 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

L6 GUB gold Volvo XC70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
145,762 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,994 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 GUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
XC70
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
5 Apr 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 GUB was last recorded at 145,762 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 13,070 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
132,692 miles · 25 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
13,070 miles
Average per year
9,994 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,762 miles
  • 2025 – 132,692 miles
  • 2024 – 116,903 miles
  • 2023 – 105,201 miles
  • 2022 – 91,563 miles
  • 2021 – 88,956 miles
  • 2020 – 82,389 miles
  • 2019 – 76,895 miles
  • 2018 – 66,162 miles
  • 2017 – 50,853 miles
  • 2016 – 41,265 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,762 miles
  • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers starting to smear

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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2023

  • Engine and underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

14 tests since 7 Mar 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,762 miles (+13,070)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    145,762 miles
    Test number
    875219888437
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers starting to smear
  2. Pass132,692 miles (+15,789)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    132,692 miles
    Test number
    551707906990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass116,903 miles (+11,702)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    116,903 miles
    Test number
    822897678494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass105,201 miles (+13,638)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    105,201 miles
    Test number
    915910439007
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  5. Pass91,563 miles (+2,607)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    91,563 miles
    Test number
    938243413405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass88,956 miles (+6,567)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    88,956 miles
    Test number
    344938150184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass82,389 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    82,389 miles
    Test number
    130569678511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass82,380 miles (+5,485)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    82,380 miles
    Test number
    158765955274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass76,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    76,895 miles
    Test number
    544035060654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail76,894 miles (+10,732)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,894 miles
    Test number
    485613010837
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  11. Pass66,162 miles (+15,309)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    66,162 miles
    Test number
    827961128446
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  12. Pass50,853 miles (+9,588)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    50,853 miles
    Test number
    464984331417
    • AdvisoryEngine and underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass41,265 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    41,265 miles
    Test number
    242988436547
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing full seatbelt inspection
    • AdvisoryEngine and underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection
  14. Fail41,265 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,265 miles
    Test number
    576079305468
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing full seatbelt inspection
    • AdvisoryEngine and underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Questions about L6 GUB

Does L6 GUB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L6 GUB is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L6 GUB?
The MOT on L6 GUB is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L6 GUB done?
L6 GUB was recorded at 145,762 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 9,994 miles a year.
Has L6 GUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 GUB has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2019.
Has the mileage on L6 GUB 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 L6 GUB find?
L6 GUB passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: power steering close to minimum mark; windscreen wipers starting to smear.

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