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Volvo C70

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,401 cc

L70 VLVMOT history

L70 VLV is a silver diesel Volvo C70 first used on 7 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 12 Sept 2022 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 122,005 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Sept 2022
Mileage
122,005 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2022
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,234 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L70 VLV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
C70
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
7 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

L70 VLV was last recorded at 122,005 miles on 21 Sept 2022, 1,716 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,289 miles · 13 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
1,716 miles
Average per year
7,234 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 122,005 miles
  • 2021 – 120,289 miles
  • 2019 – 114,076 miles
  • 2018 – 108,177 miles
  • 2017 – 103,936 miles
  • 2016 – 98,084 miles
  • 2015 – 84,608 miles
  • 2014 – 74,188 miles
  • 2013 – 63,764 miles
  • 2012 – 53,540 miles
  • 2011 – 42,859 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail122,005 miles
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high adjuster broken/not working (4.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edge

What MOT failures 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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

15 tests since 19 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail122,005 miles (+1,716)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,005 miles
    Test number
    302672585080
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high adjuster broken/not working (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edge

  2. Pass120,289 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    120,289 miles
    Test number
    483686807583
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test permit moved (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail120,287 miles (+6,211)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,287 miles
    Test number
    864299308292
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 28% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test permit moved (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass114,076 miles (+5,899)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    114,076 miles
    Test number
    483982364629
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass108,177 miles (+4,241)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    108,177 miles
    Test number
    301020126357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass103,936 miles (+221)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    103,936 miles
    Test number
    170357540811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail103,715 miles (+5,631)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,715 miles
    Test number
    591809814322
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  8. Pass98,084 miles (+1,908)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    98,084 miles
    Test number
    450965931255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail96,176 miles (+11,568)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,176 miles
    Test number
    135762985077
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass84,608 miles (+10,420)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    84,608 miles
    Test number
    979059325177
    • NoteRear tyres bald on inner edge

  11. Pass74,188 miles (+10,424)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    74,188 miles
    Test number
    697207544121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteWipers poor

  12. Pass63,764 miles (+10,224)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    63,764 miles
    Test number
    707040583152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,540 miles (+10,681)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    53,540 miles
    Test number
    777048362121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,859 miles (+4,666)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    42,859 miles
    Test number
    445936971105
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass38,193 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    38,193 miles
    Test number
    759590951088
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L70 VLV

Does L70 VLV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L70 VLV expired on 12 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L70 VLV?
The MOT on L70 VLV expired on 12 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L70 VLV done?
L70 VLV was recorded at 122,005 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2022, an average of 7,234 miles a year.
Has L70 VLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L70 VLV has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on L70 VLV 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 L70 VLV find?
L70 VLV failed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2022 with 1 major defect and 5 advisories: offside headlamp aim too high adjuster broken/not working; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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