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Volvo V70

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,435 cc

L77 GLDMOT history

L77 GLD is a black petrol Volvo V70 first used on 28 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 163,172 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

L77 GLD black Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
163,172 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,166 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L77 GLD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
28 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L77 GLD was last recorded at 163,172 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 39 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,133 miles · 7 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
39 miles
Average per year
7,166 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,172 miles
  • 2025 – 160,798 miles
  • 2024 – 158,996 miles
  • 2023 – 156,611 miles
  • 2022 – 154,544 miles
  • 2021 – 153,282 miles
  • 2019 – 151,936 miles
  • 2018 – 150,263 miles
  • 2017 – 145,730 miles
  • 2015 – 138,714 miles
  • 2014 – 124,232 miles
  • 2013 – 113,637 miles
  • 2012 – 100,133 miles
  • 2011 – 86,920 miles
  • 2010 – 73,111 miles
  • 2009 – 61,397 miles
  • 2008 – 46,985 miles
  • 2007 – 29,488 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,172 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on both edges. (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Inner rim. (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on both edges. (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside. (5.3.1 (b) (i))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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 21 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,172 miles (+39)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    163,172 miles
    Test number
    739692516527
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on both edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Inner rim. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on both edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail163,133 miles (+2,335)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,133 miles
    Test number
    430593170169
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on both edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Inner rim. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on both edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass160,798 miles (+1,802)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    160,798 miles
    Test number
    608930217107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn both edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass158,996 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    158,996 miles
    Test number
    915670752745
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both inner bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Nearside and offside.

  5. Fail158,990 miles (+2,379)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,990 miles
    Test number
    350951413537
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both. (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both inner bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Nearside and offside.

  6. Pass156,611 miles (+2,067)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    156,611 miles
    Test number
    901967121592
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner rim. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Inner rim. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass154,544 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    154,544 miles
    Test number
    309773911237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail154,544 miles (+1,262)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,544 miles
    Test number
    964649351931
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass153,282 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    153,282 miles
    Test number
    477338872162
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail153,282 miles (+1,346)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,282 miles
    Test number
    365510961244
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass151,936 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    151,936 miles
    Test number
    584913888758
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted damage (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail151,936 miles (+1,673)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,936 miles
    Test number
    855538305969
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted damage (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass150,263 miles (+7)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    150,263 miles
    Test number
    929411800615
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources DIM. (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps have condensation in them .

  14. Fail150,256 miles (+2,380)1 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,256 miles
    Test number
    909504167803
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% uneven application (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour shows white (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2 x places . (back box bracket broken off) (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources DIM. (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps have condensation in them .

  15. Pass147,876 miles (+2,146)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    147,876 miles
    Test number
    117660759253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass145,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    145,730 miles
    Test number
    628894138315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail145,692 miles (+6,978)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,692 miles
    Test number
    325332437345
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass138,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    138,714 miles
    Test number
    251338500560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail138,714 miles (+14,482)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,714 miles
    Test number
    127238093681
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass124,232 miles (+10,595)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    124,232 miles
    Test number
    329289654431
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass113,637 miles (+3,232)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    113,637 miles
    Test number
    409212063269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass110,405 miles (+10,272)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    110,405 miles
    Test number
    468130433181
    • NoteOSR tyre worn on outside edge
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass100,133 miles (+13,213)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    100,133 miles
    Test number
    727591432169
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass86,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    86,920 miles
    Test number
    877369031196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail86,920 miles (+13,809)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,920 miles
    Test number
    887608431144
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Pass73,111 miles (+11,714)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    73,111 miles
    Test number
    200555240144
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  27. Pass61,397 miles (+14,412)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    61,397 miles
    Test number
    193494039198
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • 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)
    • NoteNsf wheel rim damaged

  28. Pass46,985 miles (+17,497)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    46,985 miles
    Test number
    262818548488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  29. Pass29,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    29,488 miles
    Test number
    510341447193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L77 GLD

Does L77 GLD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L77 GLD is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L77 GLD?
The MOT on L77 GLD is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L77 GLD done?
L77 GLD was recorded at 163,172 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 7,166 miles a year.
Has L77 GLD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L77 GLD has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L77 GLD 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 L77 GLD find?
L77 GLD passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on both edges.; nearside rear road wheel slightly distorted inner rim., and 4 more.

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