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Volvo V70

Gold · Diesel · 2008 · 2,400 cc

L8 URFMOT history

L8 URF is a gold diesel Volvo V70 first used on 14 Oct 2008. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 16 MOT tests, with 153,395 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2026.

L8 URF gold Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2027
Mileage
153,395 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2026
MOT tests
16
16 passed · 0 failed
Per year
9,403 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 URF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Oct 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 URF was last recorded at 153,395 miles on 3 Oct 2026, 7,457 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
145,938 miles · 27 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
7,457 miles
Average per year
9,403 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,395 miles
  • 2025 – 145,938 miles
  • 2024 – 134,985 miles
  • 2023 – 126,188 miles
  • 2022 – 118,247 miles
  • 2021 – 110,055 miles
  • 2020 – 103,664 miles
  • 2019 – 97,569 miles
  • 2018 – 85,084 miles
  • 2017 – 74,844 miles
  • 2016 – 65,223 miles
  • 2015 – 54,303 miles
  • 2014 – 43,042 miles
  • 2013 – 30,695 miles
  • 2012 – 19,462 miles
  • 2011 – 11,519 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,395 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 1 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,395 miles (+7,457)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    153,395 miles
    Test number
    302112110591
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass145,938 miles (+10,953)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    145,938 miles
    Test number
    213926058196
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass134,985 miles (+8,797)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    134,985 miles
    Test number
    368630946236
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass126,188 miles (+7,941)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    126,188 miles
    Test number
    298733442789
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass118,247 miles (+8,192)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    118,247 miles
    Test number
    200702029839
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass110,055 miles (+6,391)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    110,055 miles
    Test number
    664515441523
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass103,664 miles (+6,095)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    103,664 miles
    Test number
    356772788096
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass97,569 miles (+12,485)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    97,569 miles
    Test number
    541447807552
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass85,084 miles (+10,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    85,084 miles
    Test number
    273238696273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass74,844 miles (+9,621)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    74,844 miles
    Test number
    784179136990
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  11. Pass65,223 miles (+10,920)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    65,223 miles
    Test number
    211761223362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,303 miles (+11,261)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    54,303 miles
    Test number
    795011768350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,042 miles (+12,347)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    43,042 miles
    Test number
    468914794279
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Pass30,695 miles (+11,233)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    30,695 miles
    Test number
    577798693287
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass19,462 miles (+7,943)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    19,462 miles
    Test number
    466196792233
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect under engine compartment due to undertray
  16. Pass11,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    11,519 miles
    Test number
    518424541264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 URF

Does L8 URF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 URF is valid until 26 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 URF?
The MOT on L8 URF is valid until 26 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 URF done?
L8 URF was recorded at 153,395 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2026, an average of 9,403 miles a year.
Has L8 URF ever failed its MOT?
No. L8 URF has passed all 16 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on L8 URF 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 L8 URF find?
L8 URF passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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