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Volvo V70

Red · Petrol · 2002 · 2,435 cc

LA51 FTOMOT history

LA51 FTO is a red petrol Volvo V70 first used on 17 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 28 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 149,650 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

LA51 FTO red Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Feb 2027
Mileage
149,650 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,941 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 FTO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
17 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 FTO was last recorded at 149,650 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 1,476 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,174 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,476 miles
Average per year
3,941 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,650 miles
  • 2025 – 148,174 miles
  • 2024 – 145,554 miles
  • 2023 – 145,295 miles
  • 2015 – 135,306 miles
  • 2014 – 129,554 miles
  • 2013 – 123,592 miles
  • 2012 – 117,583 miles
  • 2011 – 110,253 miles
  • 2010 – 101,988 miles
  • 2009 – 92,184 miles
  • 2008 – 83,798 miles
  • 2007 – 77,394 miles
  • 2006 – 71,178 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,650 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,650 miles (+1,476)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    149,650 miles
    Test number
    524151025168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass148,174 miles (+2,620)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    148,174 miles
    Test number
    620476823109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass145,554 miles (+259)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    145,554 miles
    Test number
    598688199373
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass145,295 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    145,295 miles
    Test number
    286202273714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail145,293 miles (+9,987)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,293 miles
    Test number
    282950404062
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass135,306 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    135,306 miles
    Test number
    935563755183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAll four tyres wearing low on inside edges

  7. Fail135,306 miles (+5,752)7 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,306 miles
    Test number
    947423355181
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAll four tyres wearing low on inside edges

  8. Pass129,554 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    129,554 miles
    Test number
    398005754119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail129,554 miles (+5,962)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,554 miles
    Test number
    568315654195
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass123,592 miles (+6,009)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    123,592 miles
    Test number
    978360453188
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass117,583 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    117,583 miles
    Test number
    675876232190
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail117,583 miles (+7,330)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,583 miles
    Test number
    977426732179
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass110,253 miles (+8,265)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    110,253 miles
    Test number
    907904241143
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass101,988 miles (+9,804)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    101,988 miles
    Test number
    850218350183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass92,184 miles (+8,386)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    92,184 miles
    Test number
    784062579002
    • NoteSlight wear in nearside and offside front lower suspension arm bushes

  16. Pass83,798 miles (+6,404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    83,798 miles
    Test number
    580044568019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass77,394 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    77,394 miles
    Test number
    501312377027
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Fail77,394 miles (+6,216)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,394 miles
    Test number
    853402577081
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail71,178 miles2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,178 miles
    Test number
    364937286093
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Upper Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre showing signs of wear on inner edge.

  20. Pass71,178 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    71,178 miles
    Test number
    902877686069
    • AdvisoryInner Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre showing signs of wear on inner edge.

Questions about LA51 FTO

Does LA51 FTO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 FTO is valid until 28 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 FTO?
The MOT on LA51 FTO is valid until 28 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 FTO done?
LA51 FTO was recorded at 149,650 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 3,941 miles a year.
Has LA51 FTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 FTO has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LA51 FTO 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 LA51 FTO find?
LA51 FTO passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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