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Volvo V70

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,435 cc

LA51 UWTMOT history

LA51 UWT is a blue petrol Volvo V70 first used on 20 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 15 Nov 2022 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 121,707 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Nov 2021.

LA51 UWT blue Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Nov 2022
Mileage
121,707 mi
At MOT on 16 Nov 2021
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,657 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 UWT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
20 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
16 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 UWT was last recorded at 121,707 miles on 16 Nov 2021, 6,858 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,849 miles · 18 Jun 2020
Between the last two tests
6,858 miles
Average per year
6,657 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 121,707 miles
  • 2020 – 114,849 miles
  • 2019 – 111,056 miles
  • 2018 – 105,927 miles
  • 2017 – 97,102 miles
  • 2016 – 77,517 miles
  • 2015 – 67,872 miles
  • 2014 – 59,663 miles
  • 2013 – 51,939 miles
  • 2012 – 45,047 miles
  • 2011 – 39,119 miles
  • 2010 – 34,466 miles
  • 2009 – 28,062 miles
  • 2008 – 24,194 miles
  • 2007 – 20,249 miles
  • 2006 – 16,482 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,707 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (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.

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Emission lamp illuminated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 26 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,707 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    121,707 miles
    Test number
    757106865654
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail121,707 miles2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,707 miles
    Test number
    175403388328
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    660517115745
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  4. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    106070963882
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inside wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass114,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    114,849 miles
    Test number
    273189094579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail114,849 miles (+3,793)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,849 miles
    Test number
    508385104969
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn Drop link. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn Drop link. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn Drop link. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass111,056 miles (+5,129)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    111,056 miles
    Test number
    910277845474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass105,927 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    105,927 miles
    Test number
    337408080917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail105,910 miles (+8,808)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,910 miles
    Test number
    453216662283
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  10. Pass97,102 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    97,102 miles
    Test number
    801911402862
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEmission lamp illuminated

  11. Fail97,102 miles (+7,625)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,102 miles
    Test number
    380835610198
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement inner wishbone bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement inner wishbone bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEmission lamp illuminated

  12. Pass89,477 miles (+140)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    89,477 miles
    Test number
    715968594792
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail89,337 miles (+11,820)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,337 miles
    Test number
    275937365476
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from ns gearbox oil seal.rear pads getting low

  14. Pass77,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    77,517 miles
    Test number
    735859527092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail77,517 miles (+9,645)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,517 miles
    Test number
    713634536826
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended shock top mount (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended shock top mount (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear see fitting instructions when fitting new tyres as to depth. AWD

  16. Pass67,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    67,872 miles
    Test number
    797363125029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail67,872 miles (+8,209)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,872 miles
    Test number
    778629115071
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass59,663 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    59,663 miles
    Test number
    586549004092
    • NoteNSR shock absorber is very weak
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  19. Fail59,663 miles (+7,724)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,663 miles
    Test number
    426429104091
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNSR shock absorber is very weak
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  20. Pass51,939 miles (+6,892)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    51,939 miles
    Test number
    807533003074
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/S/R TYRE CRACKED AND SCUFFED ON OUTER WALL

  21. Pass45,047 miles (+5,928)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    45,047 miles
    Test number
    589725402066
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/S/R TYRE CRACKED ON OUTTER WALL
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN N/S STEERING ARM

  22. Pass39,119 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    39,119 miles
    Test number
    905448411066
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has cracks to outer wall

  23. Fail39,119 miles (+4,653)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,119 miles
    Test number
    735427911043
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s/f wiper blade is split
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has cracks to outer wall

  24. Fail34,466 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,466 miles
    Test number
    114700220058
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass34,466 miles (+6,404)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    34,466 miles
    Test number
    733780220004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,062 miles (+3,868)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    28,062 miles
    Test number
    171900529455
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNumber plates faded

  27. Pass24,194 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    24,194 miles
    Test number
    252032818054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail24,193 miles (+3,944)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,193 miles
    Test number
    192011718013
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass20,249 miles (+3,767)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    20,249 miles
    Test number
    630058507064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass16,482 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    16,482 miles
    Test number
    262286726025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about LA51 UWT

Does LA51 UWT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 UWT expired on 15 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 UWT?
The MOT on LA51 UWT expired on 15 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 UWT done?
LA51 UWT was recorded at 121,707 miles at its MOT on 16 Nov 2021, an average of 6,657 miles a year.
Has LA51 UWT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 UWT has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LA51 UWT 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 UWT find?
LA51 UWT passed its latest MOT on 16 Nov 2021 with 2 advisories: central rear oil leak, but not excessive diff; offside front drag link end ball joint has slight play.

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