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Volvo V70

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,435 cc

LB51 SXRMOT history

LB51 SXR is a blue petrol Volvo V70 first used on 22 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 28 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 138,788 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Feb 2027
Mileage
138,788 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,732 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 SXR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 SXR was last recorded at 138,788 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 1,121 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,667 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,121 miles
Average per year
4,732 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,788 miles
  • 2025 – 137,667 miles
  • 2024 – 136,382 miles
  • 2023 – 135,269 miles
  • 2022 – 134,422 miles
  • 2021 – 131,135 miles
  • 2020 – 128,542 miles
  • 2019 – 125,275 miles
  • 2018 – 121,688 miles
  • 2017 – 118,459 miles
  • 2016 – 114,596 miles
  • 2015 – 110,204 miles
  • 2014 – 106,672 miles
  • 2013 – 102,430 miles
  • 2012 – 99,607 miles
  • 2010 – 98,842 miles
  • 2009 – 90,757 miles
  • 2008 – 78,992 miles
  • 2006 – 54,036 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,788 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
  • AdvisoryNot able to check outer sills

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 11 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,788 miles (+1,121)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    138,788 miles
    Test number
    632568432269
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNot able to check outer sills

  2. Pass137,667 miles (+1,285)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    137,667 miles
    Test number
    612723769814
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass136,382 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    136,382 miles
    Test number
    317333218854
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail136,382 miles (+1,113)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,382 miles
    Test number
    304960798143
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass135,269 miles (+847)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    135,269 miles
    Test number
    547906065822
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroding

  6. Pass134,422 miles (+3,287)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    134,422 miles
    Test number
    644399513217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass131,135 miles (+2,593)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    131,135 miles
    Test number
    893133098839
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass128,542 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    128,542 miles
    Test number
    483735177094
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorating

  9. Fail128,542 miles (+3,267)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,542 miles
    Test number
    449368044077
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNoise from o/s/f drive shaft

  10. Pass125,275 miles (+3,587)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    125,275 miles
    Test number
    339885655026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass121,688 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    121,688 miles
    Test number
    305538566399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail121,688 miles (+3,229)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,688 miles
    Test number
    728889472353
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass118,459 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    118,459 miles
    Test number
    139364827357
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Fail118,459 miles (+3,863)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,459 miles
    Test number
    303428212821
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass114,596 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    114,596 miles
    Test number
    994519679447
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail114,596 miles (+4,392)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,596 miles
    Test number
    195115047764
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering component(s) leaking resevior leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass110,204 miles (+3,532)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    110,204 miles
    Test number
    958319145003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass106,672 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    106,672 miles
    Test number
    106199654065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Fail106,672 miles (+4,242)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,672 miles
    Test number
    619459054047
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Fail102,430 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,430 miles
    Test number
    188247253088
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass102,430 miles (+2,823)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    102,430 miles
    Test number
    958297653088
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass99,607 miles (+7)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    99,607 miles
    Test number
    709220762036
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  23. Fail99,600 miles (+758)5 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,600 miles
    Test number
    979378052039
    • FailureCentre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteBACK BOX RUSTY AND MOUNTIN BRACKETS
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  24. Pass98,842 miles (+4)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    98,842 miles
    Test number
    793710450321
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r side light bulb inop
    • NoteSteering lower colum rubber gaiter bearing pop out

  25. Fail98,838 miles (+8,081)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,838 miles
    Test number
    340658640303
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r side light bulb inop
    • NoteSteering lower colum rubber gaiter bearing pop out

  26. Pass90,757 miles (+11,765)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    90,757 miles
    Test number
    412685469449
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  27. Pass78,992 miles (+12,415)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    78,992 miles
    Test number
    694234658364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass66,577 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    66,577 miles
    Test number
    504394908002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail66,577 miles (+12,541)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,577 miles
    Test number
    454743108077
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/r upper sidelight inoperative

  30. Pass54,036 miles (+10,465)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    54,036 miles
    Test number
    980878046369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass43,571 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    43,571 miles
    Test number
    130461116452
    • NoteFront brake pads worn close to excess
    • NoteFront discs worn close to excess

Questions about LB51 SXR

Does LB51 SXR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 SXR is valid until 28 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB51 SXR?
The MOT on LB51 SXR 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 LB51 SXR done?
LB51 SXR was recorded at 138,788 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 4,732 miles a year.
Has LB51 SXR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 SXR has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LB51 SXR 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 LB51 SXR find?
LB51 SXR passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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