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Volvo V70

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,401 cc

LB53 CVFMOT history

LB53 CVF is a blue diesel Volvo V70 first used on 10 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 214,689 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jan 2027
Mileage
214,689 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
10,066 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 CVF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 CVF was last recorded at 214,689 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,666 miles · 16 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
10,066 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 214,689 miles
  • 2025 – 196,747 miles
  • 2024 – 196,719 miles
  • 2023 – 166,933 miles
  • 2022 – 149,338 miles
  • 2021 – 142,625 miles
  • 2020 – 141,244 miles
  • 2019 – 137,969 miles
  • 2018 – 132,807 miles
  • 2017 – 125,946 miles
  • 2016 – 121,216 miles
  • 2015 – 117,976 miles
  • 2014 – 114,567 miles
  • 2013 – 106,652 miles
  • 2012 – 98,422 miles
  • 2011 – 90,594 miles
  • 2010 – 80,867 miles
  • 2009 – 70,560 miles
  • 2008 – 58,036 miles
  • 2007 – 42,285 miles
  • 2006 – 22,016 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,689 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

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 Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass214,689 miles (+23)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    214,689 miles
    Test number
    783766018693
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail214,666 miles (+17,919)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,666 miles
    Test number
    820102469026
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass196,747 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    196,747 miles
    Test number
    130435353917
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel injector seal leaking emitting fumes under bonnet
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Fail196,747 miles (+28)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,747 miles
    Test number
    915926020543
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel injector seal leaking emitting fumes under bonnet
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Fail196,719 miles (+29,786)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,719 miles
    Test number
    330292943542
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Tyre obviously under inflated both (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel injector seal leaking, emitting fumes under bonnet
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive *STRONG ADVISE* (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass166,933 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    166,933 miles
    Test number
    831979575172
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail166,933 miles (+17,595)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,933 miles
    Test number
    843154833245
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass149,338 miles (+6,713)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    149,338 miles
    Test number
    651218764163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass142,625 miles (+1,381)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    142,625 miles
    Test number
    130139977048
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both front
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass141,244 miles (+3,275)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    141,244 miles
    Test number
    303729516718
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass137,969 miles (+5,162)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    137,969 miles
    Test number
    304418323846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass132,807 miles (+6,861)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    132,807 miles
    Test number
    816052705136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (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 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass125,946 miles (+22)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    125,946 miles
    Test number
    438005307701
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play Rack End (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play Rack End (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Both tyres perrished

  14. Fail125,924 miles (+4,708)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,924 miles
    Test number
    134285562510
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Forward (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play Rack End (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play Rack End (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Both tyres perrished

  15. Pass121,216 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    121,216 miles
    Test number
    759529736412
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  16. Fail121,205 miles (+3,229)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,205 miles
    Test number
    939559174637
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  17. Pass117,976 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    117,976 miles
    Test number
    514796561086
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly feathering
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking brake under performance
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade rubber split

  18. Fail117,976 miles (+3,409)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,976 miles
    Test number
    239851094724
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly feathering
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking brake under performance
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade rubber split

  19. Pass114,567 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    114,567 miles
    Test number
    388033505018
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  20. Fail114,567 miles (+7,915)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,567 miles
    Test number
    416373964492
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  21. Fail106,652 miles1 repaired4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,652 miles
    Test number
    746804663369
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront brake application slightly uneven
    • NoteNearside number plate lamp dull
    • NoteRear brake application slightly uneven
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass106,652 miles (+8,230)4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    106,652 miles
    Test number
    917784663346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront brake application slightly uneven
    • NoteNearside number plate lamp dull
    • NoteRear brake application slightly uneven
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass98,422 miles (+7,828)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    98,422 miles
    Test number
    707706962318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass90,594 miles (+9,727)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    90,594 miles
    Test number
    677605861358
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust hanging brackets very corroded.

  25. Pass80,867 miles (+10,307)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    80,867 miles
    Test number
    300635340314
    • NoteAll four tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteBoth front lower arm front bushes slightly deteriorated

  26. Pass70,560 miles (+12,524)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    70,560 miles
    Test number
    113988839303
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass58,036 miles (+15,751)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    58,036 miles
    Test number
    421865648420
    • NoteBulb failure displayed on dash, all bulbs appear ok
    • NoteMovement in both front lower arm front bushes
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn bald on outer edge and has nail in tread

  28. Pass42,285 miles (+20,269)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    42,285 miles
    Test number
    671630837340
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth front tyre void of tread inner edges

  29. Pass22,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    22,016 miles
    Test number
    240514436373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 CVF

Does LB53 CVF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 CVF is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 CVF?
The MOT on LB53 CVF is valid until 19 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 CVF done?
LB53 CVF was recorded at 214,689 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 10,066 miles a year.
Has LB53 CVF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 CVF has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 CVF 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 LB53 CVF find?
LB53 CVF passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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