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Volvo V70

Green · Petrol · 2003 · 2,435 cc

LB53 WBTMOT history

LB53 WBT is a green petrol Volvo V70 first used on 31 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 171,244 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
171,244 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
8,045 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 WBT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 WBT was last recorded at 171,244 miles on 16 May 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,243 miles · 12 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
8,045 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 171,244 miles
  • 2024 – 167,489 miles
  • 2023 – 162,724 miles
  • 2022 – 158,482 miles
  • 2021 – 153,738 miles
  • 2020 – 150,456 miles
  • 2019 – 146,140 miles
  • 2018 – 140,060 miles
  • 2017 – 134,525 miles
  • 2016 – 128,962 miles
  • 2015 – 123,828 miles
  • 2014 – 117,481 miles
  • 2013 – 111,245 miles
  • 2012 – 105,573 miles
  • 2010 – 80,193 miles
  • 2009 – 66,229 miles
  • 2007 – 35,837 miles
  • 2006 – 23,059 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and on 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Catalytic converter has broken up in side and is making a noise

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer tyre wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 14 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    697471468198
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass171,244 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    171,244 miles
    Test number
    918429282399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and on 2mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside diff seal slight leak
    • AdvisoryCatalytic converter has broken up in side and is making a noise

  3. Fail171,243 miles (+3,754)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,243 miles
    Test number
    715417570762
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and on 2mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCatalytic converter has broken up in side and is making a noise

  4. Pass167,489 miles (+4,765)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    167,489 miles
    Test number
    998646968166
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass162,724 miles (+163)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2024
    Odometer
    162,724 miles
    Test number
    722590703610
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail162,561 miles (+4,079)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,561 miles
    Test number
    230691372425
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass158,482 miles (+204)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2023
    Odometer
    158,482 miles
    Test number
    808936964056
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre as damage to tyre side wall Not to cords

  8. Fail158,278 miles (+4,540)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,278 miles
    Test number
    165068015561
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre side wall damaged badly (not to cords)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust box mounting bracket come away (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass153,738 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    153,738 miles
    Test number
    883445269838
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Hand brake effort low

  10. Fail153,738 miles (+3,282)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,738 miles
    Test number
    452480529580
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Hand brake effort low

  11. Pass150,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2021
    Odometer
    150,456 miles
    Test number
    444566000971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail150,456 miles (+4,316)2 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,456 miles
    Test number
    135887153159
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements damage (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass146,140 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2020
    Odometer
    146,140 miles
    Test number
    606011900779
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Fail146,140 miles (+6,080)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,140 miles
    Test number
    613953150393
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass140,060 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2019
    Odometer
    140,060 miles
    Test number
    789163409603
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn badly on inner edge ADVICE REPLACING
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail140,055 miles (+5,530)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,055 miles
    Test number
    652632984146
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn badly on inner edge ADVICE REPLACING
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass134,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    134,525 miles
    Test number
    724164870630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail134,525 miles (+5,563)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,525 miles
    Test number
    516201289453
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass128,962 miles (+5,134)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    128,962 miles
    Test number
    207442232138
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFuel cap rubber ring perishing

  20. Fail123,828 miles3 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,828 miles
    Test number
    476486735190
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  21. Pass123,828 miles (+6,347)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    123,828 miles
    Test number
    856276435123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  22. Pass117,481 miles (+6,236)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    117,481 miles
    Test number
    428185334154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass111,245 miles (+5,672)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    111,245 miles
    Test number
    465208443116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass105,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    105,573 miles
    Test number
    958319232169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail105,573 miles (+25,380)1 dangerous1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,573 miles
    Test number
    737977432115
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteREAR BRAKE DISCS CORRODED & PITTED.
    • NoteREAR BRAKES 35% IMBALANCED.

  26. Pass80,193 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    80,193 miles
    Test number
    593967530340
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFuel filler cap seal slightly deteriorated
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer sidewall slight cut (no cords exposed)
    • NoteNearside rear brake pipe adrift from retaining clip (pipe not fouling or rubbing any components)

  27. Fail80,193 miles (+13,964)2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,193 miles
    Test number
    291027630381
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFuel filler cap seal slightly deteriorated
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer sidewall slight cut (no cords exposed)
    • NoteNearside rear brake pipe adrift from retaining clip (pipe not fouling or rubbing any components)

  28. Pass66,229 miles (+18,507)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    66,229 miles
    Test number
    830243059341
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteNearside rear brake pipe has come adrift from fixing but is not rubbing on any other components

  29. Fail47,722 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,722 miles
    Test number
    141242809498
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • 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)
    • NotePower steering hose weeping fluid

  30. Pass47,722 miles (+11,885)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    47,722 miles
    Test number
    982032709053
    • 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)
    • NotePower steering hose weeping fluid

  31. Pass35,837 miles (+12,778)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    35,837 miles
    Test number
    544554357367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass23,059 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    23,059 miles
    Test number
    111318346329
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB53 WBT

Does LB53 WBT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 WBT is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 WBT?
The MOT on LB53 WBT is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 WBT done?
LB53 WBT was recorded at 171,244 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2025, an average of 8,045 miles a year.
Has LB53 WBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 WBT has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 WBT 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 WBT find?
LB53 WBT passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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