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Volvo V70

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,401 cc

LM52 EWSMOT history

LM52 EWS is a blue diesel Volvo V70 first used on 10 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 16 Mar 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 175,478 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2025.

LM52 EWS blue Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Mar 2026
Mileage
175,478 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,692 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 EWS
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 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 EWS was last recorded at 175,478 miles on 17 Mar 2025, 37 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Mar 2012: 106,020 miles, lower than 174,659 miles on 17 Mar 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
175,441 miles · 3 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
37 miles
Average per year
3,692 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 175,478 miles
  • 2024 – 172,030 miles
  • 2023 – 168,448 miles
  • 2022 – 165,969 miles
  • 2021 – 162,788 miles
  • 2020 – 162,440 miles
  • 2019 – 157,905 miles
  • 2018 – 151,063 miles
  • 2017 – 146,928 miles
  • 2016 – 141,076 miles
  • 2015 – 134,637 miles
  • 2014 – 119,666 miles
  • 2013 – 114,139 miles
  • 2012 – 106,020 miles
  • 2011 – 174,659 miles
  • 2010 – 159,954 miles
  • 2009 – 148,658 miles
  • 2008 – 134,347 miles
  • 2007 – 117,899 miles
  • 2006 – 105,245 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,478 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,478 miles (+37)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    175,478 miles
    Test number
    280237144018
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail175,441 miles (+3,411)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,441 miles
    Test number
    665432079655
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass172,030 miles (+3,582)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    172,030 miles
    Test number
    880017676281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass168,448 miles (+2,479)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    168,448 miles
    Test number
    959832010263
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass165,969 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    165,969 miles
    Test number
    654152083679
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail165,969 miles (+3,181)1 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,969 miles
    Test number
    991174164226
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass162,788 miles (+348)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    162,788 miles
    Test number
    646830649523
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass162,440 miles (+4,535)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    162,440 miles
    Test number
    834240977149
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight play both steering rack ends

  9. Pass157,905 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    157,905 miles
    Test number
    296767871537
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail157,905 miles (+6,842)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,905 miles
    Test number
    806077470618
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass151,063 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    151,063 miles
    Test number
    442106425095
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play Both steering rack ends (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail151,063 miles (+4,135)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,063 miles
    Test number
    445246051175
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play Both steering rack ends (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass146,928 miles (+5,852)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    146,928 miles
    Test number
    464882978707
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass141,076 miles (+6,439)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    141,076 miles
    Test number
    615707415213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front salight play rack end

  15. Fail134,637 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,637 miles
    Test number
    719404185096
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edge
    • NoteSteering rack ends slight play

  16. Pass134,637 miles (+14,971)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    134,637 miles
    Test number
    969534285043
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edge
    • NoteSteering rack ends slight play

  17. Pass119,666 miles (+3)9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    119,666 miles
    Test number
    726822694024
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Fail119,663 miles (+5,524)3 failures9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,663 miles
    Test number
    359754184095
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass114,139 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    114,139 miles
    Test number
    989819673013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail114,139 miles (+8,119)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,139 miles
    Test number
    837258773002
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Towbar retaining device missing (6.6.3a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass106,020 miles7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    106,020 miles
    Test number
    526146372035
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar 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 Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs deteriorated/corrosion
    • NoteN/s/r tyre outerside wall slight damage

  22. Fail106,020 miles (-68,639)3 failures7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,020 miles
    Test number
    728596972065
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar 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 Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs deteriorated/corrosion
    • NoteN/s/r tyre outerside wall slight damage

  23. Pass174,659 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    174,659 miles
    Test number
    916206071075
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack ends

  24. Fail174,659 miles (+14,705)2 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,659 miles
    Test number
    636356071030
    • FailureNearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureOffside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack ends

  25. Pass159,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    159,954 miles
    Test number
    134253540407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail159,954 miles (+11,296)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,954 miles
    Test number
    980523440027
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  27. Pass148,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    148,658 miles
    Test number
    850348659082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail148,658 miles (+14,311)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,658 miles
    Test number
    320678859011
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

  29. Pass134,347 miles (+16,448)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    134,347 miles
    Test number
    184822278439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass117,899 miles (+12,654)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    117,899 miles
    Test number
    151168967033
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  31. Pass105,245 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    105,245 miles
    Test number
    522669566001
    • 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)

  32. Fail105,223 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,223 miles
    Test number
    212215966037
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

Questions about LM52 EWS

Does LM52 EWS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 EWS expired on 16 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 EWS?
The MOT on LM52 EWS expired on 16 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 EWS done?
LM52 EWS was recorded at 175,478 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2025, an average of 3,692 miles a year.
Has LM52 EWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 EWS has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 EWS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Mar 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM52 EWS find?
LM52 EWS passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2025 with 1 minor defect: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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