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Volvo C70

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

LP51 NFJMOT history

LP51 NFJ is a blue petrol Volvo C70 first used on 31 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 27 Nov 2022 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 85,598 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Nov 2022.

LP51 NFJ blue Volvo C70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo C70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Nov 2022
Mileage
85,598 mi
At MOT on 30 Nov 2022
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,394 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP51 NFJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
C70
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
30 Nov 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LP51 NFJ was last recorded at 85,598 miles on 30 Nov 2022, 3,420 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,178 miles · 24 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
3,420 miles
Average per year
5,394 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 85,598 miles
  • 2021 – 82,178 miles
  • 2020 – 76,658 miles
  • 2019 – 74,464 miles
  • 2018 – 73,488 miles
  • 2017 – 69,970 miles
  • 2016 – 68,765 miles
  • 2015 – 67,621 miles
  • 2014 – 66,270 miles
  • 2013 – 61,042 miles
  • 2012 – 52,758 miles
  • 2011 – 43,163 miles
  • 2010 – 31,674 miles
  • 2009 – 22,645 miles
  • 2008 – 12,362 miles
  • 2007 – 4,658 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail85,598 miles
  • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) steering rack insercure (2.3 (a) (i))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

What MOT failures 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Slight play in steering rack mounting

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Engine hunting on idle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 28 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail85,598 miles (+3,420)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,598 miles
    Test number
    336717428153
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) steering rack insercure (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass82,178 miles (+11)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    82,178 miles
    Test number
    229615040500
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack mounting

  3. Fail82,167 miles (+5,509)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,167 miles
    Test number
    791876615444
    • DangerousNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) To be replaced at the earliest opportunity
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel Handbrake (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack mounting

  4. Pass76,658 miles (+2,194)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    76,658 miles
    Test number
    123030465013
    • DangerousNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Excessive play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack mounting

  5. Pass74,464 miles (+976)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    74,464 miles
    Test number
    705358657653
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass73,488 miles (+3,518)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    73,488 miles
    Test number
    711577298685
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  7. Pass69,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    69,970 miles
    Test number
    952378555452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail69,970 miles (+1,205)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,970 miles
    Test number
    929846353034
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  9. Pass68,765 miles (+1,144)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    68,765 miles
    Test number
    783970478865
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryEngine hunting on idle

  10. Pass67,621 miles (+1,351)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    67,621 miles
    Test number
    923399269677
    • AdvisoryEngine hunting on idle
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inside edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering inner joints

  11. Pass66,270 miles (+5,228)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    66,270 miles
    Test number
    248408224363
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteEngine hunting on idle
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges

  12. Pass61,042 miles (+8,284)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    61,042 miles
    Test number
    895590633334
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteEngine hunting on idle

  13. Pass52,758 miles (+9,595)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    52,758 miles
    Test number
    937754802319
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine hunting on idle

  14. Pass43,163 miles (+11,489)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    43,163 miles
    Test number
    138435121372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,674 miles (+9,029)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    31,674 miles
    Test number
    534836010345
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inside edges
    • NoteNoise from power steering
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inside edges

  16. Pass22,645 miles (+10,283)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    22,645 miles
    Test number
    521251109396
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNoise from power steering

  17. Pass12,362 miles (+7,704)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    12,362 miles
    Test number
    100322908379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass4,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    4,658 miles
    Test number
    460022637303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP51 NFJ

Does LP51 NFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP51 NFJ expired on 27 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP51 NFJ?
The MOT on LP51 NFJ expired on 27 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP51 NFJ done?
LP51 NFJ was recorded at 85,598 miles at its MOT on 30 Nov 2022, an average of 5,394 miles a year.
Has LP51 NFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP51 NFJ has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LP51 NFJ 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 LP51 NFJ find?
LP51 NFJ failed its latest MOT on 30 Nov 2022 with 1 major defect, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) steering rack insercure; battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; all direction indicators slightly discoloured, and 1 more.

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