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Volvo V70

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,401 cc

LR53 EPFMOT history

LR53 EPF is a blue diesel Volvo V70 first used on 12 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 214,548 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

LR53 EPF blue Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
214,548 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
9,991 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 EPF
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
12 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 EPF was last recorded at 214,548 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,537 miles · 20 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
9,991 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 214,548 miles
  • 2025 – 205,459 miles
  • 2024 – 197,950 miles
  • 2023 – 189,938 miles
  • 2022 – 180,043 miles
  • 2021 – 173,455 miles
  • 2020 – 168,243 miles
  • 2019 – 158,381 miles
  • 2018 – 141,746 miles
  • 2017 – 129,979 miles
  • 2016 – 122,724 miles
  • 2015 – 115,450 miles
  • 2014 – 104,978 miles
  • 2012 – 89,865 miles
  • 2011 – 76,514 miles
  • 2010 – 69,186 miles
  • 2009 – 58,166 miles
  • 2008 – 47,984 miles
  • 2007 – 33,330 miles
  • 2006 – 20,263 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,548 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Further investigation required (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUndertray & side skirtsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Trailer electrical socket insecure

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on inner edge.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

31 tests since 15 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,548 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    214,548 miles
    Test number
    463497922051
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Further investigation required (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray & side skirts

  2. Fail214,537 miles (+9,078)1 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,537 miles
    Test number
    965622653903
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment no reserve travel (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside park brake effort lower than expected efficiency only just met
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Further investigation required (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray & side skirts

  3. Pass205,459 miles (+7,509)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    205,459 miles
    Test number
    789604207090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass197,950 miles (+8,012)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    197,950 miles
    Test number
    524395011679
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass189,938 miles (+12)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    189,938 miles
    Test number
    183498938920
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Fail189,926 miles (+9,883)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,926 miles
    Test number
    842195137624
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass180,043 miles (+6,588)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    180,043 miles
    Test number
    784216988106
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass173,455 miles (+5,212)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    173,455 miles
    Test number
    147186832318
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass168,243 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    168,243 miles
    Test number
    551068554720
    • AdvisoryEngine x under covers x sill covers fitted / n/s/f fog inop / corrosion on coil springs / slight play in front drop links /
    • AdvisoryO/s handbrake reading low [adv get looked at]

  10. Fail168,243 miles (+9,862)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,243 miles
    Test number
    351646568044
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine x under covers x sill covers fitted / n/s/f fog inop / corrosion on coil springs / slight play in front drop links /
    • AdvisoryO/s handbrake reading low [adv get looked at]

  11. Pass158,381 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    158,381 miles
    Test number
    476573048309
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail158,381 miles (+16,635)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,381 miles
    Test number
    275932380676
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass141,746 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    141,746 miles
    Test number
    852379626769
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers have very low efficiency

  14. Fail141,746 miles (+11,767)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,746 miles
    Test number
    387847997422
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers have very low efficiency

  15. Pass129,979 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    129,979 miles
    Test number
    199433207888
    • AdvisorySill Covers fitted
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  16. Fail129,979 miles (+7,255)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,979 miles
    Test number
    521092698594
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisorySill Covers fitted
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  17. Pass122,724 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    122,724 miles
    Test number
    355869682996
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust hangers broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge heavily worn (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail122,723 miles (+7,273)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,723 miles
    Test number
    762805713931
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust hangers broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge heavily worn (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass115,450 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    115,450 miles
    Test number
    735798755080
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail115,450 miles (+10,472)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,450 miles
    Test number
    899458755002
    • DangerousNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail104,978 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,978 miles
    Test number
    736146864094
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass104,978 miles (+15,113)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    104,978 miles
    Test number
    997016064008
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  23. Pass89,865 miles (+13,351)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    89,865 miles
    Test number
    206438212347
    • 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)
    • NoteOsf fog lamp not working
    • NoteOsr upper park lamp not working
    • NoteSlight damage to nsf tyre outer side wall

  24. Pass76,514 miles (+7,328)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    76,514 miles
    Test number
    968017481222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteO/s/r brake disc pitted
    • NoteRear tyres getting low
    • NoteSlight play in both front wheels

  25. Pass69,186 miles (+361)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    69,186 miles
    Test number
    301732890474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail68,825 miles (+10,659)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,825 miles
    Test number
    442994180227
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteO/s/r brake disc pitted
    • NoteSlight play in both front wheels

  27. Pass58,166 miles (+10,182)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    58,166 miles
    Test number
    902871479218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass47,984 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    47,984 miles
    Test number
    250629958248
    • 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)

  29. Fail47,984 miles (+14,654)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,984 miles
    Test number
    360749058248
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside 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)

  30. Pass33,330 miles (+13,067)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    33,330 miles
    Test number
    494407957232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass20,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    20,263 miles
    Test number
    303258256433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 EPF

Does LR53 EPF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 EPF is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 EPF?
The MOT on LR53 EPF is valid until 24 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 EPF done?
LR53 EPF was recorded at 214,548 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 9,991 miles a year.
Has LR53 EPF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 EPF has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LR53 EPF 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 LR53 EPF find?
LR53 EPF passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive further investigation required, and 1 more.

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