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Volvo V70

Green · Petrol · 2003 · 2,435 cc

P10 ELMMOT history

P10 ELM is a green petrol Volvo V70 first used on 16 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 197,506 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2026.

P10 ELM green Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
197,506 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
9,288 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P10 ELM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P10 ELM was last recorded at 197,506 miles on 15 Aug 2026, 6,365 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,141 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,365 miles
Average per year
9,288 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 197,506 miles
  • 2025 – 191,141 miles
  • 2024 – 183,459 miles
  • 2023 – 172,351 miles
  • 2022 – 161,526 miles
  • 2021 – 149,246 miles
  • 2020 – 135,841 miles
  • 2019 – 122,301 miles
  • 2018 – 106,021 miles
  • 2017 – 88,537 miles
  • 2016 – 73,337 miles
  • 2015 – 60,247 miles
  • 2014 – 46,390 miles
  • 2013 – 40,678 miles
  • 2012 – 37,890 miles
  • 2011 – 35,226 miles
  • 2010 – 33,122 miles
  • 2009 – 29,320 miles
  • 2008 – 25,345 miles
  • 2007 – 21,020 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,506 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Eml on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

32 tests since 15 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,506 miles (+6,365)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    197,506 miles
    Test number
    677909294713
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass191,141 miles (+7,682)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    191,141 miles
    Test number
    959001859167
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass183,459 miles (+11,108)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    183,459 miles
    Test number
    923624680062
    • MinorOffside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass172,351 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    172,351 miles
    Test number
    260155048566
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Fail172,349 miles (+10,823)2 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,349 miles
    Test number
    106793616696
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Pass161,526 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    161,526 miles
    Test number
    993192784482
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail161,525 miles (+12,279)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,525 miles
    Test number
    499878232040
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass149,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    149,246 miles
    Test number
    316563997434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail149,246 miles (+13,405)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,246 miles
    Test number
    145500817533
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass135,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    135,841 miles
    Test number
    597398016477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail135,841 miles (+13,540)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,841 miles
    Test number
    368172462821
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass122,301 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    122,301 miles
    Test number
    791031210985
    • AdvisoryEml on

  13. Fail122,295 miles (+16,274)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,295 miles
    Test number
    447762980612
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml on

  14. Pass106,021 miles (+192)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    106,021 miles
    Test number
    326742968041
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Fail105,829 miles (+17,292)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,829 miles
    Test number
    949911148361
    • MajorFront Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  16. Pass88,537 miles (+61)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    88,537 miles
    Test number
    551677679968
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  17. Fail88,476 miles (+15,139)2 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,476 miles
    Test number
    695639591056
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  18. Pass73,337 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    73,337 miles
    Test number
    630734477294
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges advise tracking check
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  19. Fail73,337 miles (+13,090)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,337 miles
    Test number
    253116579997
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges advise tracking check
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  20. Pass60,247 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    60,247 miles
    Test number
    346675405495
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail60,247 miles (+13,857)7 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,247 miles
    Test number
    386065605289
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail46,390 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,390 miles
    Test number
    599325904233
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass46,390 miles (+5,712)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    46,390 miles
    Test number
    647195904243
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Pass40,678 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    40,678 miles
    Test number
    915637123212
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Fail40,678 miles (+2,788)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,678 miles
    Test number
    438097823240
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre starting to crack and perish

  26. Pass37,890 miles (+2,664)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    37,890 miles
    Test number
    375628902464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass35,226 miles (+2,104)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    35,226 miles
    Test number
    797113901246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass33,122 miles (+3,802)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    33,122 miles
    Test number
    373036210214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass29,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    29,320 miles
    Test number
    410007819200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail29,320 miles (+3,975)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,320 miles
    Test number
    930967019251
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  31. Pass25,345 miles (+4,325)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    25,345 miles
    Test number
    711101538265
    • NoteStrong Adv O/S/F Tyre worn badly on inner edge

  32. Pass21,020 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    21,020 miles
    Test number
    523817627238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P10 ELM

Does P10 ELM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P10 ELM is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on P10 ELM?
The MOT on P10 ELM is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P10 ELM done?
P10 ELM was recorded at 197,506 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2026, an average of 9,288 miles a year.
Has P10 ELM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P10 ELM has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on P10 ELM 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 P10 ELM find?
P10 ELM passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear.

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