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Volvo S70

Turquoise · Petrol · 1997 · 1,998 cc

P39 RRTMOT history

P39 RRT is a turquoise petrol Volvo S70 first used on 6 Jun 1997. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 131,499 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jul 2027
Mileage
131,499 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2026
MOT tests
34
19 passed · 15 failed
Per year
2,547 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P39 RRT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S70
Colour
Turquoise
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
6 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P39 RRT was last recorded at 131,499 miles on 1 Aug 2026, 4,485 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,014 miles · 1 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,485 miles
Average per year
2,547 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,499 miles
  • 2025 – 127,014 miles
  • 2024 – 126,750 miles
  • 2022 – 124,589 miles
  • 2021 – 121,458 miles
  • 2019 – 117,990 miles
  • 2018 – 117,576 miles
  • 2017 – 115,450 miles
  • 2016 – 113,152 miles
  • 2015 – 109,543 miles
  • 2014 – 106,217 miles
  • 2013 – 102,772 miles
  • 2012 – 100,329 miles
  • 2011 – 97,210 miles
  • 2010 – 95,823 miles
  • 2009 – 91,590 miles
  • 2008 – 88,844 miles
  • 2007 – 85,662 miles
  • 2006 – 79,781 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,499 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction Wipers not parking correctly

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

34 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,499 miles (+4,485)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    131,499 miles
    Test number
    465985530360
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass127,014 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    127,014 miles
    Test number
    853865389357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail126,965 miles (+215)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,965 miles
    Test number
    278260432626
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass126,750 miles (+2,161)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    126,750 miles
    Test number
    848081719404
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass124,589 miles (+45)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    124,589 miles
    Test number
    270992696789
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction Wipers not parking correctly (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Fail124,544 miles (+3,086)1 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,544 miles
    Test number
    636031292693
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction Wipers not parking correctly (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both sides (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Pass121,458 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    121,458 miles
    Test number
    415349559373
    • AdvisoryCatalytic convertor noisey
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWiper blades not parking correctly

  8. Fail121,451 miles (+3,461)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,451 miles
    Test number
    652591429313
    • MajorNearside Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCatalytic convertor noisey
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryWiper blades not parking correctly

  9. Pass117,990 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    117,990 miles
    Test number
    182570989669
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail117,990 miles (+414)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,990 miles
    Test number
    141949835972
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass117,576 miles (+2,126)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    117,576 miles
    Test number
    699491600440
    • AdvisoryFront Slight movement in steering mechanism
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass115,450 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    115,450 miles
    Test number
    820180523690
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on outer edge

  13. Fail115,439 miles (+2,287)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,439 miles
    Test number
    946023903631
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt offside & nearside front (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureBrake disc modified and seriously weakened offside & nearside front (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin offside & nearside front (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on outer edge

  14. Pass113,152 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    113,152 miles
    Test number
    628083324383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail113,152 miles (+502)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,152 miles
    Test number
    110707464709
    • FailureFront constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc Both (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail112,650 miles (+3,107)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,650 miles
    Test number
    343194202538
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryFront wipers parked manually
    • AdvisoryOffside front headlamp in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass109,543 miles (+3,326)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    109,543 miles
    Test number
    807726125219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear shockabsorber lower rubber mountings spliting

  18. Pass106,217 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    106,217 miles
    Test number
    216959114208
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside front tyre cut in sidewall
    • NoteOffside headlamp lense deteriorating

  19. Fail106,217 miles (+3,445)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,217 miles
    Test number
    816059314285
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside front tyre cut in sidewall
    • NoteOffside headlamp lense deteriorating

  20. Pass102,772 miles (+7)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    102,772 miles
    Test number
    835978723291
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre bald on inner edge

  21. Fail102,765 miles (+2,436)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,765 miles
    Test number
    939025723204
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre bald on inner edge

  22. Pass100,329 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    100,329 miles
    Test number
    215539772450
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail100,327 miles (+3,117)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,327 miles
    Test number
    938159572122
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass97,210 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    97,210 miles
    Test number
    837008591061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail97,201 miles (+1,378)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,201 miles
    Test number
    847416291059
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s inner wing cover loose

  26. Pass95,823 miles (+4,233)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    95,823 miles
    Test number
    644110060158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass91,590 miles (+2,746)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    91,590 miles
    Test number
    264214509441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass88,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    88,844 miles
    Test number
    981529508137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail88,844 miles (+3,182)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,844 miles
    Test number
    261229308483
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass85,662 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    85,662 miles
    Test number
    171583707175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail85,662 miles (+5,881)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,662 miles
    Test number
    320213007127
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre in poor condition

  32. Pass79,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    79,781 miles
    Test number
    492453506127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail79,781 miles (+2)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,781 miles
    Test number
    820093506100
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  34. Fail79,779 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,779 miles
    Test number
    630130906187
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about P39 RRT

Does P39 RRT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P39 RRT is valid until 31 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on P39 RRT?
The MOT on P39 RRT is valid until 31 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P39 RRT done?
P39 RRT was recorded at 131,499 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2026, an average of 2,547 miles a year.
Has P39 RRT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P39 RRT has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on P39 RRT 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 P39 RRT find?
P39 RRT passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 1 more.

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