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Volvo V70

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 2,435 cc

P425 VKXMOT history

P425 VKX is a green petrol Volvo V70 first used on 19 May 1997. Its MOT expired on 16 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 263,429 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Nov 2024
Mileage
263,429 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,710 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P425 VKX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
19 May 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

P425 VKX was last recorded at 263,429 miles on 14 Nov 2023, 4,244 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
259,185 miles · 17 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
4,244 miles
Average per year
9,710 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 263,429 miles
  • 2022 – 259,185 miles
  • 2021 – 253,192 miles
  • 2020 – 248,313 miles
  • 2019 – 241,586 miles
  • 2018 – 227,378 miles
  • 2017 – 215,453 miles
  • 2016 – 202,535 miles
  • 2015 – 186,623 miles
  • 2014 – 169,975 miles
  • 2013 – 152,973 miles
  • 2012 – 139,447 miles
  • 2011 – 128,973 miles
  • 2010 – 118,856 miles
  • 2009 – 99,755 miles
  • 2008 – 97,588 miles
  • 2007 – 96,161 miles
  • 2006 – 93,759 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass263,429 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Knocking from nearside front but no play detected

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass263,429 miles (+4,244)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    263,429 miles
    Test number
    244273719605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass259,185 miles (+3)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    259,185 miles
    Test number
    692580262105
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryKnocking from nearside front but no play detected
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Fail259,182 miles (+5,990)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    259,182 miles
    Test number
    222450190786
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryKnocking from nearside front but no play detected
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Pass253,192 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    253,192 miles
    Test number
    513274405285
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

  5. Fail253,188 miles (+4,875)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,188 miles
    Test number
    963663107526
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm modified so the suspension is likely to foul other components lower arm bump stop missing (5.3.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

  6. Pass248,313 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    248,313 miles
    Test number
    879230894123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail248,310 miles (+6,724)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,310 miles
    Test number
    334263049431
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass241,586 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    241,586 miles
    Test number
    389265846177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail241,515 miles (+14,137)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,515 miles
    Test number
    793819219311
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  10. Pass227,378 miles (+11,925)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    227,378 miles
    Test number
    533425284701
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass215,453 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    215,453 miles
    Test number
    577028817052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail215,442 miles (+12,907)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,442 miles
    Test number
    579851461697
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working x2 (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass202,535 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    202,535 miles
    Test number
    421955824671
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on outer edge

  14. Fail202,528 miles (+15,905)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,528 miles
    Test number
    295109326274
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on outer edge

  15. Pass186,623 miles (+16,648)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    186,623 miles
    Test number
    908162534181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass169,975 miles (+17,002)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    169,975 miles
    Test number
    669628464296
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s engine mounting weak and starting to split
    • NoteRear exhaust mouting broken

  17. Pass152,973 miles (+42)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    152,973 miles
    Test number
    887246973284
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear axle bushs worn and perished
    • NoteRear rear seats removed at time of retest

  18. Fail152,931 miles (+13,484)9 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,931 miles
    Test number
    997063973270
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear axle bushs worn and perished

  19. Pass139,447 miles (+10,474)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    139,447 miles
    Test number
    926002772290
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteParkink brake only just meets minimum standard

  20. Pass128,973 miles1 dangerous3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    128,973 miles
    Test number
    475553371217
    • DangerousSeat belts for occasional seating severly damaged.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFuel filter corroded

  21. Fail128,973 miles (+10,117)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,973 miles
    Test number
    327063871252
    • DangerousSeat belts for occasional seating severly damaged.
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFuel filter corroded

  22. Pass118,856 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    118,856 miles
    Test number
    902783370236
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Fail118,853 miles (+19,098)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,853 miles
    Test number
    444383070281
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass99,755 miles (+461)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2010
    Odometer
    99,755 miles
    Test number
    401875829112
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • 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)

  25. Fail99,294 miles (+1,706)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,294 miles
    Test number
    134101529147
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • 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)

  26. Pass97,588 miles (+1,427)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    97,588 miles
    Test number
    121230248137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass96,161 miles (+2,402)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    96,161 miles
    Test number
    320722447179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass93,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    93,759 miles
    Test number
    172565146113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P425 VKX

Does P425 VKX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P425 VKX expired on 16 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P425 VKX?
The MOT on P425 VKX expired on 16 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P425 VKX done?
P425 VKX was recorded at 263,429 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2023, an average of 9,710 miles a year.
Has P425 VKX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P425 VKX has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on P425 VKX 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 P425 VKX find?
P425 VKX passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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