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Volvo V70

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 2,435 cc

P511 HBWMOT history

P511 HBW is a silver petrol Volvo V70 first used on 10 Jun 1997. Its MOT expired on 25 Oct 2023 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 278,246 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Oct 2023
Mileage
278,246 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2022
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,746 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P511 HBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
10 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

P511 HBW was last recorded at 278,246 miles on 29 Sept 2022, 65 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Nov 2012: 136,142 miles, lower than 238,809 miles on 9 Nov 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
278,181 miles · 26 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
65 miles
Average per year
5,746 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 278,246 miles
  • 2021 – 274,599 miles
  • 2020 – 269,567 miles
  • 2019 – 266,871 miles
  • 2017 – 258,574 miles
  • 2016 – 253,690 miles
  • 2015 – 248,149 miles
  • 2014 – 245,219 miles
  • 2013 – 241,504 miles
  • 2012 – 238,809 miles
  • 2011 – 234,011 miles
  • 2010 – 230,187 miles
  • 2009 – 228,467 miles
  • 2008 – 213,171 miles
  • 2007 – 204,850 miles
  • 2006 – 185,053 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass278,246 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Engine warning light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 11 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass278,246 miles (+65)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    278,246 miles
    Test number
    969679292151
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail278,181 miles (+3,582)2 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    278,181 miles
    Test number
    815052021976
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass274,599 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    274,599 miles
    Test number
    222068632995
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail274,599 miles (+5,032)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    274,599 miles
    Test number
    287504160210
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass269,567 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    269,567 miles
    Test number
    608254958498
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both O/S/R and N/S/R (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth O/S/R and N/S/R shock absorber bushes are deteriorating
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers smearing windscreen
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured Both O/S and N/S (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Fail269,567 miles (+2,696)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    269,567 miles
    Test number
    627537653314
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both O/S/R and N/S/R (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth O/S/R and N/S/R shock absorber bushes are deteriorating
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers smearing windscreen
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured Both O/S and N/S (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass266,871 miles (+8,297)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    266,871 miles
    Test number
    785463522813
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass258,574 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    258,574 miles
    Test number
    746103752337
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light on
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Fail258,574 miles (+4,884)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,574 miles
    Test number
    811144989249
    • FailureNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Lower ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light on
    • AdvisoryFuel filter heavy corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass253,690 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    253,690 miles
    Test number
    376765141295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocker absorbers bottom bushes worn but not movement
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded

  11. Fail253,690 miles (+5,541)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,690 miles
    Test number
    643596251892
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt top bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocker absorbers bottom bushes worn but not movement
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded

  12. Pass248,149 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    248,149 miles
    Test number
    622473601863
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack ends

  13. Fail248,149 miles (+2,930)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,149 miles
    Test number
    968457925683
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureTyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  14. Pass245,219 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    245,219 miles
    Test number
    697826094212
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail245,217 miles (+3,713)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,217 miles
    Test number
    955666684245
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass241,504 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    241,504 miles
    Test number
    289788103312
    • NoteSlight play in o/s rack end

  17. Fail241,503 miles (+2,694)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,503 miles
    Test number
    836098103365
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteFront pads appear low
    • NoteSlight play in o/s rack end

  18. Pass238,809 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    238,809 miles
    Test number
    998328612330
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brakes wearing thin
    • NoteN/s/r seat belt damaged but does not effect the operation of the belt
    • NoteO/s/f fogg light lense damaged

  19. Fail136,142 miles (-102,667)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,142 miles
    Test number
    437638612479
    • FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail238,809 miles (+4,798)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,809 miles
    Test number
    638104212397
    • FailureFront Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f fogg light lense broken

  21. Pass234,011 miles (+4)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    234,011 miles
    Test number
    128363911327
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteO/s front fog light damaged
    • NotePlastic trims over outer sills
    • NoteRear discs in poor condition

  22. Fail234,007 miles (+3,820)5 failures3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,007 miles
    Test number
    819981111366
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteO/s front fog light damaged
    • NotePlastic trims over outer sills
    • NoteRear discs in poor condition

  23. Pass230,187 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    230,187 miles
    Test number
    151987070244
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Fail230,187 miles (+1,720)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,187 miles
    Test number
    711135370255
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass228,467 miles (+15,296)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    228,467 miles
    Test number
    853065479212
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  26. Pass213,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    213,171 miles
    Test number
    894498778202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail213,171 miles (+8,321)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,171 miles
    Test number
    563647978261
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  28. Pass204,850 miles (+19,797)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    204,850 miles
    Test number
    680823957213
    • 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)

  29. Pass185,053 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    185,053 miles
    Test number
    383132996196
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about P511 HBW

Does P511 HBW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P511 HBW expired on 25 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P511 HBW?
The MOT on P511 HBW expired on 25 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P511 HBW done?
P511 HBW was recorded at 278,246 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2022, an average of 5,746 miles a year.
Has P511 HBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P511 HBW has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on P511 HBW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Nov 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P511 HBW find?
P511 HBW passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2022 with 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front steering linkage ball joint has slight play, and 11 more.

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