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Volvo S70

Turquoise · Petrol · 1997 · 2,435 cc

P970 PAVMOT history

P970 PAV is a turquoise petrol Volvo S70 first used on 14 May 1997. Its MOT expired on 2 Jul 2024 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 130,362 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Jul 2024
Mileage
130,362 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,515 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P970 PAV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S70
Colour
Turquoise
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
14 May 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

P970 PAV was last recorded at 130,362 miles on 3 Jul 2023, 204 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,158 miles · 11 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
204 miles
Average per year
4,515 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 130,362 miles
  • 2020 – 130,158 miles
  • 2019 – 126,148 miles
  • 2018 – 121,686 miles
  • 2017 – 115,172 miles
  • 2016 – 109,775 miles
  • 2015 – 106,585 miles
  • 2014 – 101,039 miles
  • 2013 – 94,674 miles
  • 2012 – 75,158 miles
  • 2011 – 62,583 miles
  • 2010 – 61,432 miles
  • 2009 – 60,061 miles
  • 2008 – 58,640 miles
  • 2007 – 55,997 miles
  • 2006 – 52,432 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,362 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • All 4 brake discs worn and corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Chips to screen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside and nearside rear axel bushes splitting and perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside and nearside rear axel bushes perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear brake balance

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,362 miles (+204)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    130,362 miles
    Test number
    2103069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass130,158 miles (+14)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    130,158 miles
    Test number
    223758154490
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail130,144 miles (+3,996)2 major1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,144 miles
    Test number
    212298408325
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass126,148 miles (+4,462)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    126,148 miles
    Test number
    787553663369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass121,686 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    121,686 miles
    Test number
    117300264341
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp wiper not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tailgate slightly loose wiper (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber mounting bushes cracking
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes cracking (both sides)

  6. Fail121,637 miles (+6,465)1 dangerous2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,637 miles
    Test number
    180017050822
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp wiper not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tailgate slightly loose wiper (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber mounting bushes cracking
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes cracking (both sides)

  7. Pass115,172 miles (+35)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    115,172 miles
    Test number
    230256176941
    • AdvisoryAll 4 brake discs worn and corroding
    • AdvisoryChips to screen
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake disc scored
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear axel bushes splitting and perishing

  8. Fail115,137 miles (+5,362)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,137 miles
    Test number
    466533347760
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 brake discs worn and corroding
    • AdvisoryChips to screen
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear axel bushes splitting and perishing

  9. Pass109,775 miles (+77)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    109,775 miles
    Test number
    166235043930
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear axel bushes perishing
    • AdvisoryRear brake balance

  10. Fail109,698 miles (+3,113)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,698 miles
    Test number
    376255502278
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc boot split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear axel bushes perishing
    • AdvisoryRear brake balance

  11. Pass106,585 miles (+53)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    106,585 miles
    Test number
    196792655178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  12. Fail106,532 miles (+5,493)5 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,532 miles
    Test number
    807959645135
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteRear of exhaust bracket broken but not causing exhaust to be insecure

  13. Pass101,039 miles (+6,365)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    101,039 miles
    Test number
    685275934117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass94,674 miles (+19,516)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    94,674 miles
    Test number
    676922213165
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass75,158 miles (+12,575)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    75,158 miles
    Test number
    138357772407
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass62,583 miles (+1,151)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    62,583 miles
    Test number
    256948871093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,432 miles (+1,371)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    61,432 miles
    Test number
    330599370058
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass60,061 miles (+1,421)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    60,061 miles
    Test number
    452044509186
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  19. Pass58,640 miles (+2,643)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    58,640 miles
    Test number
    391864968019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass55,997 miles (+3,565)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    55,997 miles
    Test number
    784702177003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass52,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    52,432 miles
    Test number
    890720296005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail52,432 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,432 miles
    Test number
    111609286019
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Questions about P970 PAV

Does P970 PAV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P970 PAV expired on 2 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P970 PAV?
The MOT on P970 PAV expired on 2 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P970 PAV done?
P970 PAV was recorded at 130,362 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2023, an average of 4,515 miles a year.
Has P970 PAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P970 PAV has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on P970 PAV 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 P970 PAV find?
P970 PAV passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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