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Volvo S70

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,435 cc

R137 MAFMOT history

R137 MAF is a blue petrol Volvo S70 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 15 Nov 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 117,617 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Nov 2024
Mileage
117,617 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,693 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R137 MAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S70
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

R137 MAF was last recorded at 117,617 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 2,863 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,754 miles · 9 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
2,863 miles
Average per year
2,693 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,617 miles
  • 2023 – 114,754 miles
  • 2022 – 112,005 miles
  • 2021 – 108,945 miles
  • 2020 – 105,988 miles
  • 2019 – 103,832 miles
  • 2018 – 101,470 miles
  • 2017 – 98,388 miles
  • 2016 – 95,590 miles
  • 2015 – 92,731 miles
  • 2014 – 89,509 miles
  • 2013 – 87,298 miles
  • 2012 – 85,269 miles
  • 2011 – 82,576 miles
  • 2010 – 78,628 miles
  • 2009 – 75,397 miles
  • 2006 – 70,484 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail117,617 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail axle mount (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear section missing (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust missing (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength strut (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength strut (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail117,617 miles (+2,863)1 dangerous10 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,617 miles
    Test number
    266368182918
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail axle mount (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear section missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust missing (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength strut (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength strut (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass114,754 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    114,754 miles
    Test number
    587940947751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail114,744 miles (+2,739)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,744 miles
    Test number
    954447514500
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass112,005 miles (+24)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    112,005 miles
    Test number
    649851332593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame mounting modified but not seriously weakened front mount (5.3.3 (c) (i))

  5. Fail111,981 miles (+3,036)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,981 miles
    Test number
    955911853273
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame mounting modified but not seriously weakened front mount (5.3.3 (c) (i))

  6. Pass108,945 miles (+2,957)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    108,945 miles
    Test number
    730538681409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass105,988 miles (+2,156)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    105,988 miles
    Test number
    352456334937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass103,832 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    103,832 miles
    Test number
    163278470428
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail103,832 miles (+2,362)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,832 miles
    Test number
    369644642734
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass101,470 miles (+76)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    101,470 miles
    Test number
    375362265258
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail101,394 miles (+3,006)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,394 miles
    Test number
    993901702879
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass98,388 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    98,388 miles
    Test number
    538766348013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail98,388 miles (+2,798)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,388 miles
    Test number
    334941630830
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass95,590 miles (+2,859)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    95,590 miles
    Test number
    206135649202
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding

  15. Pass92,731 miles (+3,222)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    92,731 miles
    Test number
    164261422303
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail89,509 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,509 miles
    Test number
    636131414371
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass89,509 miles (+2,211)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    89,509 miles
    Test number
    938421014358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass87,298 miles (+2,029)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    87,298 miles
    Test number
    479408503387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • NoteOffside & nearside tyrs scrubbing outside edges

  19. Pass85,269 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    85,269 miles
    Test number
    268269812329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail85,247 miles (+2,671)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,247 miles
    Test number
    275277912301
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Fail82,576 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,576 miles
    Test number
    158514411350
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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)

  22. Pass82,576 miles (+3,948)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    82,576 miles
    Test number
    175454911379
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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)

  23. Pass78,628 miles (+3,231)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    78,628 miles
    Test number
    491344510467
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing

  24. Pass75,397 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    75,397 miles
    Test number
    274250329318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

  25. Fail75,397 miles (+4,913)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,397 miles
    Test number
    463966819486
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

  26. Pass70,484 miles (+7,517)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    70,484 miles
    Test number
    603634966340
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  27. Pass62,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    62,967 miles
    Test number
    462032216044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R137 MAF

Does R137 MAF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R137 MAF expired on 15 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R137 MAF?
The MOT on R137 MAF expired on 15 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R137 MAF done?
R137 MAF was recorded at 117,617 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 2,693 miles a year.
Has R137 MAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R137 MAF has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on R137 MAF 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 R137 MAF find?
R137 MAF failed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 10 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside rear suspension component attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail axle mount; central exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear section missing; emissions unable to be completed exhaust missing, and 13 more.

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