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Volvo V70

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 2,401 cc

R5 LBNMOT history

R5 LBN is a grey diesel Volvo V70 first used on 30 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 213,296 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

R5 LBN grey Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
213,296 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,212 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R5 LBN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
30 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R5 LBN was last recorded at 213,296 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 251 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
213,045 miles · 24 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
251 miles
Average per year
8,212 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 213,296 miles
  • 2025 – 203,193 miles
  • 2024 – 193,667 miles
  • 2023 – 184,046 miles
  • 2022 – 170,780 miles
  • 2020 – 155,143 miles
  • 2019 – 146,890 miles
  • 2018 – 137,238 miles
  • 2017 – 121,588 miles
  • 2016 – 117,276 miles
  • 2015 – 111,276 miles
  • 2014 – 104,676 miles
  • 2013 – 100,127 miles
  • 2012 – 96,398 miles
  • 2011 – 92,047 miles
  • 2010 – 77,017 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass213,296 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front brake disc inner faces corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer sidewall shallow cut

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner sidewall shallow cut

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 28 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass213,296 miles (+251)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    213,296 miles
    Test number
    237215379803
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail213,045 miles (+9,852)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,045 miles
    Test number
    281291923913
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass203,193 miles (+9,526)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    203,193 miles
    Test number
    851133620472
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front and rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass193,667 miles (+9,621)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    193,667 miles
    Test number
    791280903005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass184,046 miles (+13,266)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    184,046 miles
    Test number
    816842167373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass170,780 miles (+15,637)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    170,780 miles
    Test number
    676194985171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass155,143 miles (+8,253)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    155,143 miles
    Test number
    236867370501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass146,890 miles (+9,652)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    146,890 miles
    Test number
    549115610233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass137,238 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    137,238 miles
    Test number
    505547111083
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc inner faces corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer sidewall shallow cut (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner sidewall shallow cut (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail137,238 miles (+15,650)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,238 miles
    Test number
    742910668768
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc inner faces corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer sidewall shallow cut (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner sidewall shallow cut (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs heavily corroded/pitting
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel slightly high

  11. Pass121,588 miles (+4,312)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    121,588 miles
    Test number
    537453052998
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted

  12. Pass117,276 miles (+6,000)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    117,276 miles
    Test number
    290684111831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass111,276 miles (+6,600)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    111,276 miles
    Test number
    139652715441
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteRear brake discs detioriated

  14. Pass104,676 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    104,676 miles
    Test number
    207185614048
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs detioriated
    • NoteRear brake discs detioriated

  15. Fail104,676 miles (+4,549)1 dangerous4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,676 miles
    Test number
    189954514004
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs detioriated
    • NoteRear brake discs detioriated

  16. Pass100,127 miles (+8)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    100,127 miles
    Test number
    218097613081
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail100,119 miles (+3,721)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,119 miles
    Test number
    856845313078
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass96,398 miles (+4,351)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    96,398 miles
    Test number
    985511112016
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  19. Pass92,047 miles (+15,030)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    92,047 miles
    Test number
    668471221025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass77,017 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    77,017 miles
    Test number
    842098020056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Questions about R5 LBN

Does R5 LBN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R5 LBN is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on R5 LBN?
The MOT on R5 LBN is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R5 LBN done?
R5 LBN was recorded at 213,296 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 8,212 miles a year.
Has R5 LBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R5 LBN has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on R5 LBN 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 R5 LBN find?
R5 LBN passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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