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Volvo V70

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 2,435 cc

R686 HGNMOT history

R686 HGN is a green petrol Volvo V70 first used on 28 Jan 1998. Its MOT expired on 1 May 2024 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 214,742 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 1 May 2024
Mileage
214,742 mi
At MOT on 2 May 2023
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,029 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R686 HGN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
28 Jan 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 May 2024
Latest MOT test
2 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

R686 HGN was last recorded at 214,742 miles on 2 May 2023, 624 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,118 miles · 7 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
624 miles
Average per year
7,029 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 214,742 miles
  • 2022 – 214,118 miles
  • 2021 – 212,210 miles
  • 2020 – 210,348 miles
  • 2019 – 203,838 miles
  • 2018 – 198,117 miles
  • 2017 – 190,830 miles
  • 2016 – 182,292 miles
  • 2015 – 175,725 miles
  • 2014 – 167,368 miles
  • 2013 – 160,464 miles
  • 2012 – 151,298 miles
  • 2011 – 142,502 miles
  • 2010 – 133,225 miles
  • 2009 – 124,713 miles
  • 2008 – 109,198 miles
  • 2006 – 99,184 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,742 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass214,742 miles (+624)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    214,742 miles
    Test number
    685144839015
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Pass214,118 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    214,118 miles
    Test number
    968807896872
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Fail214,118 miles (+1,908)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,118 miles
    Test number
    294049430353
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass212,210 miles (+1,862)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    212,210 miles
    Test number
    827030811112
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass210,348 miles (+6,510)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    210,348 miles
    Test number
    433915448333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases SILENCER HAS HOLE (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass203,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2020
    Odometer
    203,838 miles
    Test number
    828935197824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail203,838 miles (+5,721)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,838 miles
    Test number
    325966131770
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass198,117 miles (+7,287)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    198,117 miles
    Test number
    591115822255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass190,830 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    190,830 miles
    Test number
    940321396784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail190,828 miles (+8,536)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,828 miles
    Test number
    957930416037
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass182,292 miles (+6,567)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    182,292 miles
    Test number
    578093847867
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
  12. Pass175,725 miles (+8,357)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    175,725 miles
    Test number
    715827515274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass167,368 miles (+6,904)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    167,368 miles
    Test number
    337981914296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail160,464 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,464 miles
    Test number
    127927843201
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
  15. Pass160,464 miles (+9,166)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    160,464 miles
    Test number
    769797643242
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
  16. Pass151,298 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    151,298 miles
    Test number
    338316652421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail151,295 miles (+8,793)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,295 miles
    Test number
    499020752284
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)
  18. Pass142,502 miles (+9,277)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    142,502 miles
    Test number
    338386851292
    • NoteBoth Side Front Tyre Cracked..
    • NoteBoth Side Rear Brake Pads running low..
    • NoteNear Side Rear Tyre Running low on Outer Edge..
  19. Pass133,225 miles (+8,512)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    133,225 miles
    Test number
    172073860260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass124,713 miles (+6,841)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    124,713 miles
    Test number
    520912079261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass117,872 miles (+8,674)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    117,872 miles
    Test number
    980056009065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass109,198 miles (+10,014)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    109,198 miles
    Test number
    492720918048
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteOff side & near side hand brake cables worn (showing inner cables)
  23. Pass99,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    99,184 miles
    Test number
    444266826411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R686 HGN

Does R686 HGN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R686 HGN expired on 1 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R686 HGN?
The MOT on R686 HGN expired on 1 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R686 HGN done?
R686 HGN was recorded at 214,742 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2023, an average of 7,029 miles a year.
Has R686 HGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R686 HGN has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on R686 HGN 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 R686 HGN find?
R686 HGN passed its latest MOT on 2 May 2023 with 4 advisories: exhaust system corroded; front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; rear coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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