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Volvo C30

Grey · Petrol · 2007 · 1,798 cc

R69 MTSMOT history

R69 MTS is a grey petrol Volvo C30 first used on 1 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 76,508 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

R69 MTS grey Volvo C30 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
76,508 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,929 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R69 MTS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
C30
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
1 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R69 MTS was last recorded at 76,508 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 108 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,400 miles · 11 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
108 miles
Average per year
3,929 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,508 miles
  • 2025 – 74,805 miles
  • 2024 – 73,027 miles
  • 2023 – 71,029 miles
  • 2021 – 69,540 miles
  • 2020 – 63,780 miles
  • 2018 – 59,577 miles
  • 2017 – 51,370 miles
  • 2016 – 49,650 miles
  • 2015 – 45,645 miles
  • 2014 – 41,117 miles
  • 2013 – 34,627 miles
  • 2012 – 27,276 miles
  • 2011 – 27,233 miles
  • 2010 – 23,562 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,508 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s just on min limit on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced over rear subframe and all rear suspension arms links and components (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front lower radiator lower support panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced over n/s and o/s front suspension turrets (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced over various underbody sections and members (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront and rear brake back plates corroded and starting to detachRecorded 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.

  • Exhaust mounting defective rear bracket

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Fuel tank straps corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,508 miles (+108)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    76,508 miles
    Test number
    594417128685
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s just on min limit on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced over rear subframe and all rear suspension arms links and components (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front lower radiator lower support panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced over n/s and o/s front suspension turrets (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced over various underbody sections and members (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake back plates corroded and starting to detach

  2. Fail76,400 miles (+1,595)3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,400 miles
    Test number
    627610718402
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer and pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating n/s and o/s (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s just on min limit on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced over rear subframe and all rear suspension arms links and components (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front lower radiator lower support panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced over n/s and o/s front suspension turrets (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced over various underbody sections and members (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake back plates corroded and starting to detach

  3. Pass74,805 miles (+1,778)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    74,805 miles
    Test number
    330777757222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass73,027 miles (+1,998)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    73,027 miles
    Test number
    786621067214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass71,029 miles (+1,489)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    71,029 miles
    Test number
    371951611235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass69,540 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    69,540 miles
    Test number
    378670868999
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rear bracket (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  7. Fail69,537 miles (+2,645)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,537 miles
    Test number
    527737930449
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rear bracket (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  8. Pass66,892 miles (+3,112)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    66,892 miles
    Test number
    214789597705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass63,780 miles (+4,203)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    63,780 miles
    Test number
    957559612500
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre starting to distort
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear starting to distort
    • AdvisoryExhaust has broken bracket

  10. Pass59,577 miles (+3,824)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    59,577 miles
    Test number
    457427622351
    • AdvisoryHand brake has little reserve travel

  11. Pass55,753 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    55,753 miles
    Test number
    693262770550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail55,752 miles (+4,382)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,752 miles
    Test number
    271843854909
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass51,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    51,370 miles
    Test number
    112793010943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail51,370 miles (+1,720)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,370 miles
    Test number
    327216620384
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass49,650 miles (+4,005)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    49,650 miles
    Test number
    353879906244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,645 miles (+4,528)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    45,645 miles
    Test number
    728483965169
    • NoteFront tyres scrubbed on edges

  17. Pass41,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    41,117 miles
    Test number
    959090654157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail41,117 miles (+6,490)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,117 miles
    Test number
    558320154153
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  19. Pass34,627 miles (+7,351)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    34,627 miles
    Test number
    546285663177
    • 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)

  20. Pass27,276 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    27,276 miles
    Test number
    989737362167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,233 miles (+3,671)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    27,233 miles
    Test number
    495137301429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,562 miles (+10,086)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    23,562 miles
    Test number
    242371630345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    13,476 miles
    Test number
    774705450069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R69 MTS

Does R69 MTS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R69 MTS is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on R69 MTS?
The MOT on R69 MTS is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R69 MTS done?
R69 MTS was recorded at 76,508 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 3,929 miles a year.
Has R69 MTS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R69 MTS has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on R69 MTS 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 R69 MTS find?
R69 MTS passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s just on min limit on inner edges; power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded, and 7 more.

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