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Volvo V70

Silver · Diesel · 1998 · 2,461 cc

S12 BPCMOT history

S12 BPC is a silver diesel Volvo V70 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 38 MOT tests, with 166,354 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2027
Mileage
166,354 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
38
22 passed · 16 failed
Per year
4,787 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 BPC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 BPC was last recorded at 166,354 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,350 miles · 14 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
4,787 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,354 miles
  • 2025 – 163,173 miles
  • 2024 – 157,963 miles
  • 2023 – 154,510 miles
  • 2022 – 149,502 miles
  • 2021 – 148,345 miles
  • 2020 – 145,720 miles
  • 2019 – 142,082 miles
  • 2018 – 137,159 miles
  • 2017 – 132,288 miles
  • 2016 – 129,407 miles
  • 2015 – 125,725 miles
  • 2014 – 118,971 miles
  • 2013 – 107,311 miles
  • 2012 – 96,182 miles
  • 2011 – 85,603 miles
  • 2010 – 83,250 miles
  • 2009 – 80,109 miles
  • 2008 – 77,678 miles
  • 2007 – 74,018 miles
  • 2006 – 67,239 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,354 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Oil 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

38 tests since 3 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,354 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    166,354 miles
    Test number
    881765884292
    • AdvisoryOffside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail166,350 miles (+3,177)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,350 miles
    Test number
    115688132056
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass163,173 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    163,173 miles
    Test number
    884637326452
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail163,173 miles (+5,210)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,173 miles
    Test number
    170563918882
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass157,963 miles (+3,453)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    157,963 miles
    Test number
    435051845461
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass154,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    154,510 miles
    Test number
    202935905238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail154,510 miles (+5,008)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,510 miles
    Test number
    228236751022
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass149,502 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    149,502 miles
    Test number
    181879521282
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail149,502 miles (+1,157)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,502 miles
    Test number
    951146579540
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened Trailing arm bush bracket 2x corroded holes (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass148,345 miles (+2,625)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    148,345 miles
    Test number
    861747538672
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drivers mirror glass slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass145,720 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    145,720 miles
    Test number
    783997521012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Mirror slight crack but no affects to view to rear
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail145,701 miles (+3,619)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,701 miles
    Test number
    710298607088
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Clip Missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front ABS Wiring rubbing wheel
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Mirror slight crack but no affects to view to rear
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Top mount creaking while turning
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass142,082 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    142,082 miles
    Test number
    157368321396
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Fail142,081 miles (+4,922)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,081 miles
    Test number
    276279674404
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass137,159 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    137,159 miles
    Test number
    576504875939
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Fail137,159 miles (+4,871)4 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,159 miles
    Test number
    686527952800
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right kick up to right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  17. Pass132,288 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    132,288 miles
    Test number
    958177945704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail132,249 miles (+2,842)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,249 miles
    Test number
    504004763078
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake binding

  19. Pass129,407 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    129,407 miles
    Test number
    195477480111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail129,388 miles (+3,663)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,388 miles
    Test number
    385761591487
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass125,725 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    125,725 miles
    Test number
    247084285415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail125,724 miles (+6,753)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,724 miles
    Test number
    226153985469
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  23. Pass118,971 miles8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    118,971 miles
    Test number
    146600114289
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth headlights have poor beam image
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  24. Fail118,970 miles (+11,659)6 failures9 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,970 miles
    Test number
    569240214290
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside headlight has a poor pattern
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  25. Pass107,311 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    107,311 miles
    Test number
    356833393001
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust system weak
    • NoteHeadlights in poor condition
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  26. Fail107,309 miles (+11,127)3 failures1 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,309 miles
    Test number
    969933893069
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust system weak
    • NoteHeadlights in poor condition
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  27. Pass96,182 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    96,182 miles
    Test number
    345294792027
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  28. Fail96,182 miles (+10,579)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,182 miles
    Test number
    145480792428
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  29. Pass85,603 miles (+2,353)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    85,603 miles
    Test number
    446440661081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass83,250 miles (+3,141)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    83,250 miles
    Test number
    264952440080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  31. Pass80,109 miles (+2,431)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    80,109 miles
    Test number
    144690449069
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAll flexible brake hoses light corrosion on ferrules

  32. Pass77,678 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    77,678 miles
    Test number
    793693848094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail77,676 miles (+3,658)3 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,676 miles
    Test number
    220409338092
    • DangerousNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down under servo assistance and touches the floor (3.3.C.3)
    • FailureBrake pedal feels spongy with the vacuum fully depleted (3.3.C.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  34. Pass74,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    74,018 miles
    Test number
    814798537095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail74,018 miles (+6,779)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,018 miles
    Test number
    824878237043
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  36. Pass67,239 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    67,239 miles
    Test number
    540704636065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Pass67,239 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    67,239 miles
    Test number
    170584836028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  38. Fail67,239 miles1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,239 miles
    Test number
    852104536004
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear exhaust hanger badly corroded & broken on 1 side

Questions about S12 BPC

Does S12 BPC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S12 BPC is valid until 30 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S12 BPC?
The MOT on S12 BPC is valid until 30 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S12 BPC done?
S12 BPC was recorded at 166,354 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 4,787 miles a year.
Has S12 BPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 BPC has failed 16 of its 38 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S12 BPC 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 S12 BPC find?
S12 BPC passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: offside oil leak, but not excessive.

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