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Volvo V70

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,401 cc

S12 LAKMOT history

S12 LAK is a silver diesel Volvo V70 first used on 1 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 159,811 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

S12 LAK silver Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
159,811 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,998 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 LAK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 LAK was last recorded at 159,811 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 107 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,704 miles · 22 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
107 miles
Average per year
6,998 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,811 miles
  • 2025 – 150,727 miles
  • 2024 – 145,236 miles
  • 2023 – 138,963 miles
  • 2022 – 131,662 miles
  • 2021 – 127,775 miles
  • 2020 – 122,700 miles
  • 2019 – 116,931 miles
  • 2018 – 111,013 miles
  • 2017 – 104,026 miles
  • 2016 – 97,524 miles
  • 2015 – 85,508 miles
  • 2014 – 79,926 miles
  • 2013 – 74,303 miles
  • 2012 – 66,920 miles
  • 2011 – 57,055 miles
  • 2010 – 48,081 miles
  • 2009 – 38,170 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,811 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryTracking outRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,811 miles (+107)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    159,811 miles
    Test number
    720369267792
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryTracking out

  2. Fail159,704 miles (+8,977)2 dangerous5 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,704 miles
    Test number
    979526392101
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryTracking out

  3. Pass150,727 miles (+16)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    150,727 miles
    Test number
    502112419469
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted obscuring view
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel

  4. Fail150,711 miles (+5,475)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,711 miles
    Test number
    568455342493
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted obscuring view
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel

  5. Pass145,236 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    145,236 miles
    Test number
    647545117376
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside hand brake effort low
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail145,234 miles (+6,271)9 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,234 miles
    Test number
    885165012033
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to condition of exhaust (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside hand brake effort low
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass138,963 miles (+71)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    138,963 miles
    Test number
    755391490285
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring view

  8. Fail138,892 miles (+7,230)1 dangerous2 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,892 miles
    Test number
    964663832371
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring view

  9. Pass131,662 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    131,662 miles
    Test number
    919530246597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail131,623 miles (+3,848)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,623 miles
    Test number
    345906512690
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  11. Pass127,775 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    127,775 miles
    Test number
    415148454376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail127,775 miles (+5,075)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,775 miles
    Test number
    323478881934
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass122,700 miles (+5,769)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    122,700 miles
    Test number
    539550778953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass116,931 miles (+163)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    116,931 miles
    Test number
    800892454811
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  15. Fail116,768 miles (+5,755)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,768 miles
    Test number
    438746250380
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall split to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  16. Pass111,013 miles (+6,987)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    111,013 miles
    Test number
    635137555189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass104,026 miles (+6,502)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    104,026 miles
    Test number
    573153703042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering lock stop damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  18. Pass97,524 miles (+12,016)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    97,524 miles
    Test number
    396027516225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass85,508 miles (+5,582)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    85,508 miles
    Test number
    177114445062
    • NoteBattery covered
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOuter sills covered
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass79,926 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    79,926 miles
    Test number
    307269644023
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  21. Fail79,926 miles (+5,623)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,926 miles
    Test number
    515499544040
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  22. Fail74,303 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,303 miles
    Test number
    639919343027
    • Repaired at testFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass74,303 miles (+7,383)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    74,303 miles
    Test number
    999669443056
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass66,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    66,920 miles
    Test number
    585374542096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail66,936 miles (+9,881)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,936 miles
    Test number
    937444142020
    • FailureNearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

  26. Pass57,055 miles (+8,974)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    57,055 miles
    Test number
    306514931073
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass48,081 miles (+9,911)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    48,081 miles
    Test number
    812615930090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass38,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    38,170 miles
    Test number
    472662849039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S12 LAK

Does S12 LAK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S12 LAK is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S12 LAK?
The MOT on S12 LAK is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S12 LAK done?
S12 LAK was recorded at 159,811 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 6,998 miles a year.
Has S12 LAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 LAK has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S12 LAK 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 LAK find?
S12 LAK passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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