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Volvo V70

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 2,435 cc

S35 TJXMOT history

S35 TJX is a red petrol Volvo V70 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 18 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 167,593 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Nov 2026
Mileage
167,593 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,756 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S35 TJX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S35 TJX was last recorded at 167,593 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,593 miles · 1 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,756 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 167,593 miles
  • 2024 – 166,424 miles
  • 2023 – 163,988 miles
  • 2022 – 158,997 miles
  • 2021 – 158,954 miles
  • 2020 – 157,734 miles
  • 2019 – 156,323 miles
  • 2018 – 146,367 miles
  • 2017 – 136,701 miles
  • 2016 – 127,004 miles
  • 2015 – 121,618 miles
  • 2014 – 119,843 miles
  • 2013 – 117,312 miles
  • 2012 – 110,546 miles
  • 2011 – 102,798 miles
  • 2010 – 96,696 miles
  • 2009 – 88,887 miles
  • 2008 – 84,287 miles
  • 2007 – 80,448 miles
  • 2006 – 74,644 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,593 miles
  • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted at time of testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Jacking point corroded (bolt on)
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension components corroded

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Engine bay covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

33 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,593 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    167,593 miles
    Test number
    770977076811
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Jacking point corroded (bolt on)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension components corroded

  2. Fail167,593 miles (+1,169)1 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,593 miles
    Test number
    246964836141
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficency only just met, advise adjustment
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Bolt on jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear suspension components corroded

  3. Pass166,424 miles (+6)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    166,424 miles
    Test number
    229415950683
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail166,418 miles (+2,430)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,418 miles
    Test number
    664091305154
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass163,988 miles (+4,991)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    163,988 miles
    Test number
    379298606947
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel

  6. Pass158,997 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    158,997 miles
    Test number
    314521178660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail158,954 miles (+1,220)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,954 miles
    Test number
    684010268858
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear anti -roll bar links corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering rack leaking

  8. Pass157,734 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    157,734 miles
    Test number
    285336661376
    • AdvisoryFront Upper both top mounts stiff to turn
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail157,734 miles (+1,411)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,734 miles
    Test number
    472174357958
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper both top mounts stiff to turn
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass156,323 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    156,323 miles
    Test number
    919689670845
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear suspension has surface rust

  11. Fail156,312 miles (+9,945)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,312 miles
    Test number
    456257801608
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear suspension has surface rust

  12. Pass146,367 miles (+19)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    146,367 miles
    Test number
    787284851820
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  13. Fail146,348 miles (+9,647)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,348 miles
    Test number
    501114005384
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel parking brake/handbrake lever (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering system excessively rough spring fouling body when jacked up (2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering system excessively rough spring fouling body when jacked up (2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering rack area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened subframe bracket corroded but still mounted securely (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass136,701 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    136,701 miles
    Test number
    850674720560
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Fail136,701 miles (+9,697)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,701 miles
    Test number
    160663586078
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass127,004 miles (+723)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    127,004 miles
    Test number
    118436821299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass126,281 miles (+34)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    126,281 miles
    Test number
    616100989736
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear centre propshaft missing < now only working front wheels only>

  18. Fail126,247 miles (+4,629)9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,247 miles
    Test number
    554973885893
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear centre propshaft missing < now only working front wheels only>

  19. Pass121,618 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    121,618 miles
    Test number
    517253165117
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail121,616 miles (+1,773)7 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,616 miles
    Test number
    987972465137
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureFront brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass119,843 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    119,843 miles
    Test number
    447188424198
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail119,843 miles (+2,531)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,843 miles
    Test number
    576697524171
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass117,312 miles (+6,766)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    117,312 miles
    Test number
    886162623172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass110,546 miles (+7,748)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2013
    Odometer
    110,546 miles
    Test number
    169451622118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass102,798 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2012
    Odometer
    102,798 miles
    Test number
    485913301121
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  26. Fail102,798 miles (+6,102)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,798 miles
    Test number
    218671601439
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  27. Pass96,696 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    96,696 miles
    Test number
    162226810170
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear Number Plate Slight Water Marks On Plate

  28. Fail96,696 miles (+7,809)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,696 miles
    Test number
    122496110187
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear Number Plate Slight Water Marks On Plate

  29. Pass88,887 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2010
    Odometer
    88,887 miles
    Test number
    692933119199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  30. Fail88,887 miles (+4,600)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,887 miles
    Test number
    181403919176
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  31. Pass84,287 miles (+3,839)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2009
    Odometer
    84,287 miles
    Test number
    844138728148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass80,448 miles (+5,804)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    80,448 miles
    Test number
    672183727137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

  33. Pass74,644 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    74,644 miles
    Test number
    783764226168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about S35 TJX

Does S35 TJX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S35 TJX is valid until 18 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S35 TJX?
The MOT on S35 TJX is valid until 18 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S35 TJX done?
S35 TJX was recorded at 167,593 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 4,756 miles a year.
Has S35 TJX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S35 TJX has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on S35 TJX 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 S35 TJX find?
S35 TJX passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: no rear seats fitted at time of test; offside rear lower jacking point corroded (bolt on); rear suspension components corroded.

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