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Volvo V70

Orange · Petrol · 1998 · 2,319 cc

S36 RFUMOT history

S36 RFU is an orange petrol Volvo V70 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 215,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2027
Mileage
215,521 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,412 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S36 RFU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,319 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S36 RFU was last recorded at 215,521 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 834 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,687 miles · 31 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
834 miles
Average per year
5,412 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 215,521 miles
  • 2025 – 214,687 miles
  • 2024 – 211,549 miles
  • 2023 – 210,737 miles
  • 2022 – 209,164 miles
  • 2021 – 204,304 miles
  • 2020 – 200,722 miles
  • 2019 – 195,493 miles
  • 2018 – 188,732 miles
  • 2016 – 188,616 miles
  • 2015 – 183,056 miles
  • 2014 – 175,028 miles
  • 2013 – 168,034 miles
  • 2012 – 160,866 miles
  • 2011 – 149,676 miles
  • 2010 – 143,091 miles
  • 2009 – 134,206 miles
  • 2008 – 129,483 miles
  • 2007 – 116,405 miles
  • 2006 – 108,315 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass215,521 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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, 2022–2025

  • All direction indicators slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

  • Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass215,521 miles (+834)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    215,521 miles
    Test number
    333554965175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass214,687 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    214,687 miles
    Test number
    987462525659
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail214,681 miles (+3,132)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,681 miles
    Test number
    684896925670
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass211,549 miles (+812)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    211,549 miles
    Test number
    585352704737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass210,737 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    210,737 miles
    Test number
    253467443688
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail210,737 miles (+1,573)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,737 miles
    Test number
    246438833957
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass209,164 miles (+4,860)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    209,164 miles
    Test number
    284334938123
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner and outer. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass204,304 miles (+3,582)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    204,304 miles
    Test number
    293173371358
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass200,722 miles (+5,229)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    200,722 miles
    Test number
    146111204192
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass195,493 miles (+6,761)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    195,493 miles
    Test number
    860172431404
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHEADLAMPS DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass188,732 miles (+116)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    188,732 miles
    Test number
    204656617926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass188,616 miles (+5,560)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    188,616 miles
    Test number
    470547875627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass183,056 miles (+8,028)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    183,056 miles
    Test number
    555321635261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass175,028 miles (+6,994)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    175,028 miles
    Test number
    457338344238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass168,034 miles (+7,168)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    168,034 miles
    Test number
    955527743267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass160,866 miles (+11,190)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    160,866 miles
    Test number
    179830552295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass149,676 miles (+6,585)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    149,676 miles
    Test number
    355826551262
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass143,091 miles (+8,885)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    143,091 miles
    Test number
    141590740139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass134,206 miles (+4,723)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2010
    Odometer
    134,206 miles
    Test number
    312998639127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass129,483 miles (+13,078)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    129,483 miles
    Test number
    822330938114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass116,405 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    116,405 miles
    Test number
    533714047112
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  22. Fail116,400 miles (+8,085)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,400 miles
    Test number
    722893147148
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre starting to crack

  23. Pass108,315 miles (+3,014)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    108,315 miles
    Test number
    350047636280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass105,301 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2007
    Odometer
    105,301 miles
    Test number
    131032446130
    • 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)

Questions about S36 RFU

Does S36 RFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S36 RFU is valid until 30 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S36 RFU?
The MOT on S36 RFU 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 S36 RFU done?
S36 RFU was recorded at 215,521 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 5,412 miles a year.
Has S36 RFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S36 RFU has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on S36 RFU 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 S36 RFU find?
S36 RFU passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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