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Volvo C70

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 2,435 cc

S52 BJEMOT history

S52 BJE is a grey petrol Volvo C70 first used on 5 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 5 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 167,066 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Nov 2026
Mileage
167,066 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,141 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S52 BJE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
C70
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
5 May 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S52 BJE was last recorded at 167,066 miles on 27 Oct 2026, 2,446 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,620 miles · 6 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
2,446 miles
Average per year
7,141 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,066 miles
  • 2025 – 164,620 miles
  • 2023 – 153,466 miles
  • 2022 – 145,272 miles
  • 2021 – 139,114 miles
  • 2020 – 133,240 miles
  • 2019 – 127,328 miles
  • 2018 – 116,349 miles
  • 2017 – 110,657 miles
  • 2016 – 106,506 miles
  • 2014 – 84,675 miles
  • 2013 – 76,582 miles
  • 2012 – 69,142 miles
  • 2011 – 61,081 miles
  • 2010 – 52,559 miles
  • 2009 – 42,142 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail167,066 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated splitting leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi pipe breaking up

What MOT failures 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.

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail167,066 miles (+2,446)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,066 miles
    Test number
    864364359864
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated splitting leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi pipe breaking up

  2. Pass164,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    164,620 miles
    Test number
    978957635298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail164,620 miles (+3,404)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,620 miles
    Test number
    914189696685
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  4. Pass161,216 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    161,216 miles
    Test number
    477696051292
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail161,216 miles (+7,750)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,216 miles
    Test number
    587474902325
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass153,466 miles (+8,194)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    153,466 miles
    Test number
    495920605369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 mm tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  7. Pass145,272 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    145,272 miles
    Test number
    883186793016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  8. Fail145,272 miles (+6,158)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,272 miles
    Test number
    405163448964
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Pass139,114 miles (+5,874)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    139,114 miles
    Test number
    498536496095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Pass133,240 miles (+5,912)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    133,240 miles
    Test number
    535941517525
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Pass127,328 miles (+10,979)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    127,328 miles
    Test number
    400881403907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass116,349 miles (+5,692)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    116,349 miles
    Test number
    601234673479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass110,657 miles (+4,151)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    110,657 miles
    Test number
    728064203970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass106,506 miles (+10,317)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    106,506 miles
    Test number
    886369151250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass96,189 miles (+11,514)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    96,189 miles
    Test number
    103281114777
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  16. Pass84,675 miles (+4,312)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    84,675 miles
    Test number
    419520554393
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perished

  17. Pass80,363 miles (+3,781)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    80,363 miles
    Test number
    225408804072
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass76,582 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2014
    Odometer
    76,582 miles
    Test number
    757350303124
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Fail76,581 miles (+7,439)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,581 miles
    Test number
    509690803141
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Pass69,142 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2013
    Odometer
    69,142 miles
    Test number
    866988202108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail69,142 miles (+8,061)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,142 miles
    Test number
    566018002196
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass61,081 miles (+8,522)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    61,081 miles
    Test number
    397386511131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass52,559 miles (+10,417)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2011
    Odometer
    52,559 miles
    Test number
    224484300166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,142 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2010
    Odometer
    42,142 miles
    Test number
    673649819191
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S52 BJE

Does S52 BJE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S52 BJE is valid until 5 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S52 BJE?
The MOT on S52 BJE is valid until 5 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S52 BJE done?
S52 BJE was recorded at 167,066 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2026, an average of 7,141 miles a year.
Has S52 BJE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S52 BJE has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S52 BJE 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 S52 BJE find?
S52 BJE failed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2026 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside rear direction indicator incorrect colour; offside front steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 7 more.

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