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Volvo V70

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 2,319 cc

S63 USUMOT history

S63 USU is a black petrol Volvo V70 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 21 Nov 2020 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 192,136 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Nov 2020
Mileage
192,136 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2023
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,769 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S63 USU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,319 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Nov 2020
Latest MOT test
18 May 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S63 USU was last recorded at 192,136 miles on 18 May 2023, 1,709 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,427 miles · 22 May 2019
Between the last two tests
1,709 miles
Average per year
6,769 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 192,136 miles
  • 2019 – 190,427 miles
  • 2018 – 189,341 miles
  • 2017 – 181,584 miles
  • 2016 – 171,410 miles
  • 2015 – 164,228 miles
  • 2014 – 155,465 miles
  • 2013 – 147,599 miles
  • 2012 – 140,730 miles
  • 2011 – 132,905 miles
  • 2010 – 122,287 miles
  • 2009 – 113,558 miles
  • 2008 – 106,160 miles
  • 2007 – 91,125 miles
  • 2006 – 79,320 miles
  • 2005 – 71,715 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail192,136 miles
  • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both inner sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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.

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

    Failure4 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail192,136 miles (+1,709)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,136 miles
    Test number
    982472151023
    • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both inner sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass190,427 miles (+74)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    190,427 miles
    Test number
    227352131491
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s inner sills corroded but rigidity is not significantly reduced
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of vehicle structure badly corroded but structural rigidity is not severely reduced

  3. Fail190,353 miles (+1,012)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,353 miles
    Test number
    367687670747
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass189,341 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    189,341 miles
    Test number
    164785761009
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Bush split (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Rear of engine
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  5. Fail189,341 miles (+7,757)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,341 miles
    Test number
    150186681602
    • FailureEmissions not tested Due to exhaust condition and missfire (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Hole at Cat (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Bush split (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Rear of engine
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  6. Pass181,584 miles (+188)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    181,584 miles
    Test number
    556229924251
    • AdvisoryTrailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)

  7. Fail181,396 miles (+9,986)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,396 miles
    Test number
    386606068397
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryTrailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass171,410 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    171,410 miles
    Test number
    715132377778
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail171,410 miles (+7,182)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,410 miles
    Test number
    488620387033
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass164,228 miles (+8,763)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    164,228 miles
    Test number
    777027205148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass155,465 miles (+7,866)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    155,465 miles
    Test number
    629196524109
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteSlight dampness around both CV boots but cant find any bursts

  12. Pass147,599 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    147,599 miles
    Test number
    469617923177
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail147,595 miles (+6,865)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,595 miles
    Test number
    177726223151
    • FailureFront Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass140,730 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2013
    Odometer
    140,730 miles
    Test number
    387058422182
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Fail140,721 miles (+7,816)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,721 miles
    Test number
    647384122115
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass132,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    132,905 miles
    Test number
    147189951160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail132,905 miles (+10,618)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,905 miles
    Test number
    955909251144
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass122,287 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    122,287 miles
    Test number
    101525950109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail122,287 miles (+8,729)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,287 miles
    Test number
    230364850120
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass113,558 miles (+7,398)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    113,558 miles
    Test number
    461583569137
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteBoth nearside tyres have cuts on the sidewall not exposing cords

  21. Pass106,160 miles (+15,035)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    106,160 miles
    Test number
    684057158141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass91,125 miles (+11,805)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    91,125 miles
    Test number
    272478857109
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass79,320 miles (+7,605)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    79,320 miles
    Test number
    580118056189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass71,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    71,715 miles
    Test number
    454524615222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S63 USU

Does S63 USU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S63 USU expired on 21 Nov 2020, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S63 USU?
The MOT on S63 USU expired on 21 Nov 2020. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S63 USU done?
S63 USU was recorded at 192,136 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2023, an average of 6,769 miles a year.
Has S63 USU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S63 USU has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2023.
Has the mileage on S63 USU 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 S63 USU find?
S63 USU failed its latest MOT on 18 May 2023 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both inner sill corroded; nearside rear sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn; offside rear sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn, and 4 more.

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