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Volvo XC70

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,401 cc

S70 NGLMOT history

S70 NGL is a black diesel Volvo XC70 first used on 30 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 16 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 220,357 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Oct 2027
Mileage
220,357 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
9,548 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S70 NGL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
XC70
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,401 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S70 NGL was last recorded at 220,357 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 5,489 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,868 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,489 miles
Average per year
9,548 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 220,357 miles
  • 2025 – 214,868 miles
  • 2024 – 211,494 miles
  • 2023 – 208,595 miles
  • 2022 – 205,533 miles
  • 2021 – 201,855 miles
  • 2020 – 197,305 miles
  • 2019 – 194,070 miles
  • 2018 – 186,949 miles
  • 2017 – 159,870 miles
  • 2016 – 140,372 miles
  • 2015 – 117,712 miles
  • 2014 – 107,783 miles
  • 2013 – 95,680 miles
  • 2012 – 84,654 miles
  • 2011 – 74,634 miles
  • 2009 – 61,351 miles
  • 2008 – 49,204 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,357 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.

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

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

32 tests since 2 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,357 miles (+5,489)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    220,357 miles
    Test number
    950110141853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass214,868 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    214,868 miles
    Test number
    605484255823
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail214,868 miles (+3,374)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,868 miles
    Test number
    385622478030
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass211,494 miles (+2,899)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    211,494 miles
    Test number
    241606427259
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass208,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    208,595 miles
    Test number
    721217042037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail208,595 miles (+3,062)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,595 miles
    Test number
    870605759111
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass205,533 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    205,533 miles
    Test number
    705666677596
    • 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))

  8. Fail205,533 miles (+3,678)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,533 miles
    Test number
    971326536044
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  9. Pass201,855 miles (+256)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    201,855 miles
    Test number
    636049361853
    • MinorOffside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Fail201,599 miles (+4,294)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,599 miles
    Test number
    254629618395
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

  11. Pass197,305 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    197,305 miles
    Test number
    177988775135
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail197,305 miles (+3,235)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,305 miles
    Test number
    214176086643
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass194,070 miles (+7,121)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    194,070 miles
    Test number
    779179792891
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  14. Pass186,949 miles (+4,773)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    186,949 miles
    Test number
    982392777495
    • AdvisoryChip in screen

  15. Pass182,176 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    182,176 miles
    Test number
    483332445019
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  16. Fail182,175 miles (+22,305)1 dangerous3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,175 miles
    Test number
    756916202060
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  17. Pass159,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    159,870 miles
    Test number
    772379500248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail159,870 miles (+19,498)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,870 miles
    Test number
    411973994146
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWiper blades poor

  19. Pass140,372 miles (+22,660)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    140,372 miles
    Test number
    629373773258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass117,712 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    117,712 miles
    Test number
    236780715436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail117,656 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,656 miles
    Test number
    417307985079
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

  22. Pass117,656 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    117,656 miles
    Test number
    805137485085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail117,653 miles (+9,870)3 dangerous4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,653 miles
    Test number
    488335655052
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  24. Pass107,783 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    107,783 miles
    Test number
    525782644038
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Fail107,778 miles (+12,098)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,778 miles
    Test number
    457664634041
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass95,680 miles (+11,026)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    95,680 miles
    Test number
    975259303072
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteExhaust brackets broken but exhaust still supported
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/r tyres bald on edges
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass84,654 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    84,654 miles
    Test number
    466309202095
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteExhaust centre rear mounting brackets corroded and broken, system still supported
    • NoteSlight movement nearside front steering rack inner tie rod arm
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  28. Fail84,642 miles (+10,008)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,642 miles
    Test number
    199739602415
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteExhaust centre rear mounting brackets corroded and broken, system still supported
    • NoteSlight movement nearside front steering rack inner tie rod arm
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  29. Pass74,634 miles (+13,283)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    74,634 miles
    Test number
    518650911000
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  30. Pass61,351 miles (+12,147)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    61,351 miles
    Test number
    721874469329
    • NoteAdvise air bag light on
    • NoteAdvise n/s/f tyre starting to wear on inner edge
    • NoteAdvise slight play in steering rack

  31. Pass49,204 miles (+8,204)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    49,204 miles
    Test number
    162075568389
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteO/s mirror has light grazing

  32. Pass41,000 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    41,000 miles
    Test number
    960142208017
    • NoteAir bag light on at time of test

Questions about S70 NGL

Does S70 NGL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S70 NGL is valid until 16 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S70 NGL?
The MOT on S70 NGL is valid until 16 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S70 NGL done?
S70 NGL was recorded at 220,357 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 9,548 miles a year.
Has S70 NGL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S70 NGL has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on S70 NGL 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 S70 NGL find?
S70 NGL passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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