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Volvo V70

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 2,435 cc

S740 XPPMOT history

S740 XPP is a red petrol Volvo V70 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 88,275 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Oct 2027
Mileage
88,275 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,258 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S740 XPP
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
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S740 XPP was last recorded at 88,275 miles on 3 Oct 2026, 123 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,152 miles · 6 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
123 miles
Average per year
2,258 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,275 miles
  • 2023 – 88,152 miles
  • 2022 – 87,870 miles
  • 2021 – 86,033 miles
  • 2020 – 83,461 miles
  • 2018 – 80,134 miles
  • 2017 – 73,236 miles
  • 2015 – 71,880 miles
  • 2014 – 67,056 miles
  • 2013 – 65,320 miles
  • 2012 – 64,006 miles
  • 2011 – 60,775 miles
  • 2010 – 56,261 miles
  • 2009 – 53,115 miles
  • 2008 – 49,290 miles
  • 2007 – 45,366 miles
  • 2006 – 41,623 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,275 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Os and ns rear axle brackets corroded
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNs rear exhaust corroded
  • AdvisoryOs and ns sill covers fitted preventing full inspection

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.

  • Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Measured @ 1.9mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Towbar component corroded, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated x2

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass88,275 miles (+123)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    88,275 miles
    Test number
    691219312129
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Os and ns rear axle brackets corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNs rear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryOs and ns sill covers fitted preventing full inspection

  2. Pass88,152 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    88,152 miles
    Test number
    109293005106
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components
    • AdvisoryManufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Measured @ 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

  3. Fail88,150 miles (+280)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,150 miles
    Test number
    322590255601
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. Space saver fitted (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components
    • AdvisoryManufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Measured @ 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass87,870 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    87,870 miles
    Test number
    917718820041
    • MinorNearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated x2 (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail87,870 miles (+1,837)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,870 miles
    Test number
    425039500572
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated x2 (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass86,033 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    86,033 miles
    Test number
    792703837530
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail86,033 miles (+2,572)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,033 miles
    Test number
    501144218626
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass83,461 miles (+3,327)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    83,461 miles
    Test number
    710544884771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass80,134 miles (+6,898)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    80,134 miles
    Test number
    114515910036
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass73,236 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    73,236 miles
    Test number
    666938902209
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  11. Fail73,225 miles (+1,345)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,225 miles
    Test number
    379834580317
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated borderline (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryOffside rear axle bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement

  12. Pass71,880 miles (+2,538)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    71,880 miles
    Test number
    830160587822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,342 miles (+2,286)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    69,342 miles
    Test number
    409069905002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,056 miles (+1,736)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    67,056 miles
    Test number
    126251024067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,320 miles (+1,314)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    65,320 miles
    Test number
    817452233081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass64,006 miles (+3,231)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    64,006 miles
    Test number
    518174022064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,775 miles (+4,514)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    60,775 miles
    Test number
    375954321049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,261 miles (+3,146)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    56,261 miles
    Test number
    451312430036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,115 miles (+3,825)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    53,115 miles
    Test number
    162387439432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,290 miles (+3,924)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    49,290 miles
    Test number
    134293438478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    45,366 miles
    Test number
    504923837016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail45,360 miles (+3,737)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,360 miles
    Test number
    850983637038
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  23. Pass41,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    41,623 miles
    Test number
    614925836088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S740 XPP

Does S740 XPP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S740 XPP is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S740 XPP?
The MOT on S740 XPP is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S740 XPP done?
S740 XPP was recorded at 88,275 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2026, an average of 2,258 miles a year.
Has S740 XPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S740 XPP has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on S740 XPP 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 S740 XPP find?
S740 XPP passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint, and 5 more.

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