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Volvo S70

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,435 cc

S779 SLHMOT history

S779 SLH is a blue petrol Volvo S70 first used on 3 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 30 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 150,816 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jan 2024
Mileage
150,816 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2024
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,300 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S779 SLH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S70
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
3 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

S779 SLH was last recorded at 150,816 miles on 5 Feb 2024, 9,216 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,600 miles · 29 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
9,216 miles
Average per year
6,300 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 150,816 miles
  • 2023 – 141,600 miles
  • 2022 – 138,949 miles
  • 2021 – 133,968 miles
  • 2020 – 127,577 miles
  • 2019 – 123,513 miles
  • 2018 – 121,669 miles
  • 2017 – 116,017 miles
  • 2016 – 106,829 miles
  • 2014 – 99,544 miles
  • 2013 – 94,516 miles
  • 2012 – 83,864 miles
  • 2011 – 75,004 miles
  • 2010 – 67,757 miles
  • 2009 – 60,939 miles
  • 2008 – 53,932 miles
  • 2007 – 48,119 miles
  • 2006 – 40,391 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail150,816 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed SPLIT. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect BEAM PATTERN NOT CLEAR. (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect BEAM PATTERN NOT CLEAR. (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
  • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated PINHOLE AND LOSING GREASE. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated PINHOLER AND LOSING GREASE. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive RACK AREA DAMP. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPARKING BRAKE LOW READING.

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.

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail150,816 miles (+9,216)1 dangerous9 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,816 miles
    Test number
    789367435347
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed SPLIT. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect BEAM PATTERN NOT CLEAR. (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect BEAM PATTERN NOT CLEAR. (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated PINHOLE AND LOSING GREASE. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated PINHOLER AND LOSING GREASE. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive RACK AREA DAMP. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPARKING BRAKE LOW READING.

  2. Pass141,600 miles (+2,651)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    141,600 miles
    Test number
    459529773957
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front indicator unit damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass138,949 miles (+4,981)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    138,949 miles
    Test number
    364007533153
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAir induction pipe has multiple holes in

  4. Pass133,968 miles (+6,391)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    133,968 miles
    Test number
    271198167392
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass127,577 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    127,577 miles
    Test number
    761616758186
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail127,577 miles (+4,064)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,577 miles
    Test number
    967680459301
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass123,513 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    123,513 miles
    Test number
    699200785787
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  8. Fail123,513 miles (+1,844)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,513 miles
    Test number
    512590649779
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  9. Pass121,669 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    121,669 miles
    Test number
    349486861122
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail121,669 miles (+5,652)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,669 miles
    Test number
    537496239888
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing glass missing (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass116,017 miles (+9,188)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    116,017 miles
    Test number
    864092766363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass106,829 miles (+7,285)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    106,829 miles
    Test number
    203534106222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass99,544 miles (+5,028)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    99,544 miles
    Test number
    389710324243
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear exhaust support corroded

  14. Pass94,516 miles (+10,652)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    94,516 miles
    Test number
    886875083160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteService light on

  15. Pass83,864 miles (+8,860)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    83,864 miles
    Test number
    796229402234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass75,004 miles (+7,247)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    75,004 miles
    Test number
    536516801247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass67,757 miles (+6,818)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    67,757 miles
    Test number
    784269200293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass60,939 miles (+7,007)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    60,939 miles
    Test number
    832969609260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,932 miles (+5,813)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    53,932 miles
    Test number
    373287608466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,119 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    48,119 miles
    Test number
    384181617427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail48,119 miles (+7,728)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,119 miles
    Test number
    754891317223
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass40,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    40,391 miles
    Test number
    950048706294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S779 SLH

Does S779 SLH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S779 SLH expired on 30 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S779 SLH?
The MOT on S779 SLH expired on 30 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S779 SLH done?
S779 SLH was recorded at 150,816 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2024, an average of 6,300 miles a year.
Has S779 SLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S779 SLH has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on S779 SLH 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 S779 SLH find?
S779 SLH failed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects, 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: offside rear inner tyre has ply or cords exposed split.; front registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements; nearside front direction indicator incorrect colour, and 14 more.

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