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Volvo V70

Grey · Petrol · 1998 · 2,435 cc

S808 VGVMOT history

S808 VGV is a grey petrol Volvo V70 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 167,292 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
167,292 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,681 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S808 VGV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S808 VGV was last recorded at 167,292 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 10,014 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,278 miles · 28 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
10,014 miles
Average per year
5,681 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,292 miles
  • 2025 – 157,278 miles
  • 2024 – 145,706 miles
  • 2023 – 134,608 miles
  • 2022 – 124,041 miles
  • 2021 – 122,958 miles
  • 2020 – 116,031 miles
  • 2019 – 114,089 miles
  • 2018 – 110,158 miles
  • 2017 – 103,954 miles
  • 2016 – 99,987 miles
  • 2015 – 94,836 miles
  • 2014 – 90,011 miles
  • 2013 – 85,398 miles
  • 2012 – 82,106 miles
  • 2011 – 79,322 miles
  • 2010 – 76,230 miles
  • 2009 – 70,691 miles
  • 2008 – 64,255 miles
  • 2007 – 59,317 miles
  • 2006 – 53,725 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,292 miles
  • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 6 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,292 miles (+10,014)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    167,292 miles
    Test number
    698078882280
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass157,278 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    157,278 miles
    Test number
    188237720257
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail157,278 miles (+11,572)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,278 miles
    Test number
    330720971839
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass145,706 miles (+11,098)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    145,706 miles
    Test number
    615001582394
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass134,608 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    134,608 miles
    Test number
    190844597407
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail134,608 miles (+10,567)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,608 miles
    Test number
    807169279911
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass124,041 miles (+1,083)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    124,041 miles
    Test number
    869196077131
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryReversing lights not working

  8. Pass122,958 miles (+7)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    122,958 miles
    Test number
    764994109568
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Fail122,951 miles (+6,920)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,951 miles
    Test number
    618712685141
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass116,031 miles (+1,942)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    116,031 miles
    Test number
    964132022924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass114,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    114,089 miles
    Test number
    216010426453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail114,089 miles (+3,931)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,089 miles
    Test number
    895680143013
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass110,158 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    110,158 miles
    Test number
    201878261243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail110,125 miles (+6,171)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,125 miles
    Test number
    329713612507
    • DangerousStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass103,954 miles (+3,967)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    103,954 miles
    Test number
    453971796337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass99,987 miles (+5,151)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    99,987 miles
    Test number
    180477841071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass94,836 miles (+4,825)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    94,836 miles
    Test number
    629214435000
    • AdvisoryBrakes 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Pass90,011 miles (+4,613)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    90,011 miles
    Test number
    709268924072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass85,398 miles (+3,292)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    85,398 miles
    Test number
    145527733061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass82,106 miles (+2,784)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    82,106 miles
    Test number
    886162932023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass79,322 miles (+3,092)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    79,322 miles
    Test number
    988556421019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass76,230 miles (+5,539)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    76,230 miles
    Test number
    393366920047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass70,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    70,691 miles
    Test number
    331909729007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail70,691 miles (+6,436)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,691 miles
    Test number
    752089529041
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  25. Pass64,255 miles (+4,938)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    64,255 miles
    Test number
    441438918013
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass59,317 miles (+5,592)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    59,317 miles
    Test number
    404602227061
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass53,725 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    53,725 miles
    Test number
    124277736430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about S808 VGV

Does S808 VGV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S808 VGV is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S808 VGV?
The MOT on S808 VGV is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S808 VGV done?
S808 VGV was recorded at 167,292 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 5,681 miles a year.
Has S808 VGV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S808 VGV has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on S808 VGV 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 S808 VGV find?
S808 VGV passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside headlamp reflector slightly defective; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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