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Volvo V70

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,461 cc

S85 VWEMOT history

S85 VWE is a green diesel Volvo V70 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 16 Aug 2024 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 184,402 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Aug 2024
Mileage
184,402 mi
At MOT on 16 Aug 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,768 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S85 VWE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S85 VWE was last recorded at 184,402 miles on 16 Aug 2023, 74 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,328 miles · 15 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
74 miles
Average per year
6,768 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 184,402 miles
  • 2022 – 168,408 miles
  • 2020 – 156,990 miles
  • 2017 – 154,069 miles
  • 2016 – 146,647 miles
  • 2015 – 139,279 miles
  • 2014 – 132,907 miles
  • 2013 – 124,377 miles
  • 2012 – 116,168 miles
  • 2011 – 106,684 miles
  • 2010 – 98,481 miles
  • 2009 – 87,090 miles
  • 2008 – 79,154 miles
  • 2007 – 75,517 miles
  • 2006 – 69,299 miles
  • 2005 – 63,492 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,402 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust tailpipe missing but system is secureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Exhaust tail pipe missing , however system still secure.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,402 miles (+74)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    184,402 miles
    Test number
    679056505078
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailpipe missing but system is secure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Fail184,328 miles (+15,920)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,328 miles
    Test number
    767269952795
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEML indicates a fault with engine management system
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailpipe missing but system is secure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  3. Pass168,408 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    168,408 miles
    Test number
    239658911642
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe missing , however system still secure.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack area (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail168,407 miles (+11,417)1 dangerous4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,407 miles
    Test number
    855461254411
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Inner tie rod joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe missing , however system still secure.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass156,990 miles (+3)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    156,990 miles
    Test number
    728637049611
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail156,987 miles (+2,918)4 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,987 miles
    Test number
    522887321031
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass154,069 miles (+7,422)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    154,069 miles
    Test number
    553396208728
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play track rod (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front indicator loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front indicator loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  8. Pass146,647 miles (+7,368)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    146,647 miles
    Test number
    433767930291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass139,279 miles (+6,372)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    139,279 miles
    Test number
    225246015267
    • NoteFront brake discs worn,front brake flexible pipes cracking,rear chassis & suspension corroded.

  10. Pass132,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    132,907 miles
    Test number
    126045324269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail132,907 miles (+8,530)12 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,907 miles
    Test number
    879225524213
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  12. Pass124,377 miles (+8,209)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    124,377 miles
    Test number
    325927013224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass116,168 miles (+9,484)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    116,168 miles
    Test number
    149680132235
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass106,684 miles (+8,203)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    106,684 miles
    Test number
    317643721415
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass98,481 miles (+176)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    98,481 miles
    Test number
    311868830219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail98,305 miles (+11,215)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,305 miles
    Test number
    290061130239
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass87,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    87,090 miles
    Test number
    421479829279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail87,090 miles (+7,936)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,090 miles
    Test number
    803139729244
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass79,154 miles (+3,637)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    79,154 miles
    Test number
    331909438406
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass75,517 miles (+166)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    75,517 miles
    Test number
    951871177219
    • NoteAs per vt32 622524967207

  21. Fail75,351 miles (+6,052)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,351 miles
    Test number
    622524967207
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnable to test outer sills due to plastic covers

  22. Pass69,299 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    69,299 miles
    Test number
    193732276228
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnable to test outer sills due to plastic covers.

  23. Fail69,299 miles (+5,807)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,299 miles
    Test number
    432852376259
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnable to test outer sills due to plastic covers.

  24. Pass63,492 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    63,492 miles
    Test number
    883567175268
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S85 VWE

Does S85 VWE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S85 VWE expired on 16 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S85 VWE?
The MOT on S85 VWE expired on 16 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S85 VWE done?
S85 VWE was recorded at 184,402 miles at its MOT on 16 Aug 2023, an average of 6,768 miles a year.
Has S85 VWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S85 VWE has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on S85 VWE 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 S85 VWE find?
S85 VWE passed its latest MOT on 16 Aug 2023 with 4 advisories: exhaust tailpipe missing but system is secure; nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 1 more.

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