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Volvo V70

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,984 cc

S89 LTFMOT history

S89 LTF is a silver petrol Volvo V70 first used on 18 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2023 and it has passed 18 of 33 MOT tests, with 270,618 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Sept 2023
Mileage
270,618 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2022
MOT tests
33
18 passed · 15 failed
Per year
10,507 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S89 LTF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
18 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S89 LTF was last recorded at 270,618 miles on 9 Sept 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Nov 2018: 250,587 miles, lower than 252,575 miles on 7 Dec 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
270,618 miles · 7 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
10,507 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 270,618 miles
  • 2021 – 265,899 miles
  • 2020 – 261,230 miles
  • 2019 – 257,148 miles
  • 2018 – 250,587 miles
  • 2017 – 252,575 miles
  • 2016 – 245,077 miles
  • 2015 – 235,149 miles
  • 2014 – 222,613 miles
  • 2013 – 210,849 miles
  • 2012 – 197,625 miles
  • 2011 – 187,770 miles
  • 2010 – 170,305 miles
  • 2009 – 154,571 miles
  • 2008 – 138,961 miles
  • 2007 – 123,248 miles
  • 2006 – 100,320 miles
  • 2005 – 87,856 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass270,618 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all rear underbody corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached top strut mount

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

33 tests since 18 Apr 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass270,618 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    270,618 miles
    Test number
    782458897563
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all rear underbody corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail270,618 miles1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    270,618 miles
    Test number
    168665256175
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached top strut mount (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all rear underbody corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail270,618 miles (+4,719)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    270,618 miles
    Test number
    450422262722
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached top strut mount (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn strut top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all rear underbody corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass265,899 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    265,899 miles
    Test number
    700396514203
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail265,893 miles (+4,663)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    265,893 miles
    Test number
    427214953612
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass261,230 miles (+4,082)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    261,230 miles
    Test number
    568824050417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass257,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    257,148 miles
    Test number
    746914334283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail257,147 miles (+6,560)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    257,147 miles
    Test number
    435817637903
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass250,587 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    250,587 miles
    Test number
    767826147387
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. FailMileage not read1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    848329380988
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass252,575 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    252,575 miles
    Test number
    638558617210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail252,575 miles (+7,498)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    252,575 miles
    Test number
    315382272308
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi webbing broken cant see any leaks tho

  13. Pass245,077 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    245,077 miles
    Test number
    855821372874
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail245,075 miles (+9,926)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,075 miles
    Test number
    514529448127
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass235,149 miles (+12,536)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    235,149 miles
    Test number
    859302184086
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass222,613 miles (+11,764)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    222,613 miles
    Test number
    528778524345
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass210,849 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    210,849 miles
    Test number
    529670643330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail210,843 miles (+13,218)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,843 miles
    Test number
    171521971242
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

  19. Pass197,625 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    197,625 miles
    Test number
    776657422378
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  20. Fail197,623 miles (+9,853)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,623 miles
    Test number
    188556922323
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass187,770 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    187,770 miles
    Test number
    116076831355
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  22. Fail187,770 miles (+17,465)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,770 miles
    Test number
    296246931390
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  23. Fail170,305 miles3 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,305 miles
    Test number
    433087700385
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteOffside streeing pivot arm has play but not considered exessive

  24. Pass170,305 miles (+15,734)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    170,305 miles
    Test number
    624197000333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteOffside streeing pivot arm has play but not considered exessive

  25. Pass154,571 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    154,571 miles
    Test number
    990597109306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOffside steering rack end has play but not considered excessive

  26. Fail154,571 miles (+15,610)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,571 miles
    Test number
    230717609388
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOffside steering rack end has play but not considered excessive

  27. Pass138,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    138,961 miles
    Test number
    952708898273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail138,958 miles (+15,710)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,958 miles
    Test number
    531308798260
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass123,248 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    123,248 miles
    Test number
    262546697278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail123,247 miles (+22,927)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,247 miles
    Test number
    990105497240
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  31. Pass100,320 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    100,320 miles
    Test number
    663654316198
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear outer seat belts have child seats fitted, seat belts tested as presented.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on outside edge.

  32. Fail100,320 miles (+12,464)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,320 miles
    Test number
    303274116193
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear outer seat belts have child seats fitted ,belts tested as presented.

  33. Pass87,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2006
    Odometer
    87,856 miles
    Test number
    563075005395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S89 LTF

Does S89 LTF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S89 LTF expired on 8 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S89 LTF?
The MOT on S89 LTF expired on 8 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S89 LTF done?
S89 LTF was recorded at 270,618 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2022, an average of 10,507 miles a year.
Has S89 LTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S89 LTF has failed 15 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on S89 LTF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Nov 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S89 LTF find?
S89 LTF passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all rear underbody corroded.

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