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Volvo V70

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 2,435 cc

S8 DKCMOT history

S8 DKC is a green petrol Volvo V70 first used on 17 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 35 MOT tests, with 142,406 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

S8 DKC green Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 May 2027
Mileage
142,406 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
35
18 passed · 17 failed
Per year
5,522 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 DKC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
17 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 DKC was last recorded at 142,406 miles on 5 May 2026, 50 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,356 miles · 29 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
50 miles
Average per year
5,522 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,406 miles
  • 2025 – 141,613 miles
  • 2024 – 138,743 miles
  • 2023 – 135,516 miles
  • 2021 – 125,150 miles
  • 2020 – 105,724 miles
  • 2015 – 78,345 miles
  • 2013 – 69,881 miles
  • 2011 – 58,358 miles
  • 2010 – 54,333 miles
  • 2009 – 50,638 miles
  • 2008 – 44,604 miles
  • 2007 – 39,740 miles
  • 2006 – 35,012 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,406 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass142,406 miles (+50)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    142,406 miles
    Test number
    403171111678
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail142,356 miles (+743)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,356 miles
    Test number
    183623409682
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass141,613 miles (+2,870)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    141,613 miles
    Test number
    237371913983
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass138,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    138,743 miles
    Test number
    528473061554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail138,743 miles (+3,227)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,743 miles
    Test number
    503319644896
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass135,516 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    135,516 miles
    Test number
    503780206995
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail135,514 miles (+58)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,514 miles
    Test number
    856879820643
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported at flexy (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail135,456 miles (+49)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,456 miles
    Test number
    126090267669
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail135,407 miles (+10,257)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,407 miles
    Test number
    824601375686
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 2mm and worn on its inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres are worn on there outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass125,150 miles (+15)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    125,150 miles
    Test number
    819522109454
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog/ driving lamp not working

  11. Fail125,135 miles (+19,411)1 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,135 miles
    Test number
    783657900816
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog/ driving lamp not working

  12. Pass105,724 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    105,724 miles
    Test number
    769297992725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail105,665 miles3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,665 miles
    Test number
    832833912227
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  14. PassMileage not read1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    955370898767
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. FailMileage not read7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    920599564946
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  16. PassMileage not read1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    691185238836
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  17. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    589445277999
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. FailMileage not read3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    425510195233
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    114365879736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. FailMileage not read1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    147223750845
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Lower Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. Pass78,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    78,345 miles
    Test number
    326581385155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail78,345 miles (+8,464)12 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,345 miles
    Test number
    549106475197
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass69,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    69,881 miles
    Test number
    146925123319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail69,881 miles (+11,523)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,881 miles
    Test number
    175598713383
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Pass58,358 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    58,358 miles
    Test number
    375666631380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Fail58,357 miles (+1)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,357 miles
    Test number
    688116331344
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Fail58,356 miles (+4,023)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,356 miles
    Test number
    418913931438
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  28. Pass54,333 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    54,333 miles
    Test number
    191841420370
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

  29. Fail54,333 miles (+3,695)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,333 miles
    Test number
    243401620336
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

  30. Pass50,638 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    50,638 miles
    Test number
    173747229367
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  31. Fail50,638 miles (+6,034)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,638 miles
    Test number
    842547629386
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  32. Pass44,604 miles (+4,864)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    44,604 miles
    Test number
    121940038365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass39,740 miles (+4,728)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    39,740 miles
    Test number
    383824327383
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  34. Pass35,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    35,012 miles
    Test number
    922906626318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail35,012 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,012 miles
    Test number
    100276826381
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Questions about S8 DKC

Does S8 DKC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 DKC is valid until 15 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 DKC?
The MOT on S8 DKC is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 DKC done?
S8 DKC was recorded at 142,406 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 5,522 miles a year.
Has S8 DKC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 DKC has failed 17 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S8 DKC 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 S8 DKC find?
S8 DKC passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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