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Volvo V70

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,319 cc

S96 PMJMOT history

S96 PMJ is a silver petrol Volvo V70 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 11 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 180,632 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Apr 2027
Mileage
180,632 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,553 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S96 PMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,319 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S96 PMJ was last recorded at 180,632 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 6,958 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,674 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,958 miles
Average per year
5,553 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,632 miles
  • 2025 – 173,674 miles
  • 2024 – 167,771 miles
  • 2023 – 164,584 miles
  • 2022 – 161,849 miles
  • 2021 – 161,592 miles
  • 2020 – 155,614 miles
  • 2018 – 145,178 miles
  • 2017 – 133,052 miles
  • 2016 – 108,479 miles
  • 2015 – 105,342 miles
  • 2014 – 100,162 miles
  • 2013 – 96,241 miles
  • 2012 – 94,777 miles
  • 2011 – 92,901 miles
  • 2010 – 91,335 miles
  • 2009 – 89,357 miles
  • 2008 – 82,660 miles
  • 2007 – 76,804 miles
  • 2006 – 70,839 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,632 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryHas corrosion under body and sills but not considered excessive but getting more advanced

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 less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,632 miles (+6,958)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    180,632 miles
    Test number
    491780895690
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHas corrosion under body and sills but not considered excessive but getting more advanced

  2. Pass173,674 miles (+5,903)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    173,674 miles
    Test number
    552560725151
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHas corrosion under body and sills but not considered excessive

  3. Pass167,771 miles (+3,187)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    167,771 miles
    Test number
    212117562924
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHas slight corrosion under body, sills and suspension components

  4. Fail164,584 miles (+2,735)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,584 miles
    Test number
    542992867970
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine turbo area ??? (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside windscreen washer poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass161,849 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    161,849 miles
    Test number
    495684951618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail161,847 miles (+255)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,847 miles
    Test number
    666435734127
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side BOTH SIDES (1.4.1 (a))

  7. Fail161,592 miles (+5,978)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,592 miles
    Test number
    971369540965
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass155,614 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    155,614 miles
    Test number
    629849554879
    • AdvisorySub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail155,603 miles (+10,425)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,603 miles
    Test number
    928281636094
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail not attached (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested no cat fitted at time of test (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisorySub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass145,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    145,178 miles
    Test number
    154957995929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail145,178 miles (+12,126)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,178 miles
    Test number
    841531861579
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass133,052 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    133,052 miles
    Test number
    329839615842
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail133,032 miles (+24,553)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,032 miles
    Test number
    261283910318
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass108,479 miles (+3,137)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    108,479 miles
    Test number
    404212860779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass105,342 miles (+5,180)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    105,342 miles
    Test number
    106551115261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass100,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    100,162 miles
    Test number
    217430994173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail100,162 miles (+3,921)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,162 miles
    Test number
    695750794189
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass96,241 miles (+1,464)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    96,241 miles
    Test number
    295049183483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass94,777 miles (+1,876)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    94,777 miles
    Test number
    955849772167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass92,901 miles (+1,566)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    92,901 miles
    Test number
    905477701237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass91,335 miles (+1,978)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    91,335 miles
    Test number
    353131510279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass89,357 miles (+6,697)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    89,357 miles
    Test number
    480245859113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass82,660 miles (+5,856)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    82,660 miles
    Test number
    470906158176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass76,804 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    76,804 miles
    Test number
    414587157178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail76,802 miles (+5,963)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,802 miles
    Test number
    701017557133
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn.
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer wall damaged.
    • NoteOffside front tyre cut in outer sidewall.

  26. Pass70,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    70,839 miles
    Test number
    942729156106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S96 PMJ

Does S96 PMJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S96 PMJ is valid until 11 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S96 PMJ?
The MOT on S96 PMJ is valid until 11 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S96 PMJ done?
S96 PMJ was recorded at 180,632 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 5,553 miles a year.
Has S96 PMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S96 PMJ has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on S96 PMJ 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 S96 PMJ find?
S96 PMJ passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; has corrosion under body and sills but not considered excessive but getting more advanced.

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