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Volvo S70

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,435 cc

T143 MBUMOT history

T143 MBU is a green petrol Volvo S70 first used on 4 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 139,510 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Apr 2027
Mileage
139,510 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,826 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T143 MBU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S70
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T143 MBU was last recorded at 139,510 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,495 miles · 26 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
4,826 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,510 miles
  • 2025 – 135,605 miles
  • 2024 – 132,983 miles
  • 2023 – 130,613 miles
  • 2022 – 126,868 miles
  • 2021 – 122,636 miles
  • 2020 – 120,201 miles
  • 2019 – 118,611 miles
  • 2018 – 106,332 miles
  • 2017 – 89,797 miles
  • 2016 – 81,318 miles
  • 2015 – 79,026 miles
  • 2014 – 74,056 miles
  • 2013 – 64,658 miles
  • 2012 – 56,223 miles
  • 2011 – 54,063 miles
  • 2010 – 53,111 miles
  • 2009 – 51,450 miles
  • 2008 – 49,105 miles
  • 2007 – 47,260 miles
  • 2006 – 43,856 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,510 miles
  • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,510 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    139,510 miles
    Test number
    481440050769
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail139,495 miles (+3,890)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,495 miles
    Test number
    828938907305
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass135,605 miles (+4)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    135,605 miles
    Test number
    718877176471
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail135,601 miles (+2,618)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,601 miles
    Test number
    158835948078
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass132,983 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    132,983 miles
    Test number
    599339473899
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail132,983 miles (+2,370)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,983 miles
    Test number
    816209023742
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass130,613 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    130,613 miles
    Test number
    986721615236
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres slightly perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail130,613 miles (+3,745)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,613 miles
    Test number
    238103002052
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres slightly perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass126,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    126,868 miles
    Test number
    561957338991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail126,868 miles (+4,232)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,868 miles
    Test number
    773938882915
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass122,636 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    122,636 miles
    Test number
    500629086080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail122,633 miles (+2,432)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,633 miles
    Test number
    187733084690
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass120,201 miles (+1,590)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    120,201 miles
    Test number
    268721031738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass118,611 miles (+12,279)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    118,611 miles
    Test number
    741499993207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass106,332 miles (+16,535)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    106,332 miles
    Test number
    125550657336
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass89,797 miles (+8,479)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    89,797 miles
    Test number
    791289672032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass81,318 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    81,318 miles
    Test number
    473636520295
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail81,318 miles (+2,292)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,318 miles
    Test number
    848488983246
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass79,026 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    79,026 miles
    Test number
    861433484898
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll tyre valve stems are perishing
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside rear tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryBrake servo rusty

  20. Fail79,026 miles (+4,970)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,026 miles
    Test number
    628920028647
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll tyre valve stems are perishing
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside rear tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryBrake servo rusty

  21. Pass74,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    74,056 miles
    Test number
    498416394206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail74,056 miles (+9,398)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,056 miles
    Test number
    639556794200
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass64,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    64,658 miles
    Test number
    557792043110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail64,658 miles (+8,435)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,658 miles
    Test number
    695852743111
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  25. Pass56,223 miles (+2,160)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    56,223 miles
    Test number
    847413252178
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front steering rack arm slight play

  26. Pass54,063 miles (+952)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    54,063 miles
    Test number
    227163551491
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass53,111 miles (+1,661)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    53,111 miles
    Test number
    163013150129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass51,450 miles (+2,345)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    51,450 miles
    Test number
    613332359173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass49,105 miles (+1,845)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    49,105 miles
    Test number
    970277958141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass47,260 miles (+3,404)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    47,260 miles
    Test number
    162700357180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass43,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    43,856 miles
    Test number
    933901356153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T143 MBU

Does T143 MBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T143 MBU is valid until 18 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T143 MBU?
The MOT on T143 MBU is valid until 18 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T143 MBU done?
T143 MBU was recorded at 139,510 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 4,826 miles a year.
Has T143 MBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T143 MBU has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T143 MBU 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 T143 MBU find?
T143 MBU passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: all direction indicators slightly discoloured; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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