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Volvo V70

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,435 cc

T197 RKRMOT history

T197 RKR is a green petrol Volvo V70 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Mar 2024 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 245,105 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Mar 2024
Mileage
245,105 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2023
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,727 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T197 RKR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T197 RKR was last recorded at 245,105 miles on 27 Mar 2023, 1,220 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
243,885 miles · 2 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
1,220 miles
Average per year
8,727 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 245,105 miles
  • 2022 – 234,442 miles
  • 2021 – 226,785 miles
  • 2014 – 225,010 miles
  • 2013 – 218,970 miles
  • 2012 – 205,853 miles
  • 2011 – 190,880 miles
  • 2010 – 175,973 miles
  • 2009 – 159,124 miles
  • 2008 – 140,945 miles
  • 2007 – 120,655 miles
  • 2006 – 95,813 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass245,105 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass245,105 miles (+1,220)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    245,105 miles
    Test number
    339986677051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail243,885 miles (+9,443)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,885 miles
    Test number
    836393602754
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass234,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    234,442 miles
    Test number
    395309323188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail234,442 miles (+7,657)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,442 miles
    Test number
    657509030153
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass226,785 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    226,785 miles
    Test number
    366961639726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail226,782 miles (+1,772)6 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,782 miles
    Test number
    479458414464
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass225,010 miles (+6,040)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    225,010 miles
    Test number
    169754244387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass218,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    218,970 miles
    Test number
    949412753392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail218,970 miles (+13,117)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,970 miles
    Test number
    715425043331
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  10. Pass205,853 miles (+14,973)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    205,853 miles
    Test number
    376122042379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass190,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    190,880 miles
    Test number
    219710041328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail190,680 miles (+14,707)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,680 miles
    Test number
    609880441387
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

  13. Pass175,973 miles (+78)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    175,973 miles
    Test number
    443235240340
    • NoteSlight play in n/s.of steering rack.slight noise from n/s.rear wheel bearing.

  14. Fail175,895 miles (+16,771)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,895 miles
    Test number
    470013240328
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in n/s.of steering rack.slight noise from n/s.rear wheel bearing.

  15. Pass159,124 miles (+18,179)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    159,124 miles
    Test number
    211461449376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass140,945 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    140,945 miles
    Test number
    342985748352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail140,940 miles (+20,285)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,940 miles
    Test number
    590834448313
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre slightly out of shape

  18. Fail120,655 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,655 miles
    Test number
    160573357285
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  19. Pass120,655 miles (+7,967)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    120,655 miles
    Test number
    260383657237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass112,688 miles (+16,875)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    112,688 miles
    Test number
    554881657083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass95,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    95,813 miles
    Test number
    610817046096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T197 RKR

Does T197 RKR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T197 RKR expired on 30 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T197 RKR?
The MOT on T197 RKR expired on 30 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T197 RKR done?
T197 RKR was recorded at 245,105 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2023, an average of 8,727 miles a year.
Has T197 RKR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T197 RKR has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T197 RKR 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 T197 RKR find?
T197 RKR passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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