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Volvo V70

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,435 cc

T278 TGBMOT history

T278 TGB is a green petrol Volvo V70 first used on 5 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Mar 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 233,552 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Mar 2026
Mileage
233,552 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,158 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T278 TGB
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
5 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T278 TGB was last recorded at 233,552 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 1,042 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Mar 2023: 230,022 miles, lower than 230,023 miles on 14 Feb 2023.

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
232,510 miles · 18 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,042 miles
Average per year
5,158 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 233,552 miles
  • 2025 – 232,510 miles
  • 2024 – 231,102 miles
  • 2023 – 230,022 miles
  • 2022 – 227,994 miles
  • 2021 – 225,604 miles
  • 2020 – 224,770 miles
  • 2018 – 219,020 miles
  • 2017 – 213,257 miles
  • 2016 – 207,191 miles
  • 2015 – 199,672 miles
  • 2014 – 192,879 miles
  • 2013 – 186,298 miles
  • 2012 – 177,934 miles
  • 2011 – 170,777 miles
  • 2010 – 163,541 miles
  • 2009 – 157,999 miles
  • 2008 – 153,280 miles
  • 2007 – 148,419 miles
  • 2006 – 139,346 miles
  • 2005 – 129,295 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail233,552 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened axle mount cradle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2x (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorTyre obviously under inflated 4x (5.2.3 (l))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail233,552 miles (+1,042)7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,552 miles
    Test number
    273885197257
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened axle mount cradle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2x (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorTyre obviously under inflated 4x (5.2.3 (l))

  2. Pass232,510 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    232,510 miles
    Test number
    821050604891
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Handbrake (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail232,510 miles (+1,408)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,510 miles
    Test number
    578218726208
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass231,102 miles (+1,080)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    231,102 miles
    Test number
    590951122725
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass230,022 miles (-1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    230,022 miles
    Test number
    427407292090
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail230,023 miles (+2,029)2 dangerous9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,023 miles
    Test number
    866968875681
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass227,994 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    227,994 miles
    Test number
    723759127966
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield adrift
    • AdvisoryFuel flap not closing
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisorySmell of petrol fumes

  8. Fail227,994 miles (+2,390)7 major3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,994 miles
    Test number
    180569038046
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure cat rubbing on body (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play top mount bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play top mount bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) universal joint (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield adrift
    • AdvisoryFuel flap not closing
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisorySmell of petrol fumes

  9. Pass225,604 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    225,604 miles
    Test number
    391658440053
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFuel flap will not close

  10. Fail225,604 miles (+834)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,604 miles
    Test number
    706816087681
    • MajorCentral Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak and rear (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring (1.6 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFuel flap will not close

  11. Pass224,770 miles (+5,750)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    224,770 miles
    Test number
    925896782507
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes cracking

  12. Pass219,020 miles (+5,763)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    219,020 miles
    Test number
    149730065126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass213,257 miles (+6,066)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    213,257 miles
    Test number
    557752697074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass207,191 miles (+7,519)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    207,191 miles
    Test number
    962929567827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass199,672 miles (+6,793)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    199,672 miles
    Test number
    418067533018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass192,879 miles (+6,581)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    192,879 miles
    Test number
    768189004326
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass186,298 miles (+8,364)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    186,298 miles
    Test number
    158342103393
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass177,934 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    177,934 miles
    Test number
    439407622438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail177,933 miles (+7,156)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,933 miles
    Test number
    768006322372
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  20. Pass170,777 miles (+7,236)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    170,777 miles
    Test number
    285889921361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteElectrical wiring damaged/contaminated

  21. Pass163,541 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    163,541 miles
    Test number
    473817440312
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail163,541 miles (+5,542)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,541 miles
    Test number
    232447640352
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass157,999 miles (+4,719)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    157,999 miles
    Test number
    100133269340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass153,280 miles (+4,861)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    153,280 miles
    Test number
    214454968340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass148,419 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    148,419 miles
    Test number
    892172467367
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Fail148,419 miles (+9,073)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,419 miles
    Test number
    901872667398
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass139,346 miles (+10,051)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    139,346 miles
    Test number
    512083166396
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass129,295 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    129,295 miles
    Test number
    192035355302
    • NoteBattery insecure

Questions about T278 TGB

Does T278 TGB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T278 TGB expired on 17 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T278 TGB?
The MOT on T278 TGB expired on 17 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T278 TGB done?
T278 TGB was recorded at 233,552 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 5,158 miles a year.
Has T278 TGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T278 TGB has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T278 TGB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Mar 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T278 TGB find?
T278 TGB failed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 7 major defects and 1 minor defect: nearside rear integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch; nearside rear sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened axle mount cradle; nearside seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill, and 5 more.

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