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Volvo V70

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T279 SMRMOT history

T279 SMR is a red diesel Volvo V70 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 224,903 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
224,903 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,947 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T279 SMR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T279 SMR was last recorded at 224,903 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 4,239 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
220,664 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,239 miles
Average per year
6,947 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 224,903 miles
  • 2024 – 220,664 miles
  • 2022 – 207,793 miles
  • 2021 – 198,775 miles
  • 2019 – 178,786 miles
  • 2018 – 170,419 miles
  • 2017 – 167,249 miles
  • 2016 – 158,671 miles
  • 2015 – 149,857 miles
  • 2014 – 146,788 miles
  • 2013 – 142,347 miles
  • 2012 – 135,729 miles
  • 2011 – 129,735 miles
  • 2010 – 124,365 miles
  • 2009 – 115,007 miles
  • 2008 – 106,741 miles
  • 2007 – 99,273 miles
  • 2006 – 89,118 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass224,903 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 16% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUnderside wet at the time of test

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass224,903 miles (+4,239)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    224,903 miles
    Test number
    404071937861
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 16% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside wet at the time of test

  2. Pass220,664 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    220,664 miles
    Test number
    478431929298
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail220,649 miles (+12,856)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,649 miles
    Test number
    636713536860
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass207,793 miles (+9,018)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    207,793 miles
    Test number
    418823358196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass198,775 miles (+19,989)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    198,775 miles
    Test number
    215583188997
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass178,786 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    178,786 miles
    Test number
    166528145723
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail178,761 miles (+8,342)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,761 miles
    Test number
    783697124155
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass170,419 miles (+3,170)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    170,419 miles
    Test number
    647129930465
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both

  9. Pass167,249 miles (+8,578)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    167,249 miles
    Test number
    730860779160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass158,671 miles (+8,814)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    158,671 miles
    Test number
    434283115645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass149,857 miles (+3,069)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    149,857 miles
    Test number
    276507865183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inside edge

  12. Pass146,788 miles (+4,441)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    146,788 miles
    Test number
    999437294121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass142,347 miles (+6,618)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    142,347 miles
    Test number
    678285503219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNearside front shock absorber weeping and damping effect seriously reduced
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake discs and pads worn

  14. Pass135,729 miles (+5,994)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    135,729 miles
    Test number
    495508472198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass129,735 miles (+5,370)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    129,735 miles
    Test number
    237984961414
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteO/s/r tyres perrishing

  16. Fail124,365 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,365 miles
    Test number
    522646880171
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  17. Pass124,365 miles (+9,358)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    124,365 miles
    Test number
    732396780120
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass115,007 miles (+8,266)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    115,007 miles
    Test number
    632617169151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass106,741 miles (+7,468)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    106,741 miles
    Test number
    164388968140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass99,273 miles (+10,155)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    99,273 miles
    Test number
    233897457158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass89,118 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    89,118 miles
    Test number
    442685146163
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail89,117 miles4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,117 miles
    Test number
    222024746423
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine emitts slight smoke but passed emmissions

Questions about T279 SMR

Does T279 SMR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T279 SMR is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T279 SMR?
The MOT on T279 SMR is valid until 19 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T279 SMR done?
T279 SMR was recorded at 224,903 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 6,947 miles a year.
Has T279 SMR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T279 SMR has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T279 SMR 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 T279 SMR find?
T279 SMR passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: offside front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 16%; stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; underside wet at the time of test.

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