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Volvo V70

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 2,435 cc

T311 SKSMOT history

T311 SKS is a red petrol Volvo V70 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 17 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 144,785 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Feb 2027
Mileage
144,785 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,569 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T311 SKS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T311 SKS was last recorded at 144,785 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 4,034 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,751 miles · 18 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,034 miles
Average per year
4,569 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,785 miles
  • 2025 – 140,751 miles
  • 2024 – 135,711 miles
  • 2023 – 133,334 miles
  • 2022 – 131,990 miles
  • 2021 – 130,215 miles
  • 2019 – 127,467 miles
  • 2018 – 123,860 miles
  • 2017 – 121,061 miles
  • 2016 – 118,546 miles
  • 2015 – 114,798 miles
  • 2014 – 110,271 miles
  • 2013 – 105,350 miles
  • 2012 – 98,268 miles
  • 2011 – 90,787 miles
  • 2010 – 83,462 miles
  • 2009 – 75,817 miles
  • 2008 – 67,257 miles
  • 2007 – 61,346 miles
  • 2006 – 55,314 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,785 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

34 tests since 14 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,785 miles (+4,034)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    144,785 miles
    Test number
    470329220724
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass140,751 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    140,751 miles
    Test number
    565785284183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail140,740 miles (+5,029)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,740 miles
    Test number
    184024931714
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass135,711 miles (+12)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    135,711 miles
    Test number
    799018859013
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail135,699 miles (+2,365)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,699 miles
    Test number
    644019513885
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass133,334 miles (+1,344)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    133,334 miles
    Test number
    430955930556
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass131,990 miles (+2)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    131,990 miles
    Test number
    556523759735
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail131,988 miles (+1,773)3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,988 miles
    Test number
    663189519321
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass130,215 miles (+2,748)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    130,215 miles
    Test number
    245837943157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass127,467 miles (+3,607)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    127,467 miles
    Test number
    471392046154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass123,860 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    123,860 miles
    Test number
    287682159299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail123,856 miles (+2,795)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,856 miles
    Test number
    882120413582
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass121,061 miles (+2,515)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    121,061 miles
    Test number
    900363640883
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass118,546 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    118,546 miles
    Test number
    711996445590
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  15. Fail118,545 miles (+3,747)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,545 miles
    Test number
    159077382699
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component ps rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Gearbox mounting defective bolt missing

  16. Pass114,798 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    114,798 miles
    Test number
    898998895133
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cut on wall 195/60/15

  17. Fail114,798 miles (+4,527)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,798 miles
    Test number
    986344095183
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cut on wall 195/60/15

  18. Pass110,271 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    110,271 miles
    Test number
    539267494179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NoteEts warning light on
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outside edges 195/60/15
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on outside edges & suspect ran flat 195/60/15

  19. Fail110,271 miles (+4,921)1 repaired3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,271 miles
    Test number
    859577794142
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • NoteEts warning light on
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outside edges 195/60/15
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on outside edges & suspect ran flat 195/60/15

  20. Pass105,350 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    105,350 miles
    Test number
    335171493125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteEts warning light on

  21. Fail105,350 miles (+7,082)5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,350 miles
    Test number
    197640993147
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteEts warning light on

  22. Pass98,268 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    98,268 miles
    Test number
    628395782143
    • NoteRear brakes 26% imbalanced

  23. Fail98,268 miles (+7,481)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,268 miles
    Test number
    229835682162
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear brakes 26% imbalanced

  24. Pass90,787 miles (+7,325)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    90,787 miles
    Test number
    808970981187
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass83,462 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    83,462 miles
    Test number
    891588280122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail83,459 miles (+7,642)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,459 miles
    Test number
    114107880176
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  27. Pass75,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    75,817 miles
    Test number
    972214989155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail75,817 miles (+8,560)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,817 miles
    Test number
    143952989189
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

  29. Pass67,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    67,257 miles
    Test number
    484440298199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail67,257 miles (+5,911)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,257 miles
    Test number
    913899288159
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  31. Pass61,346 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    61,346 miles
    Test number
    281542797412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail61,344 miles (+6,030)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,344 miles
    Test number
    853691597155
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteAdvise slight play s/rack @ t/rods

  33. Pass55,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    55,314 miles
    Test number
    161471806273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail55,314 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,314 miles
    Test number
    682865996155
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about T311 SKS

Does T311 SKS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T311 SKS is valid until 17 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T311 SKS?
The MOT on T311 SKS is valid until 17 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T311 SKS done?
T311 SKS was recorded at 144,785 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 4,569 miles a year.
Has T311 SKS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T311 SKS has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T311 SKS 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 T311 SKS find?
T311 SKS passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside front headlamp reflector slightly defective; offside front headlamp reflector slightly defective.

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