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Volvo V70

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,435 cc

T428 VAXMOT history

T428 VAX is a silver petrol Volvo V70 first used on 4 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 123,494 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Apr 2026
Mileage
123,494 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,002 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T428 VAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T428 VAX was last recorded at 123,494 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 1,592 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,902 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,592 miles
Average per year
3,002 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,494 miles
  • 2025 – 121,902 miles
  • 2024 – 121,314 miles
  • 2022 – 118,271 miles
  • 2021 – 115,787 miles
  • 2019 – 113,163 miles
  • 2018 – 113,161 miles
  • 2017 – 108,731 miles
  • 2016 – 105,487 miles
  • 2015 – 104,737 miles
  • 2014 – 103,730 miles
  • 2013 – 101,705 miles
  • 2012 – 99,739 miles
  • 2011 – 98,640 miles
  • 2010 – 96,914 miles
  • 2009 – 90,762 miles
  • 2008 – 82,470 miles
  • 2007 – 71,823 miles
  • 2006 – 63,300 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail123,494 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
  • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust Join (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both Front Wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Front Brake Pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Tail Pipe Mount (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rear Brake Disks (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail123,494 miles (+1,592)1 dangerous6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,494 miles
    Test number
    515322100715
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust Join (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both Front Wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Front Brake Pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Tail Pipe Mount (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rear Brake Disks (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass121,902 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    121,902 miles
    Test number
    535244184532
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail121,888 miles (+574)2 dangerous10 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,888 miles
    Test number
    167748359343
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySome items on roofrack insecure

  4. Pass121,314 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    121,314 miles
    Test number
    815004223050
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail121,295 miles (+3,024)1 dangerous7 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,295 miles
    Test number
    598116367598
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  6. Pass118,271 miles (+29)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    118,271 miles
    Test number
    404602601935
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail118,242 miles (+2,455)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,242 miles
    Test number
    516255722850
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre Join After CAT (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Exhaust Blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Radiator Leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass115,787 miles (+2,624)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    115,787 miles
    Test number
    507366427002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall Damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass113,163 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    113,163 miles
    Test number
    735526383691
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog Light Not Working
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured Both Repeaters (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Fail113,163 miles (+2)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,163 miles
    Test number
    421757542164
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high Not Adjusting (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog Light Not Working
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured Both Repeaters (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Fail113,161 miles (+4,430)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,161 miles
    Test number
    172067849721
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high Wont Adjust (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Back Box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross Member Bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass108,731 miles (+84)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    108,731 miles
    Test number
    400328747979
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Fail108,647 miles (+3,160)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,647 miles
    Test number
    704296081999
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Power steering component(s) leaking rack end seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass105,487 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    105,487 miles
    Test number
    449294935461
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated.possible slight oil leak on steering rack

  15. Fail105,487 miles (+750)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,487 miles
    Test number
    836283394105
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated.possible slight oil leak on steering rack

  16. Pass104,737 miles (+1,007)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    104,737 miles
    Test number
    115490015121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass103,730 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    103,730 miles
    Test number
    675256634192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail103,710 miles (+2,005)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,710 miles
    Test number
    945434934120
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass101,705 miles (+1,966)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    101,705 miles
    Test number
    918449003161
    • NoteN/s rack gaiter deteriorated.slight oil leak n/s rack

  20. Pass99,739 miles (+1,099)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    99,739 miles
    Test number
    629465822183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass98,640 miles (+1,726)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    98,640 miles
    Test number
    347681931110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass96,914 miles (+692)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    96,914 miles
    Test number
    310487960198
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass96,222 miles (+161)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    96,222 miles
    Test number
    720674420158
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail96,061 miles (+5,299)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,061 miles
    Test number
    504531410102
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass90,762 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    90,762 miles
    Test number
    164623939137
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  26. Fail90,755 miles (+8,285)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,755 miles
    Test number
    673243339198
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  27. Pass82,470 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    82,470 miles
    Test number
    660758298056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail82,420 miles (+10,597)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,420 miles
    Test number
    763675398033
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  29. Pass71,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    71,823 miles
    Test number
    780909487059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail71,823 miles (+8,523)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,823 miles
    Test number
    322699087079
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

  31. Pass63,300 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    63,300 miles
    Test number
    120194296419
    • NoteOffside rear tyre close to limit inside edge

Questions about T428 VAX

Does T428 VAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T428 VAX expired on 8 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T428 VAX?
The MOT on T428 VAX expired on 8 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T428 VAX done?
T428 VAX was recorded at 123,494 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 3,002 miles a year.
Has T428 VAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T428 VAX has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T428 VAX 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 T428 VAX find?
T428 VAX failed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate; central front exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust join, and 10 more.

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