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Volvo V70

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,435 cc

T42 KBJMOT history

T42 KBJ is a green petrol Volvo V70 first used on 23 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jun 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 194,046 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jun 2027
Mileage
194,046 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,983 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T42 KBJ
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
23 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T42 KBJ was last recorded at 194,046 miles on 5 Jun 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,041 miles · 1 May 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
3,983 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 194,046 miles
  • 2025 – 194,003 miles
  • 2024 – 193,695 miles
  • 2023 – 192,930 miles
  • 2022 – 192,125 miles
  • 2021 – 190,785 miles
  • 2020 – 189,403 miles
  • 2019 – 187,692 miles
  • 2018 – 185,137 miles
  • 2017 – 183,820 miles
  • 2016 – 181,304 miles
  • 2015 – 178,077 miles
  • 2014 – 177,846 miles
  • 2013 – 170,918 miles
  • 2012 – 164,892 miles
  • 2011 – 157,859 miles
  • 2010 – 150,851 miles
  • 2009 – 143,136 miles
  • 2008 – 135,675 miles
  • 2007 – 127,300 miles
  • 2006 – 117,599 miles
  • 2005 – 110,546 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,046 miles
  • AdvisoryAll underneath of vehicle is covered in surface rust
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Central to backbox (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

Full MOT history

28 tests since 18 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,046 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    194,046 miles
    Test number
    492413356492
    • AdvisoryAll underneath of vehicle is covered in surface rust
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Central to backbox (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail194,041 miles (+38)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,041 miles
    Test number
    495380687853
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Fuel pipe insecure at filter (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Fuel pipe union leaking return pipe disconnected (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected both disc back plates corroded (1.1.21 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass194,003 miles (+308)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    194,003 miles
    Test number
    986580204787
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass193,695 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    193,695 miles
    Test number
    786790941898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail193,687 miles (+757)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,687 miles
    Test number
    710427939561
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured All bulbs (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass192,930 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    192,930 miles
    Test number
    612254200503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail192,911 miles (+786)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,911 miles
    Test number
    608045413607
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass192,125 miles (+1,340)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    192,125 miles
    Test number
    368299038781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass190,785 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    190,785 miles
    Test number
    738902583816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail190,785 miles (+1,382)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,785 miles
    Test number
    627051492332
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass189,403 miles (+1,711)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    189,403 miles
    Test number
    666352041658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass187,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    187,692 miles
    Test number
    339314061741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail187,692 miles (+2,555)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,692 miles
    Test number
    293974280509
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

  14. Pass185,137 miles (+1,317)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    185,137 miles
    Test number
    795763374179
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  15. Pass183,820 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    183,820 miles
    Test number
    954377824069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail183,811 miles (+2,507)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,811 miles
    Test number
    139775830452
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass181,304 miles (+3,227)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    181,304 miles
    Test number
    993672190310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass178,077 miles (+231)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    178,077 miles
    Test number
    678238465155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass177,846 miles (+6,928)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    177,846 miles
    Test number
    325721444167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass170,918 miles (+6,026)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    170,918 miles
    Test number
    139006453117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass164,892 miles (+7,033)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    164,892 miles
    Test number
    845316562163
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteExhaust tail pipe badly corroded
    • NoteSlight play in both front steering rack inner joints

  22. Pass157,859 miles (+7,008)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    157,859 miles
    Test number
    356738761161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass150,851 miles (+7,715)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    150,851 miles
    Test number
    271800270175
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass143,136 miles (+7,461)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    143,136 miles
    Test number
    834780269171
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteCentre exhaust rubber split

  25. Pass135,675 miles (+8,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    135,675 miles
    Test number
    213084468138
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass127,300 miles (+9,701)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    127,300 miles
    Test number
    161249567166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass117,599 miles (+7,053)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    117,599 miles
    Test number
    304964666187
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass110,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    110,546 miles
    Test number
    681039465103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T42 KBJ

Does T42 KBJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T42 KBJ is valid until 4 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T42 KBJ?
The MOT on T42 KBJ is valid until 4 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T42 KBJ done?
T42 KBJ was recorded at 194,046 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2026, an average of 3,983 miles a year.
Has T42 KBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T42 KBJ has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T42 KBJ 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 T42 KBJ find?
T42 KBJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: all underneath of vehicle is covered in surface rust; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases central to backbox.

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