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Volvo V70

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,435 cc

T434 VAXMOT history

T434 VAX is a red petrol Volvo V70 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 105,551 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
105,551 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,177 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T434 VAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T434 VAX was last recorded at 105,551 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,543 miles · 26 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
3,177 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,551 miles
  • 2025 – 102,143 miles
  • 2024 – 97,166 miles
  • 2023 – 90,232 miles
  • 2022 – 80,986 miles
  • 2021 – 75,413 miles
  • 2020 – 75,089 miles
  • 2017 – 64,524 miles
  • 2015 – 63,924 miles
  • 2014 – 63,002 miles
  • 2013 – 62,227 miles
  • 2012 – 60,401 miles
  • 2011 – 58,986 miles
  • 2010 – 57,524 miles
  • 2009 – 54,630 miles
  • 2008 – 52,866 miles
  • 2007 – 48,733 miles
  • 2006 – 40,719 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,551 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 34%

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 1 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,551 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    105,551 miles
    Test number
    523248432713
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Fail105,543 miles (+3,400)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,543 miles
    Test number
    469104384232
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass102,143 miles (+4,977)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    102,143 miles
    Test number
    160053055405
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both Fronts (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both Rear Shocker Lower Bush's (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass97,166 miles (+6,934)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    97,166 miles
    Test number
    692910687897
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass90,232 miles (+9,246)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    90,232 miles
    Test number
    890470208943
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured Both Rears (4.4.3 (a))
  6. Pass80,986 miles (+43)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    80,986 miles
    Test number
    613809681347
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 34% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  7. Fail80,943 miles (+5,530)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,943 miles
    Test number
    228234081114
    • MajorNearside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 34% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass75,413 miles (+324)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    75,413 miles
    Test number
    608391216103
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Narrow end of gaiter torn (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Multiple light scratches across swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bush cracking (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bush cracking (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  9. Fail75,089 miles (+10,565)8 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,089 miles
    Test number
    998461534803
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking around steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted on all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEmmissions not checked due to idle issues
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes weak
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust leak around manifold area
  10. Pass64,524 miles (+600)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    64,524 miles
    Test number
    611689418004
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to all of underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hanger corroded
  11. Pass63,924 miles (+922)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    63,924 miles
    Test number
    785774115010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,002 miles (+775)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    63,002 miles
    Test number
    185624514071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,227 miles (+1,826)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    62,227 miles
    Test number
    938842023009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,401 miles (+1,415)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    60,401 miles
    Test number
    976689912087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  15. Pass58,986 miles (+1,462)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    58,986 miles
    Test number
    495939311051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  16. Pass57,524 miles (+2,894)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    57,524 miles
    Test number
    394210220012
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass54,630 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    54,630 miles
    Test number
    120496619024
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  18. Fail54,612 miles (+1,746)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,612 miles
    Test number
    360276519010
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  19. Pass52,866 miles (+4,133)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    52,866 miles
    Test number
    594961938037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    48,733 miles
    Test number
    302134227000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail48,733 miles (+8,014)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,733 miles
    Test number
    232374427099
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  22. Pass40,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    40,719 miles
    Test number
    704222536018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T434 VAX

Does T434 VAX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T434 VAX is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T434 VAX?
The MOT on T434 VAX is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T434 VAX done?
T434 VAX was recorded at 105,551 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 3,177 miles a year.
Has T434 VAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T434 VAX has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T434 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 T434 VAX find?
T434 VAX passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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