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Volvo V70

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,435 cc

T478 ARWMOT history

T478 ARW is a silver petrol Volvo V70 first used on 17 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Feb 2024 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 260,363 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Feb 2024
Mileage
260,363 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,180 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T478 ARW
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
17 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T478 ARW was last recorded at 260,363 miles on 20 Jan 2023, 7,702 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
252,661 miles · 22 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
7,702 miles
Average per year
7,180 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 260,363 miles
  • 2022 – 252,661 miles
  • 2021 – 245,894 miles
  • 2020 – 239,087 miles
  • 2019 – 230,968 miles
  • 2018 – 221,560 miles
  • 2017 – 212,816 miles
  • 2014 – 204,782 miles
  • 2013 – 200,135 miles
  • 2012 – 195,684 miles
  • 2011 – 190,859 miles
  • 2010 – 182,719 miles
  • 2009 – 176,131 miles
  • 2008 – 167,396 miles
  • 2007 – 155,835 miles
  • 2006 – 139,074 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass260,363 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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 Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass260,363 miles (+7,702)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    260,363 miles
    Test number
    836286789441
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass252,661 miles (+6,767)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    252,661 miles
    Test number
    721949561888
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass245,894 miles (+6,807)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    245,894 miles
    Test number
    422588534610
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass239,087 miles (+8,119)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    239,087 miles
    Test number
    547055484127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass230,968 miles (+9,408)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    230,968 miles
    Test number
    389476853272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass221,560 miles (+8,744)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    221,560 miles
    Test number
    978724075988
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass212,816 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    212,816 miles
    Test number
    606171649457
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  8. Fail212,816 miles (+8,034)1 dangerous6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,816 miles
    Test number
    744855226687
    • DangerousNearside Front Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn affecting rotation (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded leading to offside (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass204,782 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2015
    Odometer
    204,782 miles
    Test number
    406539634183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail204,742 miles (+4,607)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,742 miles
    Test number
    258379824415
    • FailureFront Direction indicators have less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail200,135 miles3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,135 miles
    Test number
    228383043195
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass200,135 miles (+4,451)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    200,135 miles
    Test number
    776313543184
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Fail195,684 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,684 miles
    Test number
    167956642109
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  14. Pass195,684 miles (+4,825)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    195,684 miles
    Test number
    659786642179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass190,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    190,859 miles
    Test number
    975813541135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail190,855 miles (+8,136)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,855 miles
    Test number
    248643841466
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  17. Pass182,719 miles (+6,588)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    182,719 miles
    Test number
    311780530141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass176,131 miles (+8,735)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    176,131 miles
    Test number
    891149529141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail167,396 miles2 repaired7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,396 miles
    Test number
    462513338133
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight brake disc run out from rears
    • NoteSlight play o/s steering rack

  20. Pass167,396 miles (+11,561)7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    167,396 miles
    Test number
    990413738107
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight brake disc run out from rears
    • NoteSlight play o/s steering rack

  21. Pass155,835 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    155,835 miles
    Test number
    900104167093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Fail155,835 miles (+16,761)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,835 miles
    Test number
    930274767063
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass139,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    139,074 miles
    Test number
    732460566063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail139,074 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,074 miles
    Test number
    161949056454
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about T478 ARW

Does T478 ARW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T478 ARW expired on 15 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T478 ARW?
The MOT on T478 ARW expired on 15 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T478 ARW done?
T478 ARW was recorded at 260,363 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2023, an average of 7,180 miles a year.
Has T478 ARW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T478 ARW has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2017.
Has the mileage on T478 ARW 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 T478 ARW find?
T478 ARW passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2023 with 5 advisories: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; nearside rear brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis, and 2 more.

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