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Volvo V70

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,319 cc

T493 ARWMOT history

T493 ARW is a blue petrol Volvo V70 first used on 24 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Jul 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 173,003 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jul 2025
Mileage
173,003 mi
At MOT on 19 Jul 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,854 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T493 ARW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,319 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T493 ARW was last recorded at 173,003 miles on 19 Jul 2024, 4,805 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,198 miles · 30 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
4,805 miles
Average per year
4,854 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 173,003 miles
  • 2023 – 168,198 miles
  • 2022 – 165,604 miles
  • 2019 – 162,267 miles
  • 2018 – 160,200 miles
  • 2017 – 157,045 miles
  • 2016 – 149,989 miles
  • 2015 – 149,592 miles
  • 2014 – 147,024 miles
  • 2013 – 140,926 miles
  • 2012 – 133,148 miles
  • 2011 – 126,618 miles
  • 2010 – 119,465 miles
  • 2008 – 108,511 miles
  • 2007 – 97,949 miles
  • 2006 – 85,091 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,003 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,003 miles (+4,805)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    173,003 miles
    Test number
    879772245401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass168,198 miles (+2,594)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    168,198 miles
    Test number
    742315966634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass165,604 miles (+3,337)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    165,604 miles
    Test number
    781034198731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass162,267 miles (+2,067)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    162,267 miles
    Test number
    441267712079
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front subframe all bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  5. Pass160,200 miles (+3,155)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    160,200 miles
    Test number
    268336570268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass157,045 miles (+7,056)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    157,045 miles
    Test number
    536439102054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass149,989 miles (+397)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    149,989 miles
    Test number
    323847457012
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushs worn

  8. Pass149,592 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    149,592 miles
    Test number
    898329985164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail149,590 miles (+2,566)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,590 miles
    Test number
    648178985194
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  10. Pass147,024 miles (+4)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    147,024 miles
    Test number
    368212574255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront discs lipped
    • NoteRear discs lipped
    • NoteSteering rack gaitor twisted n/s/f

  11. Fail147,020 miles (+6,094)2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,020 miles
    Test number
    338895264219
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront discs lipped
    • NoteRear discs lipped
    • NoteSteering rack gaitor twisted n/s/f

  12. Pass140,926 miles (+7,778)1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    140,926 miles
    Test number
    336567523220
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteAll four flexible rubber brake hoses perished and cracked. Would advise replace.
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded and worn. Brake pads appear worn.
    • NoteMid exhaust mount broken but exhaust secure at time of test
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNear side front tyre worn low on tread.
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass133,148 miles (+12)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    133,148 miles
    Test number
    785270362185
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth inner steering arms have slight play

  14. Fail133,136 miles (+31)9 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,136 miles
    Test number
    356825062012
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePoor pattern on both head-lights.

  15. Fail133,105 miles (+6,487)6 failures4 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,105 miles
    Test number
    608170462064
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteCoolant warning lamp on
    • NoteEngine management warning lamp on
    • NoteEngine running rough at idle
    • NoteMid to rear exhaust system badly deteriorated
    • NoteOff side wiper blade worn
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSome play in near side front inner rack joint
    • NoteUnable to view inner rear brake pads. Outer pads worn low

  16. Pass126,618 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    126,618 miles
    Test number
    126411161036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOff side rear outer brake pad worn low. Unable to view inner rear brake pads
    • NoteOff side wiper blade worn
    • NoteSome play in near side front steering joints

  17. Fail126,618 miles (+7,153)1 failure5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,618 miles
    Test number
    119801461087
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOff side rear outer brake pad worn low. Unable to view inner rear brake pads
    • NoteOff side wiper blade worn
    • NoteSome play in near side front steering joints

  18. Fail119,465 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,465 miles
    Test number
    150503650434
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine oil leaking badly from back of engine around turbo

  19. Pass119,465 miles (+10,954)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    119,465 miles
    Test number
    584423050018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine oil leaking badly from back of engine around turbo

  20. Pass108,511 miles (+10,562)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    108,511 miles
    Test number
    644672238318
    • NoteRepairs have been caried out to steering rack mounts but repairs secure at time of test

  21. Pass97,949 miles (+35)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    97,949 miles
    Test number
    584840927311
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteHeavy oil leak

  22. Fail97,914 miles (+12,823)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,914 miles
    Test number
    421471317420
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteHeavy oil leak

  23. Pass85,091 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    85,091 miles
    Test number
    202870166428
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T493 ARW

Does T493 ARW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T493 ARW expired on 18 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T493 ARW?
The MOT on T493 ARW expired on 18 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T493 ARW done?
T493 ARW was recorded at 173,003 miles at its MOT on 19 Jul 2024, an average of 4,854 miles a year.
Has T493 ARW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T493 ARW has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2015.
Has the mileage on T493 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 T493 ARW find?
T493 ARW passed its latest MOT on 19 Jul 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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