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Volvo C70

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,319 cc

T500 GTCMOT history

T500 GTC is a blue petrol Volvo C70 first used on 31 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 21 Feb 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 93,127 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Feb 2025
Mileage
93,127 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,738 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 GTC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
C70
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,319 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 GTC was last recorded at 93,127 miles on 6 Feb 2024, 1,537 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,590 miles · 22 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
1,537 miles
Average per year
3,738 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 93,127 miles
  • 2023 – 91,590 miles
  • 2021 – 87,127 miles
  • 2020 – 79,281 miles
  • 2019 – 68,912 miles
  • 2018 – 68,515 miles
  • 2017 – 67,142 miles
  • 2016 – 65,399 miles
  • 2015 – 62,203 miles
  • 2014 – 58,474 miles
  • 2013 – 54,495 miles
  • 2012 – 49,965 miles
  • 2011 – 45,873 miles
  • 2010 – 41,172 miles
  • 2009 – 37,102 miles
  • 2008 – 33,563 miles
  • 2007 – 30,473 miles
  • 2006 – 27,604 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,127 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded NS and OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS and OS floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass93,127 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    93,127 miles
    Test number
    518019958862
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded NS and OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS and OS floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail93,127 miles (+1,537)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,127 miles
    Test number
    213733010655
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded NS and OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS and OS floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass91,590 miles (+4,463)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    91,590 miles
    Test number
    341292628010
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (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))

  4. Pass87,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    87,127 miles
    Test number
    253483188220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail87,127 miles (+7,846)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,127 miles
    Test number
    208356519979
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass79,281 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    79,281 miles
    Test number
    834397154583
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail79,281 miles (+10,369)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,281 miles
    Test number
    580986468589
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass68,912 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    68,912 miles
    Test number
    426607277843
    • AdvisorySpare wheel missing

  9. Fail68,912 miles (+397)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,912 miles
    Test number
    164078846174
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel missing

  10. Pass68,515 miles (+1,373)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    68,515 miles
    Test number
    412049406947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,142 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    67,142 miles
    Test number
    668824629173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail67,142 miles (+1,743)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,142 miles
    Test number
    345704808656
    • FailureFuel system component leaking Filter (7.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass65,399 miles (+3,196)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    65,399 miles
    Test number
    762546408196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,203 miles (+3,729)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    62,203 miles
    Test number
    947044971052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    58,474 miles
    Test number
    405868084265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail58,474 miles (+3,979)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,474 miles
    Test number
    799008884230
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass54,495 miles (+4,530)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    54,495 miles
    Test number
    327937583458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,965 miles (+4,092)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    49,965 miles
    Test number
    327415272243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,873 miles (+4,701)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    45,873 miles
    Test number
    509510081201
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass41,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    41,172 miles
    Test number
    863951980252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail41,172 miles (+4,070)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,172 miles
    Test number
    613250680278
    • FailureFront Service brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)
    • FailureRear Service brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)

  22. Pass37,102 miles (+3,539)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    37,102 miles
    Test number
    434102589286
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  23. Pass33,563 miles (+3,090)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    33,563 miles
    Test number
    202353618286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass30,473 miles (+2,869)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    30,473 miles
    Test number
    850921617252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass27,604 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    27,604 miles
    Test number
    370239006262
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T500 GTC

Does T500 GTC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T500 GTC expired on 21 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T500 GTC?
The MOT on T500 GTC expired on 21 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T500 GTC done?
T500 GTC was recorded at 93,127 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2024, an average of 3,738 miles a year.
Has T500 GTC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 GTC has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T500 GTC 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 T500 GTC find?
T500 GTC passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2024 with 3 advisories: front coil spring corroded ns and os; front seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive ns and os floor; offside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured.

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