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Volvo C70

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 2,435 cc

T500 SFCMOT history

T500 SFC is a red petrol Volvo C70 first used on 26 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 29 MOT tests, with 153,942 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
153,942 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
22 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,185 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 SFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
C70
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 SFC was last recorded at 153,942 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 1,162 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,780 miles · 23 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,162 miles
Average per year
5,185 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,942 miles
  • 2025 – 152,780 miles
  • 2024 – 151,546 miles
  • 2023 – 150,485 miles
  • 2022 – 149,091 miles
  • 2021 – 147,156 miles
  • 2020 – 145,073 miles
  • 2019 – 143,075 miles
  • 2018 – 140,682 miles
  • 2017 – 138,735 miles
  • 2016 – 136,564 miles
  • 2015 – 133,957 miles
  • 2014 – 131,763 miles
  • 2013 – 129,899 miles
  • 2012 – 127,766 miles
  • 2011 – 125,782 miles
  • 2010 – 112,897 miles
  • 2009 – 108,289 miles
  • 2008 – 101,771 miles
  • 2007 – 94,902 miles
  • 2006 – 79,301 miles
  • 2005 – 45,341 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,942 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryHandbrake lever slightly long travel.
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside front fog lamp not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2017–2024

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower swivel

    Minor5 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower swivel

    Minor5 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 7 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,942 miles (+1,162)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    153,942 miles
    Test number
    461048177365
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever slightly long travel.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front fog lamp not working
  2. Pass152,780 miles (+8)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    152,780 miles
    Test number
    570948254446
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Fail152,772 miles (+1,226)4 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,772 miles
    Test number
    627351062336
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Pass151,546 miles (+1,061)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    151,546 miles
    Test number
    831094525515
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower swivel (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower swivel (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance requirements only just met
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken, exhaust still secure
  5. Pass150,485 miles (+1,394)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    150,485 miles
    Test number
    936121081658
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower swivel (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower swivel (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front fog lamp not working
  6. Pass149,091 miles (+1,935)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    149,091 miles
    Test number
    544301845327
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering rack inner ball end slightly worn
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp light intensity slightly reduced
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  7. Pass147,156 miles (+2,083)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    147,156 miles
    Test number
    881080600713
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower swivel (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower swivel (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight damage (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear bracket broken, exhaust system still secure
  8. Pass145,073 miles (+1,998)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    145,073 miles
    Test number
    975489865744
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Lower swivel (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Lower swivel (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside windscreen wiper blade starting to split
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken, exhaust still secure
  9. Pass143,075 miles (+50)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    143,075 miles
    Test number
    528460345544
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  10. Fail143,025 miles (+2,343)3 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,025 miles
    Test number
    447716463493
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  11. Pass140,682 miles (+1,947)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    140,682 miles
    Test number
    675745384751
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Lower swivel (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Lower swivel (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp light output slightly reduceed
    • AdvisoryOffside rear position lamp one bulb out of two not working
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting bracket broken, exhaust system insecure
  12. Pass138,735 miles (+26)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    138,735 miles
    Test number
    711750630277
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamp beam images becoming poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both bushes (2.4.G.2)
  13. Fail138,709 miles (+2,145)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,709 miles
    Test number
    586049039383
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamp beam images becoming poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both bushes (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass136,564 miles (+2,607)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    136,564 miles
    Test number
    162440469954
    • AdvisoryFront both steering arms slight play
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel very high (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket rusted
  15. Pass133,957 miles (+2,194)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    133,957 miles
    Test number
    674111108117
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering arms
  16. Pass131,763 miles (+1,864)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    131,763 miles
    Test number
    246261314236
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  17. Pass129,899 miles (+2,133)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    129,899 miles
    Test number
    729749313218
    • 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 Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  18. Pass127,766 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    127,766 miles
    Test number
    895971122202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  19. Fail127,764 miles (+1,982)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,764 miles
    Test number
    805840822294
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  20. Pass125,782 miles (+12,885)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    125,782 miles
    Test number
    379647511289
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear brake slightly binding
  21. Pass112,897 miles (+4,608)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    112,897 miles
    Test number
    241511330145
    • NoteSlight adverse wear on rear tyres
  22. Pass108,289 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    108,289 miles
    Test number
    441067139234
    • NoteFront tyres perishing/cracking & close to wear limit
  23. Fail108,289 miles (+6,518)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,289 miles
    Test number
    781337839209
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteFront tyres perishing/cracking & close to wear limit
  24. Pass101,771 miles (+6,869)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    101,771 miles
    Test number
    323202348463
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking in tread areas
  25. Pass94,902 miles (+15,601)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    94,902 miles
    Test number
    472932247244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass79,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    79,301 miles
    Test number
    473722246250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail79,301 miles (+33,960)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,301 miles
    Test number
    880902146262
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
  28. Pass45,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    45,341 miles
    Test number
    860350155285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail45,340 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,340 miles
    Test number
    212040255209
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

Questions about T500 SFC

Does T500 SFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 SFC is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 SFC?
The MOT on T500 SFC is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 SFC done?
T500 SFC was recorded at 153,942 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 5,185 miles a year.
Has T500 SFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 SFC has failed 7 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T500 SFC 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 SFC find?
T500 SFC passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; handbrake lever slightly long travel.; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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