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Volvo V70

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T550 RFEMOT history

T550 RFE is a red diesel Volvo V70 first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 161,567 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
161,567 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,191 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T550 RFE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T550 RFE was last recorded at 161,567 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
161,564 miles · 17 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,191 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 161,567 miles
  • 2024 – 155,653 miles
  • 2023 – 147,309 miles
  • 2022 – 142,612 miles
  • 2021 – 139,705 miles
  • 2020 – 137,844 miles
  • 2019 – 137,497 miles
  • 2018 – 136,206 miles
  • 2017 – 135,412 miles
  • 2015 – 133,031 miles
  • 2014 – 128,702 miles
  • 2013 – 123,646 miles
  • 2012 – 118,781 miles
  • 2011 – 113,125 miles
  • 2010 – 107,286 miles
  • 2009 – 101,924 miles
  • 2008 – 94,705 miles
  • 2007 – 87,214 miles
  • 2006 – 79,393 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,567 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,567 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    161,567 miles
    Test number
    684937445118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail161,564 miles (+36)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,564 miles
    Test number
    152870037315
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  3. Fail161,528 miles (+5,875)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,528 miles
    Test number
    828814924110
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded backplate (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension front bush support (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Engine mounting bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded backplate (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front suspension bush support (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorTrailer electrical socket likely to become detached (4.10 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis legs (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security around tow bar mountings (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under vehicle

  4. Pass155,653 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    155,653 miles
    Test number
    147783048569
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail155,651 miles (+8,342)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,651 miles
    Test number
    670199407681
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both to axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass147,309 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    147,309 miles
    Test number
    898030874649
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail147,307 miles (+4,695)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,307 miles
    Test number
    339019282115
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass142,612 miles (+2,907)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    142,612 miles
    Test number
    208524244920
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  9. Pass139,705 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    139,705 miles
    Test number
    969393090358
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroding (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroding (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights inop

  10. Fail139,705 miles (+1,861)4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,705 miles
    Test number
    290692574611
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroding (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroding (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRevewrse lights not working

  11. Pass137,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    137,844 miles
    Test number
    472463299965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail137,844 miles (+347)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,844 miles
    Test number
    405785407013
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass137,497 miles (+1,291)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    137,497 miles
    Test number
    336630354742
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass136,206 miles (+794)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    136,206 miles
    Test number
    206626855033
    • AdvisoryAll four coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryMIL light on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing All four (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front worn and corroding on inner face (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass135,412 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    135,412 miles
    Test number
    553204754278
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Fail135,412 miles (+2,381)2 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,412 miles
    Test number
    100072822613
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass133,031 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    133,031 miles
    Test number
    547707530396
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges

  18. Fail133,031 miles (+4,329)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,031 miles
    Test number
    374098977789
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryNail in n/s/r tyre

  19. Pass128,702 miles (+1)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    128,702 miles
    Test number
    787166304239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing thin

  20. Fail128,701 miles (+5,055)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,701 miles
    Test number
    449943404232
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing thin

  21. Pass123,646 miles (+4,865)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    123,646 miles
    Test number
    129063323155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass118,781 miles (+5,656)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    118,781 miles
    Test number
    527169202189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass113,125 miles (+5,839)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    113,125 miles
    Test number
    767261611197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail107,286 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,286 miles
    Test number
    203636600446
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  25. Pass107,286 miles (+5,362)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    107,286 miles
    Test number
    520366500124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass101,924 miles (+7,219)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    101,924 miles
    Test number
    660357919150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass94,705 miles (+10,294)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    94,705 miles
    Test number
    803270408152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass84,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    84,411 miles
    Test number
    780449298043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail94,705 miles (+7,491)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,705 miles
    Test number
    793899398094
    • FailureNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  30. Pass87,214 miles (+7,821)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    87,214 miles
    Test number
    770193217108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass79,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    79,393 miles
    Test number
    961370906155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T550 RFE

Does T550 RFE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T550 RFE is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T550 RFE?
The MOT on T550 RFE is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T550 RFE done?
T550 RFE was recorded at 161,567 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 4,191 miles a year.
Has T550 RFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T550 RFE has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T550 RFE 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 T550 RFE find?
T550 RFE passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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