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Volvo S70

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,435 cc

T551 ARWMOT history

T551 ARW is a silver petrol Volvo S70 first used on 19 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 137,221 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
137,221 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,119 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T551 ARW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S70
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T551 ARW was last recorded at 137,221 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Oct 2016: 103,615 miles, lower than 103,617 miles on 11 Oct 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
137,220 miles · 18 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,119 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,221 miles
  • 2025 – 131,218 miles
  • 2024 – 123,433 miles
  • 2023 – 114,408 miles
  • 2022 – 108,160 miles
  • 2020 – 107,669 miles
  • 2019 – 105,599 miles
  • 2018 – 105,021 miles
  • 2017 – 104,693 miles
  • 2016 – 103,615 miles
  • 2015 – 101,816 miles
  • 2014 – 98,185 miles
  • 2013 – 96,324 miles
  • 2012 – 94,502 miles
  • 2011 – 93,070 miles
  • 2010 – 91,658 miles
  • 2009 – 89,613 miles
  • 2008 – 86,854 miles
  • 2007 – 82,910 miles
  • 2006 – 78,897 miles
  • 2005 – 71,580 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,221 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

35 tests since 24 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,221 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    137,221 miles
    Test number
    574163912220
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail137,220 miles (+6,002)1 dangerous7 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,220 miles
    Test number
    686199068788
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill\wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Outline marker lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront steering lock stop plastics
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass131,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    131,218 miles
    Test number
    237204776613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail131,218 miles (+7,785)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,218 miles
    Test number
    200282523811
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high o/s & n/s (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass123,433 miles (+9,025)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2025
    Odometer
    123,433 miles
    Test number
    500968645146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass114,408 miles (+6,248)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    114,408 miles
    Test number
    195493046986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass108,160 miles (+491)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    108,160 miles
    Test number
    669085783846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass107,669 miles (+2,070)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    107,669 miles
    Test number
    286834713154
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass105,599 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    105,599 miles
    Test number
    471434438152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail105,592 miles (+571)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,592 miles
    Test number
    173634630713
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass105,021 miles (+328)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    105,021 miles
    Test number
    538635792534
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass104,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    104,693 miles
    Test number
    365773632868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail104,693 miles (+1,078)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,693 miles
    Test number
    794917800294
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  14. Pass103,615 miles (-2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    103,615 miles
    Test number
    198213783646
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail103,617 miles (+1,801)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,617 miles
    Test number
    529628763628
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass101,816 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    101,816 miles
    Test number
    731421525923
    • AdvisoryPlay in inner track rods

  17. Fail101,816 miles (+3,631)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,816 miles
    Test number
    548120667614
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in inner track rods

  18. Pass98,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    98,185 miles
    Test number
    758854404313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail98,185 miles (+3)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,185 miles
    Test number
    829804604382
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Fail98,182 miles (+1,858)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,182 miles
    Test number
    786492864237
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass96,324 miles (+1,822)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    96,324 miles
    Test number
    109416943221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass94,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    94,502 miles
    Test number
    978041052235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail94,502 miles (+1,432)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,502 miles
    Test number
    639458342200
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  24. Fail93,070 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,070 miles
    Test number
    398379021460
    • Repaired at testNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  25. Pass93,070 miles (+1,412)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    93,070 miles
    Test number
    455959621266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass91,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    91,658 miles
    Test number
    601834020228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail91,658 miles (+2,045)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,658 miles
    Test number
    791914920213
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  28. Pass89,613 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    89,613 miles
    Test number
    222688719227
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Fail89,613 miles (+2,759)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,613 miles
    Test number
    683008319288
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  30. Pass86,854 miles (+3,944)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    86,854 miles
    Test number
    784880848236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail82,910 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,910 miles
    Test number
    372197247493
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  32. Pass82,910 miles (+4,013)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    82,910 miles
    Test number
    861757147222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass78,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    78,897 miles
    Test number
    324767736287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail78,897 miles (+7,317)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,897 miles
    Test number
    953455536245
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  35. Pass71,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    71,580 miles
    Test number
    641336635227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T551 ARW

Does T551 ARW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T551 ARW is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T551 ARW?
The MOT on T551 ARW is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T551 ARW done?
T551 ARW was recorded at 137,221 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 3,119 miles a year.
Has T551 ARW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T551 ARW has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T551 ARW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Oct 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T551 ARW find?
T551 ARW passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear inner position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering.

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