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Volvo V70

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,435 cc

T553 LGPMOT history

T553 LGP is a silver petrol Volvo V70 first used on 29 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Jan 2024 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 73,523 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jan 2024
Mileage
73,523 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,082 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T553 LGP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T553 LGP was last recorded at 73,523 miles on 12 Jan 2024, 48 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,475 miles · 19 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
48 miles
Average per year
2,082 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 73,523 miles
  • 2023 – 73,475 miles
  • 2021 – 71,786 miles
  • 2020 – 71,116 miles
  • 2018 – 62,416 miles
  • 2017 – 62,365 miles
  • 2016 – 61,285 miles
  • 2015 – 59,434 miles
  • 2014 – 56,406 miles
  • 2013 – 54,378 miles
  • 2012 – 52,455 miles
  • 2011 – 50,653 miles
  • 2010 – 47,968 miles
  • 2009 – 45,560 miles
  • 2008 – 42,282 miles
  • 2007 – 39,252 miles
  • 2006 – 36,600 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail73,523 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Coil spring corroded x 4

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Service brake binding but not excessively both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Both rear shock absorbers corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail73,523 miles (+48)3 dangerous6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,523 miles
    Test number
    537386129752
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass73,475 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    73,475 miles
    Test number
    485528705499
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded x 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  3. Fail73,475 miles (+1,689)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,475 miles
    Test number
    499806408394
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged ran flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded x 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  4. Pass71,786 miles (+89)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    71,786 miles
    Test number
    130344437865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail71,697 miles (+581)7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,697 miles
    Test number
    773280147205
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Tie rod arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear mounts corroded

  6. Pass71,116 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    71,116 miles
    Test number
    719239798315
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail71,116 miles (+8,700)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,116 miles
    Test number
    962766546456
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass62,416 miles (+51)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    62,416 miles
    Test number
    491608730435
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) tie rod slight play

  9. Pass62,365 miles (+1,080)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    62,365 miles
    Test number
    158279291136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,285 miles (+1,851)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    61,285 miles
    Test number
    377474010423
    • AdvisorySteering rack inner joints have slight play

  11. Pass59,434 miles (+3,028)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    59,434 miles
    Test number
    106598675454
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Pass56,406 miles (+2,028)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    56,406 miles
    Test number
    119238644406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,378 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    54,378 miles
    Test number
    165705563013
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail54,378 miles (+1,923)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,378 miles
    Test number
    488085563063
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs worn thin
    • NoteFront brake pads worn tin

  15. Pass52,455 miles (+1,802)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    52,455 miles
    Test number
    438404872077
    • NoteAge cracks in nearside front tyre
    • NoteAge cracks in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteAge cracks in offside front tyre
    • NoteAge cracks in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre bald on edge
    • NoteSmall stone chips in windscreen

  16. Pass50,653 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    50,653 miles
    Test number
    365237091099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail50,649 miles (+2,681)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,649 miles
    Test number
    476536691092
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  18. Pass47,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    47,968 miles
    Test number
    944015900152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail47,968 miles (+2,408)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,968 miles
    Test number
    774664500142
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade split

  20. Pass45,560 miles (+3,278)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    45,560 miles
    Test number
    692477399059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,282 miles (+3,030)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    42,282 miles
    Test number
    610878498003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,252 miles (+2,652)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    39,252 miles
    Test number
    521542007192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,600 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    36,600 miles
    Test number
    984689806121
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T553 LGP

Does T553 LGP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T553 LGP expired on 18 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T553 LGP?
The MOT on T553 LGP expired on 18 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T553 LGP done?
T553 LGP was recorded at 73,523 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2024, an average of 2,082 miles a year.
Has T553 LGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T553 LGP has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on T553 LGP 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 T553 LGP find?
T553 LGP failed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2024 with 3 dangerous defects, 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened; nearside rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened, and 9 more.

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