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Volvo V70

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T679 UPPMOT history

T679 UPP is a silver diesel Volvo V70 first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Jun 2025 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 261,246 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jun 2025
Mileage
261,246 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2024
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,850 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T679 UPP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T679 UPP was last recorded at 261,246 miles on 10 Jun 2024, 5,781 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Nov 2015: 139,908 miles, lower than 186,444 miles on 21 Nov 2014.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
255,465 miles · 11 May 2023
Between the last two tests
5,781 miles
Average per year
8,850 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 261,246 miles
  • 2023 – 255,465 miles
  • 2022 – 244,667 miles
  • 2021 – 232,134 miles
  • 2019 – 213,136 miles
  • 2018 – 208,082 miles
  • 2017 – 203,465 miles
  • 2016 – 198,478 miles
  • 2015 – 193,908 miles
  • 2014 – 186,444 miles
  • 2013 – 176,762 miles
  • 2012 – 168,237 miles
  • 2011 – 158,964 miles
  • 2010 – 148,180 miles
  • 2009 – 139,361 miles
  • 2008 – 129,729 miles
  • 2007 – 119,996 miles
  • 2006 – 104,243 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass261,246 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule X2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Subframe mounting plate (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass261,246 miles1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    261,246 miles
    Test number
    299709783529
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule X2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Subframe mounting plate (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail261,246 miles (+5,781)1 repaired1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    261,246 miles
    Test number
    352662986311
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule X2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Subframe mounting plate (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass255,465 miles (+1,447)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    255,465 miles
    Test number
    515689157658
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Fail254,018 miles (+9,351)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    254,018 miles
    Test number
    471833781190
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass244,667 miles (+12,533)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    244,667 miles
    Test number
    179764158976
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass232,134 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    232,134 miles
    Test number
    923099332554
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail232,120 miles (+18,984)3 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,120 miles
    Test number
    755473410297
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass213,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    213,136 miles
    Test number
    134175031340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail213,136 miles (+5,054)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,136 miles
    Test number
    583691710011
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt CV Boot (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  10. Pass208,082 miles (+4,617)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    208,082 miles
    Test number
    198678565076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass203,465 miles (+4,987)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    203,465 miles
    Test number
    500364483515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass198,478 miles (+4,570)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    198,478 miles
    Test number
    853507484462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass193,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    193,908 miles
    Test number
    468940278682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail139,908 miles (-46,536)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,908 miles
    Test number
    246181215369
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass186,444 miles (+9,682)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    186,444 miles
    Test number
    888165424310
    • NoteSlight play n/s/f inner rack joint

  16. Pass176,762 miles (+8,525)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    176,762 miles
    Test number
    725058893287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass168,237 miles (+9,273)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    168,237 miles
    Test number
    659447302336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass158,964 miles (+102)11 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    158,964 miles
    Test number
    879319491296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front head lamp beam patten just visable both reflector dull
    • NoteEngine waring light on
    • NoteFront brake disc worn and corroed in inside edges
    • NoteHead lamp wipers split
    • NoteO/S/F head lamp glass cracked
    • NoteOil leak on engine

  19. Fail158,862 miles (+10,682)2 failures11 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,862 miles
    Test number
    799805291202
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front head lamp beam patten just visable both reflector dull
    • NoteEngine waring light on
    • NoteFront brake disc worn and corroed in inside edges
    • NoteHead lamp wipers split
    • NoteO/S/F head lamp glass cracked
    • NoteOil leak on engine

  20. Pass148,180 miles1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    148,180 miles
    Test number
    171775500342
    • DangerousOil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteFront brake pads corroded/lipped on inner edge

  21. Fail148,180 miles (+8,819)2 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,180 miles
    Test number
    283125000397
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteFront brake pads corroded/lipped on inner edge

  22. Pass139,361 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    139,361 miles
    Test number
    442934709475
    • NoteDammage to rear bumper and tow bar socket
    • NoteN/S/F Brake flex starting to crack
    • NoteO/S/F wish bone front bushs starting to split
    • NoteBoth front head light aim patten dull but just visable
    • NoteStone chip in O/S/F head lamp glass

  23. Fail139,361 miles (+9,632)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,361 miles
    Test number
    181354909376
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteN/S/F Brake flex starting to crack
    • NoteO/S/F wish bone front bushs starting to split
    • NoteBoth front head light aim patten dull but just visable
    • NoteStone chip in O/S/F head lamp glass

  24. Pass129,729 miles (+120)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    129,729 miles
    Test number
    624891218302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail129,609 miles (+9,613)1 failure1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,609 miles
    Test number
    821866108338
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/S/R tyre side wall cracking, not in excess to reach chords. but deteriorating
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

  26. Pass119,996 miles (+15,753)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    119,996 miles
    Test number
    731392967272
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres tread 4to5mm
    • NoteBoth rear tyres tread 3to4mm
    • NoteNear side front tyre starting to crack /starting to wear on edges
    • NoteSmall play in offside of steering rack

  27. Pass104,243 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    104,243 miles
    Test number
    110986156234
    • NoteNear side rear tyre 3to4mm tread
    • NoteRear pads 4to5mm left

  28. Fail104,243 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,243 miles
    Test number
    511086256253
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNear side rear tyre 3to4mm tread
    • NoteRear pads 4to5mm left

Questions about T679 UPP

Does T679 UPP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T679 UPP expired on 9 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T679 UPP?
The MOT on T679 UPP expired on 9 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T679 UPP done?
T679 UPP was recorded at 261,246 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2024, an average of 8,850 miles a year.
Has T679 UPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T679 UPP has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on T679 UPP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Nov 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T679 UPP find?
T679 UPP passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2024 with 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair., and 11 more.

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