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Volvo V70

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,319 cc

T688 UPPMOT history

T688 UPP is a red petrol Volvo V70 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Aug 2021 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 182,044 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Aug 2021
Mileage
182,044 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2022
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,724 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T688 UPP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,319 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Aug 2021
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T688 UPP was last recorded at 182,044 miles on 10 Sept 2022, 5,286 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Aug 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Aug 2008: 117,507 miles, lower than 133,057 miles on 6 Aug 2007.

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
176,758 miles · 31 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
5,286 miles
Average per year
4,724 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 182,044 miles
  • 2021 – 176,758 miles
  • 2020 – 169,503 miles
  • 2019 – 163,605 miles
  • 2018 – 160,087 miles
  • 2017 – 157,646 miles
  • 2016 – 154,842 miles
  • 2015 – 149,957 miles
  • 2014 – 146,205 miles
  • 2013 – 142,771 miles
  • 2012 – 136,894 miles
  • 2011 – 132,414 miles
  • 2010 – 127,951 miles
  • 2009 – 122,617 miles
  • 2008 – 117,507 miles
  • 2007 – 133,057 miles
  • 2006 – 106,052 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail182,044 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/r16 (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail182,044 miles (+5,286)3 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,044 miles
    Test number
    398837312891
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/r16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail176,758 miles (+7,255)1 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,758 miles
    Test number
    731008354357
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass169,503 miles (+88)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    169,503 miles
    Test number
    541087271407
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail169,415 miles (+5,810)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,415 miles
    Test number
    554039187376
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass163,605 miles (+3,518)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    163,605 miles
    Test number
    643295531044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass160,087 miles (+2,441)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    160,087 miles
    Test number
    109547729846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass157,646 miles (+2,804)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    157,646 miles
    Test number
    298915459019
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  8. Pass154,842 miles (+4,885)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    154,842 miles
    Test number
    824302858280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass149,957 miles (+3,752)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    149,957 miles
    Test number
    606177477087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass146,205 miles (+3,434)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    146,205 miles
    Test number
    775334824296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass142,771 miles (+5,877)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    142,771 miles
    Test number
    789184923203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass136,894 miles (+4,480)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    136,894 miles
    Test number
    988807002262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass132,414 miles (+4,463)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    132,414 miles
    Test number
    375723211469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass127,951 miles (+5,334)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    127,951 miles
    Test number
    971492320261
    • 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)

  15. Pass122,617 miles (+5,110)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    122,617 miles
    Test number
    412813329247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass117,507 miles (-15,550)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    117,507 miles
    Test number
    340529618200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass133,057 miles (+27,005)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    133,057 miles
    Test number
    100568417284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass106,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    106,052 miles
    Test number
    242751826289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T688 UPP

Does T688 UPP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T688 UPP expired on 17 Aug 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T688 UPP?
The MOT on T688 UPP expired on 17 Aug 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T688 UPP done?
T688 UPP was recorded at 182,044 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2022, an average of 4,724 miles a year.
Has T688 UPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T688 UPP has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T688 UPP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Aug 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T688 UPP find?
T688 UPP failed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2022 with 3 dangerous defects, 6 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside front tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/r16; offside rear tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, and 7 more.

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