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Volvo V70

Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 2,434 cc

T696 TWXMOT history

T696 TWX is a purple petrol Volvo V70 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 146,620 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Oct 2025
Mileage
146,620 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2024
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,013 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T696 TWX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,434 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T696 TWX was last recorded at 146,620 miles on 17 Sept 2024, 5,359 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,261 miles · 28 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
5,359 miles
Average per year
3,013 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 146,620 miles
  • 2023 – 141,261 miles
  • 2022 – 137,634 miles
  • 2021 – 134,429 miles
  • 2020 – 131,166 miles
  • 2019 – 128,517 miles
  • 2018 – 127,723 miles
  • 2017 – 126,946 miles
  • 2016 – 126,460 miles
  • 2015 – 125,204 miles
  • 2014 – 124,425 miles
  • 2013 – 123,177 miles
  • 2012 – 121,422 miles
  • 2011 – 116,841 miles
  • 2010 – 111,642 miles
  • 2009 – 106,802 miles
  • 2008 – 102,215 miles
  • 2007 – 97,758 miles
  • 2006 – 91,717 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,620 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass146,620 miles (+5,359)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    146,620 miles
    Test number
    215760921883
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass141,261 miles (+3,627)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    141,261 miles
    Test number
    625629407070
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play dust cover (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass137,634 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    137,634 miles
    Test number
    766858217602
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail137,621 miles (+3,192)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,621 miles
    Test number
    158233092559
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass134,429 miles (+3,263)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    134,429 miles
    Test number
    742601447052
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass131,166 miles (+2,649)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    131,166 miles
    Test number
    233971365261
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged has small bulge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Pass128,517 miles (+794)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    128,517 miles
    Test number
    664176436050
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass127,723 miles (+777)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    127,723 miles
    Test number
    935398860111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass126,946 miles (+486)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    126,946 miles
    Test number
    129523991894
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs slightly corroded and pitted, slight fluctuation on performance.

  10. Pass126,460 miles (+61)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    126,460 miles
    Test number
    147876029354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail126,399 miles (+1,195)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,399 miles
    Test number
    904186098139
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is fractured floor pan (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported pipe (7.1.1)

  12. Pass125,204 miles (+779)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    125,204 miles
    Test number
    588481875141
    • NoteAdvise heavy crackes on nearside cv gaiter

  13. Pass124,425 miles (+1,248)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    124,425 miles
    Test number
    526404974175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass123,177 miles (+1,755)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    123,177 miles
    Test number
    899029153125
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  15. Pass121,422 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    121,422 miles
    Test number
    995884972144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail121,414 miles (+4,573)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,414 miles
    Test number
    688333372179
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Fail116,841 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,841 miles
    Test number
    167444771159
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  18. Pass116,841 miles (+5,199)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    116,841 miles
    Test number
    975464271160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass111,642 miles (+4,840)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    111,642 miles
    Test number
    630083570127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass106,802 miles (+4,587)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    106,802 miles
    Test number
    641744079136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail102,215 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,215 miles
    Test number
    214573478117
    • Repaired at testNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass102,215 miles (+4,457)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    102,215 miles
    Test number
    281713078456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass97,758 miles (+6,041)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    97,758 miles
    Test number
    222769277453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass91,717 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    91,717 miles
    Test number
    682400186184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail91,717 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,717 miles
    Test number
    712739576171
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailurePosition lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Questions about T696 TWX

Does T696 TWX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T696 TWX expired on 4 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T696 TWX?
The MOT on T696 TWX expired on 4 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T696 TWX done?
T696 TWX was recorded at 146,620 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2024, an average of 3,013 miles a year.
Has T696 TWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T696 TWX has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T696 TWX 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 T696 TWX find?
T696 TWX passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2024 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.

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