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Volvo V70

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,435 cc

T6 BLUMOT history

T6 BLU is a silver petrol Volvo V70 first used on 22 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 121,355 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jun 2027
Mileage
121,355 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,594 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T6 BLU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T6 BLU was last recorded at 121,355 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,355 miles · 1 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,594 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,355 miles
  • 2025 – 117,368 miles
  • 2024 – 112,262 miles
  • 2023 – 107,247 miles
  • 2022 – 102,611 miles
  • 2019 – 100,635 miles
  • 2018 – 96,364 miles
  • 2017 – 92,615 miles
  • 2016 – 88,991 miles
  • 2015 – 84,757 miles
  • 2014 – 80,545 miles
  • 2012 – 77,917 miles
  • 2011 – 73,174 miles
  • 2010 – 69,626 miles
  • 2009 – 68,473 miles
  • 2008 – 63,141 miles
  • 2007 – 56,274 miles
  • 2006 – 48,761 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,355 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass121,355 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    121,355 miles
    Test number
    884960662072
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail121,355 miles (+3,987)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,355 miles
    Test number
    934258214794
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring broken (1.6 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass117,368 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    117,368 miles
    Test number
    321433910943
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail117,368 miles (+5,106)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,368 miles
    Test number
    303905137711
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass112,262 miles (+5,015)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    112,262 miles
    Test number
    763164961018
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass107,247 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    107,247 miles
    Test number
    219263708303
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail107,247 miles (+4,636)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,247 miles
    Test number
    826537314001
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass102,611 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    102,611 miles
    Test number
    609082359608
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail102,597 miles (+1,962)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,597 miles
    Test number
    611736226343
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass100,635 miles (+4,271)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    100,635 miles
    Test number
    662157553008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass96,364 miles (+3,749)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    96,364 miles
    Test number
    723461537602
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass92,615 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    92,615 miles
    Test number
    946504832263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPARKING BRAKE EFFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS ONLY JUST MET.
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail92,615 miles (+3,624)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,615 miles
    Test number
    465355438865
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPARKING BRAKE EFFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS ONLY JUST MET.
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass88,991 miles (+4,234)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    88,991 miles
    Test number
    439784697838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass84,757 miles (+4,212)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    84,757 miles
    Test number
    779297475098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass80,545 miles (+2,628)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    80,545 miles
    Test number
    377914484050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass77,917 miles (+4,743)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    77,917 miles
    Test number
    418559162005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass73,174 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    73,174 miles
    Test number
    229546261021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail73,174 miles (+3,548)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,174 miles
    Test number
    956796861043
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  20. Pass69,626 miles (+1,153)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    69,626 miles
    Test number
    163913260041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass68,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    68,473 miles
    Test number
    153682789490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail68,473 miles (+5,332)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,473 miles
    Test number
    363872289040
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  23. Fail63,141 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,141 miles
    Test number
    191821778417
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass63,141 miles (+6,867)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    63,141 miles
    Test number
    892751778053
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass56,274 miles (+7,513)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    56,274 miles
    Test number
    770244577029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass48,761 miles (+104)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    48,761 miles
    Test number
    584037976054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail48,657 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,657 miles
    Test number
    701132676007
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES SHOW SIGN OF WEAR ON INSIDE EDGES.

Questions about T6 BLU

Does T6 BLU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T6 BLU is valid until 29 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T6 BLU?
The MOT on T6 BLU is valid until 29 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T6 BLU done?
T6 BLU was recorded at 121,355 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 3,594 miles a year.
Has T6 BLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T6 BLU has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T6 BLU 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 T6 BLU find?
T6 BLU passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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