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Volvo V70

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,435 cc

T72 VKEMOT history

T72 VKE is a blue petrol Volvo V70 first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 152,207 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2026
Mileage
152,207 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,808 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T72 VKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T72 VKE was last recorded at 152,207 miles on 7 Oct 2025, 2,817 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,390 miles · 3 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
2,817 miles
Average per year
3,808 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 152,207 miles
  • 2024 – 149,390 miles
  • 2023 – 147,482 miles
  • 2022 – 145,117 miles
  • 2020 – 143,457 miles
  • 2019 – 141,275 miles
  • 2018 – 140,357 miles
  • 2017 – 139,589 miles
  • 2016 – 138,539 miles
  • 2015 – 137,077 miles
  • 2014 – 136,109 miles
  • 2013 – 134,779 miles
  • 2012 – 132,708 miles
  • 2011 – 122,650 miles
  • 2010 – 114,408 miles
  • 2009 – 105,623 miles
  • 2008 – 97,298 miles
  • 2007 – 89,387 miles
  • 2006 – 78,580 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,207 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Clamp to tank
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also cut outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (e))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Driver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 7 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,207 miles (+2,817)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    152,207 miles
    Test number
    379724334464
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Clamp to tank
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also cut outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Pass149,390 miles (+36)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    149,390 miles
    Test number
    596781898049
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail149,354 miles (+1,872)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,354 miles
    Test number
    142881774660
    • MajorOffside Brake prescribed area is excessively damaged a post (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorRear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended all (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass147,482 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    147,482 miles
    Test number
    371592510957
    • AdvisoryDriver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail147,459 miles (+2,342)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,459 miles
    Test number
    537724738039
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer wall cut to cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge cut to cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass145,117 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    145,117 miles
    Test number
    765656698103
    • AdvisoryDriver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed check strap snapped off (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail145,117 miles (+1,660)8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,117 miles
    Test number
    570403933967
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed check strap snapped off (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass143,457 miles (+2,182)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    143,457 miles
    Test number
    751881664198
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush perished (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush perished (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear seats down at time of test

  9. Pass141,275 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    141,275 miles
    Test number
    386343237690
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 1956015 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear seats down at time of test

  10. Fail141,275 miles (+918)1 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,275 miles
    Test number
    772508115651
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 1956015 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear seats down at time of test

  11. Pass140,357 miles (+768)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    140,357 miles
    Test number
    694160723974
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNS and OS front headlight pattern dim
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass139,589 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    139,589 miles
    Test number
    699710184229
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail139,589 miles (+1,050)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,589 miles
    Test number
    161315965704
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass138,539 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    138,539 miles
    Test number
    635877260705
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail138,539 miles (+1,462)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,539 miles
    Test number
    669248846577
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass137,077 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    137,077 miles
    Test number
    375168815143
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Fail137,077 miles (+968)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,077 miles
    Test number
    829987715141
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass136,109 miles (+1,330)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    136,109 miles
    Test number
    289330324147
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass134,779 miles (+2,071)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    134,779 miles
    Test number
    895379523113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass132,708 miles (+10,058)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    132,708 miles
    Test number
    126604642137
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Pass122,650 miles (+8,242)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    122,650 miles
    Test number
    249494421449
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/S SUNVISOR SLIGHTLY LOOSE

  22. Pass114,408 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    114,408 miles
    Test number
    754331540174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Fail114,408 miles (+8,785)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,408 miles
    Test number
    470321040151
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass105,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    105,623 miles
    Test number
    114192149147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail105,623 miles (+8,325)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,623 miles
    Test number
    520282049141
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass97,298 miles (+7,911)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    97,298 miles
    Test number
    202638148400
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass89,387 miles (+10,807)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    89,387 miles
    Test number
    400151277142
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth rear and offside front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

  28. Pass78,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    78,580 miles
    Test number
    232808656426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T72 VKE

Does T72 VKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T72 VKE expired on 6 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T72 VKE?
The MOT on T72 VKE expired on 6 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T72 VKE done?
T72 VKE was recorded at 152,207 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2025, an average of 3,808 miles a year.
Has T72 VKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T72 VKE has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T72 VKE 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 T72 VKE find?
T72 VKE passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: offside rear tyre obviously under inflated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides, and 8 more.

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