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Volvo V70

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,435 cc

T850 MBLMOT history

T850 MBL is a silver petrol Volvo V70 first used on 20 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 202,460 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
202,460 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,539 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T850 MBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T850 MBL was last recorded at 202,460 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 1,301 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
201,159 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,301 miles
Average per year
5,539 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 202,460 miles
  • 2025 – 201,159 miles
  • 2024 – 199,305 miles
  • 2023 – 197,467 miles
  • 2022 – 196,360 miles
  • 2021 – 194,466 miles
  • 2020 – 192,935 miles
  • 2019 – 190,960 miles
  • 2018 – 187,342 miles
  • 2017 – 182,277 miles
  • 2016 – 177,073 miles
  • 2015 – 170,768 miles
  • 2014 – 166,957 miles
  • 2013 – 160,695 miles
  • 2012 – 154,281 miles
  • 2011 – 146,595 miles
  • 2010 – 138,378 miles
  • 2009 – 129,720 miles
  • 2008 – 120,030 miles
  • 2007 – 107,020 miles
  • 2006 – 92,082 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass202,460 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view slight crack in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear axle bush worn / perishing but not excessively
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear axle bush worn / perishing but not excessively

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass202,460 miles (+1,301)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    202,460 miles
    Test number
    355471190928
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view slight crack in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear axle bush worn / perishing but not excessively
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear axle bush worn / perishing but not excessively

  2. Pass201,159 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    201,159 miles
    Test number
    781455909930
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail201,159 miles (+1,854)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,159 miles
    Test number
    200036032855
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass199,305 miles (+1,838)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    199,305 miles
    Test number
    202746627154
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer subframe bushes perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer subframe bushes perishing

  5. Pass197,467 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    197,467 miles
    Test number
    109756299770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail197,465 miles (+1,105)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,465 miles
    Test number
    736363155023
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass196,360 miles (+1,894)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    196,360 miles
    Test number
    964281875893
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hangars corroded off of exhaust mounting points - exhaust still secure and not likely to fall from vehicle

  8. Pass194,466 miles (+1,531)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    194,466 miles
    Test number
    689337540090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass192,935 miles (+1,975)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    192,935 miles
    Test number
    644374345763
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo damaged but function not impaired corroded (1.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off and slightly damaged but not likely to be misread (0.1 (a))

  10. Pass190,960 miles (+3,618)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    190,960 miles
    Test number
    209161871645
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass187,342 miles (+5,065)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    187,342 miles
    Test number
    133779100122
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front light cluster damaged
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUpper engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

  12. Pass182,277 miles (+5,204)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    182,277 miles
    Test number
    885701580862
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Rear brake pads wearing low (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush N/S/R & O/S/R bushes splitting / perishing (2.7.4)

  13. Pass177,073 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    177,073 miles
    Test number
    594801234240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail177,051 miles (+6,283)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,051 miles
    Test number
    165220429188
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer small end (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  15. Pass170,768 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    170,768 miles
    Test number
    185678465464
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s hand brake noisy squeaks

  16. Fail170,766 miles (+3,809)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,766 miles
    Test number
    549418065011
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s hand brake noisy squeaks

  17. Pass166,957 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    166,957 miles
    Test number
    385219474070
    • NoteAll tyres wearing
    • NoteChip in n/s of screen not over 40 mm

  18. Fail166,957 miles (+6,262)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,957 miles
    Test number
    575219774056
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAll tyres wearing
    • NoteChip in n/s of screen not over 40 mm

  19. Pass160,695 miles (+6,414)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    160,695 miles
    Test number
    449656263078
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth head lamps have weak pattern will need replacing soon

  20. Pass154,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    154,281 miles
    Test number
    125107262048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail154,281 miles (+7,686)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,281 miles
    Test number
    559467862053
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass146,595 miles (+5)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    146,595 miles
    Test number
    145313371402
    • NoteCrack in windscreen zone b
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering rack arm joint

  23. Fail146,590 miles (+8,212)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,590 miles
    Test number
    248150771052
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteCrack in windscreen zone b
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering rack arm joint

  24. Pass138,378 miles (+8,658)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    138,378 miles
    Test number
    311117370020
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front anti roll bar link

  25. Pass129,720 miles (+9,690)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    129,720 miles
    Test number
    651368169009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass120,030 miles (+13,010)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    120,030 miles
    Test number
    113521098013
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  27. Pass107,020 miles (+14,938)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    107,020 miles
    Test number
    182668687062
    • NoteBoth rear indicators starting to show white light
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing out faster on inner edges
    • NotePoor beam pattern on o/s head lamp

  28. Pass92,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    92,082 miles
    Test number
    432540996057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T850 MBL

Does T850 MBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T850 MBL is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T850 MBL?
The MOT on T850 MBL is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T850 MBL done?
T850 MBL was recorded at 202,460 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 5,539 miles a year.
Has T850 MBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T850 MBL has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T850 MBL 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 T850 MBL find?
T850 MBL passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view slight crack in swept area; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear on outer edge, and 3 more.

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