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Volvo V70

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,435 cc

T851 BGTMOT history

T851 BGT is a green petrol Volvo V70 first used on 17 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 253,507 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
253,507 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,339 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T851 BGT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T851 BGT was last recorded at 253,507 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 4,313 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Mar 2018: 21,184 miles, lower than 202,248 miles on 8 Mar 2017.

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
249,194 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,313 miles
Average per year
8,339 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 253,507 miles
  • 2025 – 249,194 miles
  • 2024 – 244,137 miles
  • 2023 – 240,080 miles
  • 2022 – 236,481 miles
  • 2021 – 231,324 miles
  • 2020 – 228,747 miles
  • 2019 – 220,569 miles
  • 2018 – 21,184 miles
  • 2017 – 202,248 miles
  • 2016 – 192,810 miles
  • 2015 – 181,856 miles
  • 2014 – 171,499 miles
  • 2013 – 157,771 miles
  • 2012 – 144,694 miles
  • 2011 – 131,155 miles
  • 2010 – 122,807 miles
  • 2009 – 113,196 miles
  • 2008 – 105,906 miles
  • 2007 – 95,917 miles
  • 2006 – 86,375 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass253,507 miles
  • AdvisoryChips in windscreen
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner bead. (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in screen.

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear metal bumper support corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass253,507 miles (+4,313)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    253,507 miles
    Test number
    305505534697
    • AdvisoryChips in windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner bead. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass249,194 miles (+5,057)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    249,194 miles
    Test number
    510037999308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner bead. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass244,137 miles (+4,057)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    244,137 miles
    Test number
    235691119661
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  4. Pass240,080 miles (+10)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    240,080 miles
    Test number
    396849989784
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in screen. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail240,070 miles (+3,589)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,070 miles
    Test number
    111258741716
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in screen. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass236,481 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    236,481 miles
    Test number
    145657891996
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear metal bumper support corroded

  7. Fail236,481 miles (+5,157)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,481 miles
    Test number
    201441719904
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear metal bumper support corroded

  8. Pass231,324 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    231,324 miles
    Test number
    917877123890
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail231,324 miles (+2,577)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,324 miles
    Test number
    681447054007
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass228,747 miles (+8,178)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    228,747 miles
    Test number
    184595845245
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in screen. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryE.M.L light on at time of test.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner bead. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass220,569 miles (+199,385)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    220,569 miles
    Test number
    548539762441
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEML light on at time of test.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass21,184 miles (-181,064)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    21,184 miles
    Test number
    285620447426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass202,248 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    202,248 miles
    Test number
    877985023274
    • AdvisoryCentral Front exhaust bolts corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail202,248 miles (+9,438)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,248 miles
    Test number
    595697426764
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front exhaust bolts corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass192,810 miles (+10,954)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    192,810 miles
    Test number
    353360596660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass181,856 miles (+10,357)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    181,856 miles
    Test number
    728142465089
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteBoth front tyres feathered on edges

  17. Pass171,499 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    171,499 miles
    Test number
    668358574031
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Fail171,497 miles (+13,726)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,497 miles
    Test number
    835148874011
    • FailureNearside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass157,771 miles (+13,077)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    157,771 miles
    Test number
    108420663455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass144,694 miles (+13,539)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    144,694 miles
    Test number
    986272972048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass131,155 miles (+8,348)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    131,155 miles
    Test number
    489022161089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass122,807 miles (+9,611)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    122,807 miles
    Test number
    684237260031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass113,196 miles (+7,290)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    113,196 miles
    Test number
    251971579026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass105,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    105,906 miles
    Test number
    111202278453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail105,906 miles (+9,989)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,906 miles
    Test number
    971912178012
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass95,917 miles (+9,542)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    95,917 miles
    Test number
    194285467499
    • 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)

  27. Pass86,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    86,375 miles
    Test number
    563327066088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T851 BGT

Does T851 BGT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T851 BGT is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T851 BGT?
The MOT on T851 BGT is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T851 BGT done?
T851 BGT was recorded at 253,507 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 8,339 miles a year.
Has T851 BGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T851 BGT has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T851 BGT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Mar 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T851 BGT find?
T851 BGT passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: chips in windscreen; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted inner bead.; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule.

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