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Volvo V70

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,984 cc

T854 LHKMOT history

T854 LHK is a red petrol Volvo V70 first used on 19 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Jul 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 233,680 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Jul 2025
Mileage
233,680 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2024
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,872 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T854 LHK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T854 LHK was last recorded at 233,680 miles on 23 Jul 2024, 5,422 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
228,258 miles · 17 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
5,422 miles
Average per year
6,872 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 233,680 miles
  • 2023 – 228,258 miles
  • 2022 – 222,771 miles
  • 2021 – 216,377 miles
  • 2020 – 211,237 miles
  • 2019 – 202,298 miles
  • 2018 – 194,271 miles
  • 2017 – 185,966 miles
  • 2016 – 178,187 miles
  • 2015 – 170,372 miles
  • 2014 – 160,419 miles
  • 2013 – 150,853 miles
  • 2012 – 141,993 miles
  • 2011 – 135,882 miles
  • 2010 – 131,343 miles
  • 2009 – 125,763 miles
  • 2008 – 121,412 miles
  • 2007 – 116,018 miles
  • 2006 – 108,458 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass233,680 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryEngine malfunction warning light illuminated
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Both rear brackets (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Slight wear/play in offside front lower arm bushings

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Headlight beam patterns a little blurred

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

29 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass233,680 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    233,680 miles
    Test number
    210889630373
    • AdvisoryEngine malfunction warning light illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Both rear brackets (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail233,680 miles (+5,422)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,680 miles
    Test number
    355824817120
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine malfunction warning light illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Both rear brackets (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass228,258 miles (+5,487)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    228,258 miles
    Test number
    266663398894
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres a little worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Both rear brackets (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass222,771 miles (+6,394)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    222,771 miles
    Test number
    150284150893
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Tailpipe mounting bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Both rear brackets (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass216,377 miles (+5,140)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    216,377 miles
    Test number
    361394274005
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rear bracket a little corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Offside brake low & slow (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Rear tyres worn on inside edges (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass211,237 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    211,237 miles
    Test number
    258726426565
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Fail211,237 miles (+8,939)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,237 miles
    Test number
    509257611314
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front bushing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass202,298 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    202,298 miles
    Test number
    442997587258
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Fail202,294 miles (+8,023)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,294 miles
    Test number
    187006576013
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Pass194,271 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    194,271 miles
    Test number
    771807508593
    • AdvisorySlight fluctuation on rear brakes
    • AdvisorySlight wear/play in offside front lower arm bushings

  11. Fail194,271 miles (+8,305)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,271 miles
    Test number
    657641744545
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySlight fluctuation on rear brakes
    • AdvisorySlight wear/play in offside front lower arm bushings

  12. Pass185,966 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    185,966 miles
    Test number
    929229504709
    • AdvisoryHeadlight beam patterns a little blurred
    • AdvisorySlight wear/play in offside front lower arm bushings

  13. Fail185,966 miles (+7,779)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,966 miles
    Test number
    157073658808
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryHeadlight beam patterns a little blurred
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn to minimum 1.6mm tread depth limit
    • AdvisorySlight wear/play in offside front lower arm bushings

  14. Pass178,187 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    178,187 miles
    Test number
    744270017790
    • AdvisoryHeadlight beam patterns a little blurred
    • AdvisorySlight wear/play in offside front lower arm bushings

  15. Fail178,187 miles (+7,815)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,187 miles
    Test number
    421176834918
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear brake excessively fluctuating Both (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryHeadlight beam patterns a little blurred
    • AdvisorySlight wear/play in offside front lower arm bushings

  16. Fail170,372 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,372 miles
    Test number
    116352395492
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteHeadlight beram patterns a little blurred
    • NoteNearside front lower ball joint cover damaged but still sealing
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inside edge to minimum tread depth

  17. Pass170,372 miles (+9,953)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    170,372 miles
    Test number
    479542695014
    • NoteHeadlight beram patterns a little blurred
    • NoteNearside front lower ball joint cover damaged but still sealing
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inside edge to minimum tread depth

  18. Pass160,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    160,419 miles
    Test number
    649261604138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail160,419 miles (+9,566)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,419 miles
    Test number
    687991904195
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass150,853 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    150,853 miles
    Test number
    985958093008
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside front headlamp glass

  21. Fail150,853 miles (+8,860)6 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,853 miles
    Test number
    596518593083
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteCentre brake light not working
    • NoteOffside front drive shaft gaiter poorly secured slight leak
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside front headlamp glass

  22. Pass141,993 miles (+6,111)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    141,993 miles
    Test number
    195241502197
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteFUEL FILTER RUSTY

  23. Pass135,882 miles (+4,539)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    135,882 miles
    Test number
    918191201143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass131,343 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    131,343 miles
    Test number
    134434000179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront registration plate in poor condition
    • NoteN/s/f tyre sidewall damaged

  25. Fail131,343 miles (+5,580)2 failures2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,343 miles
    Test number
    872174500187
    • FailureFront constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront registration plate in poor condition
    • NoteN/s/f tyre sidewall damaged

  26. Pass125,763 miles (+4,351)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    125,763 miles
    Test number
    590794609197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass121,412 miles (+5,394)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    121,412 miles
    Test number
    924162548173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass116,018 miles (+7,560)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2008
    Odometer
    116,018 miles
    Test number
    691060537177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  29. Pass108,458 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2007
    Odometer
    108,458 miles
    Test number
    234453126442
    • NoteAdvise rear tryes wearing on outer edge
    • NoteSlight play in nsf drive shaft

Questions about T854 LHK

Does T854 LHK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T854 LHK expired on 22 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T854 LHK?
The MOT on T854 LHK expired on 22 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T854 LHK done?
T854 LHK was recorded at 233,680 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2024, an average of 6,872 miles a year.
Has T854 LHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T854 LHK has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T854 LHK 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 T854 LHK find?
T854 LHK passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2024 with 4 advisories: engine malfunction warning light illuminated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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