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Volvo V70

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,435 cc

T862 BBWMOT history

T862 BBW is a blue petrol Volvo V70 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 142,500 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Nov 2026
Mileage
142,500 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,240 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T862 BBW
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 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T862 BBW was last recorded at 142,500 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 1,355 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,145 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,355 miles
Average per year
2,240 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 142,500 miles
  • 2024 – 141,145 miles
  • 2023 – 139,716 miles
  • 2022 – 138,434 miles
  • 2021 – 137,231 miles
  • 2020 – 136,733 miles
  • 2019 – 135,562 miles
  • 2018 – 134,208 miles
  • 2017 – 132,705 miles
  • 2016 – 130,947 miles
  • 2015 – 127,056 miles
  • 2014 – 123,514 miles
  • 2013 – 119,934 miles
  • 2012 – 117,486 miles
  • 2011 – 115,135 miles
  • 2010 – 112,507 miles
  • 2009 – 110,456 miles
  • 2008 – 108,456 miles
  • 2006 – 103,784 miles
  • 2005 – 97,747 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,500 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 5 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,500 miles (+1,355)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    142,500 miles
    Test number
    124478078573
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass141,145 miles (+1,429)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    141,145 miles
    Test number
    602749535955
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass139,716 miles (+13)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    139,716 miles
    Test number
    600819591117
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Fail139,703 miles (+1,269)2 dangerous1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,703 miles
    Test number
    109282702043
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass138,434 miles (+1,203)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    138,434 miles
    Test number
    345140395787
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both Offside and Nearside rears showing corrosion. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass137,231 miles (+498)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    137,231 miles
    Test number
    143936775559
    • AdvisoryFuel Tank pipe retaining clip showing corrosion.

  7. Pass136,733 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    136,733 miles
    Test number
    356068444789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail136,713 miles (+1,151)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,713 miles
    Test number
    450357636874
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass135,562 miles (+1,354)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    135,562 miles
    Test number
    525077254551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass134,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    134,208 miles
    Test number
    248245440973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail134,208 miles (+1,503)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,208 miles
    Test number
    544925556542
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass132,705 miles (+1,758)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    132,705 miles
    Test number
    925435262907
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

  13. Pass130,947 miles (+3,891)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    130,947 miles
    Test number
    698081334233
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

  14. Pass127,056 miles (+3,542)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    127,056 miles
    Test number
    979920225191
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

  15. Pass123,514 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    123,514 miles
    Test number
    286590924478
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  16. Fail123,514 miles (+3,580)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,514 miles
    Test number
    477150624178
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Pass119,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2014
    Odometer
    119,934 miles
    Test number
    845661023171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail119,934 miles (+2,448)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,934 miles
    Test number
    279320623455
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass117,486 miles (+2,351)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2013
    Odometer
    117,486 miles
    Test number
    439401312195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass115,135 miles (+2,628)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    115,135 miles
    Test number
    686825121100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass112,507 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2011
    Odometer
    112,507 miles
    Test number
    464174520100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail112,461 miles (+2,005)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,461 miles
    Test number
    403138810185
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail110,456 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,456 miles
    Test number
    204765029160
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre on limit.

  24. Pass110,456 miles (+2,000)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2010
    Odometer
    110,456 miles
    Test number
    653565929187
    • NoteNearside front tyre on limit.

  25. Pass108,456 miles (+4,672)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2009
    Odometer
    108,456 miles
    Test number
    744147128167
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  26. Fail103,784 miles4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,784 miles
    Test number
    681912036327
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySteering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  27. Pass103,784 miles (+6,037)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    103,784 miles
    Test number
    832832336385
    • AdvisorySteering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  28. Pass97,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    97,747 miles
    Test number
    252729335369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail97,747 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,747 miles
    Test number
    484209235450
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about T862 BBW

Does T862 BBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T862 BBW is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T862 BBW?
The MOT on T862 BBW is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T862 BBW done?
T862 BBW was recorded at 142,500 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 2,240 miles a year.
Has T862 BBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T862 BBW has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T862 BBW 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 T862 BBW find?
T862 BBW passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 5 more.

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