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Volvo V70

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,435 cc

T874 BGTMOT history

T874 BGT is a blue petrol Volvo V70 first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Sept 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 146,917 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Sept 2026
Mileage
146,917 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,521 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T874 BGT
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
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T874 BGT was last recorded at 146,917 miles on 8 Sept 2025, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,902 miles · 30 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
3,521 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 146,917 miles
  • 2023 – 143,905 miles
  • 2022 – 141,829 miles
  • 2021 – 138,151 miles
  • 2020 – 135,399 miles
  • 2019 – 129,572 miles
  • 2018 – 127,301 miles
  • 2017 – 124,969 miles
  • 2016 – 123,215 miles
  • 2015 – 117,546 miles
  • 2014 – 113,198 miles
  • 2013 – 108,837 miles
  • 2012 – 104,882 miles
  • 2011 – 102,233 miles
  • 2010 – 98,329 miles
  • 2009 – 95,019 miles
  • 2008 – 90,878 miles
  • 2007 – 85,220 miles
  • 2006 – 78,420 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,917 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light outer lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Front small stone chips in front windscreen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust system is corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass146,917 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    146,917 miles
    Test number
    406202805322
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light outer lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail146,917 miles (+15)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,917 miles
    Test number
    395580868037
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light outer lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail146,902 miles (+2,997)2 dangerous1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,902 miles
    Test number
    963570754549
    • DangerousNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light MISSING (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside generally corroded

  4. Pass143,905 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    143,905 miles
    Test number
    103085884531
    • AdvisoryFront small stone chips in front windscreen
    • AdvisoryFront small stone chips in front windscreen
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded

  5. Fail143,905 miles (+2,076)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,905 miles
    Test number
    243032201410
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront small stone chips in front windscreen
    • AdvisoryFront small stone chips in front windscreen
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded

  6. Pass141,829 miles (+3,678)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    141,829 miles
    Test number
    894602646814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass138,151 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    138,151 miles
    Test number
    881084411393
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail138,151 miles (+2,752)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,151 miles
    Test number
    843852430649
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass135,399 miles (+5,827)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    135,399 miles
    Test number
    542313128247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass129,572 miles (+2,271)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    129,572 miles
    Test number
    444153421383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass127,301 miles (+2,332)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    127,301 miles
    Test number
    719817386604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass124,969 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    124,969 miles
    Test number
    999658867708
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  13. Fail124,968 miles (+1,753)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,968 miles
    Test number
    132871099239
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  14. Pass123,215 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    123,215 miles
    Test number
    461884810839
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Upper engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake discs badly corroded and worn.

  15. Fail123,215 miles (+5,669)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,215 miles
    Test number
    865813792508
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureCentre Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal Pinion seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Upper engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake discs badly corroded and worn.

  16. Pass117,546 miles (+4,348)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    117,546 miles
    Test number
    759983565056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight leak from steering rack

  17. Pass113,198 miles (+4,361)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    113,198 miles
    Test number
    507765084031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass108,837 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    108,837 miles
    Test number
    356620373076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail108,837 miles (+3,955)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,837 miles
    Test number
    905690173082
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass104,882 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    104,882 miles
    Test number
    399825972013
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust rusty
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteOil leak from engine

  21. Fail104,882 miles (+2,649)4 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,882 miles
    Test number
    797925672060
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust rusty
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteOil leak from engine

  22. Pass102,233 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    102,233 miles
    Test number
    205151481005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Fail102,233 miles (+3,904)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,233 miles
    Test number
    259341281072
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass98,329 miles (+3,310)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    98,329 miles
    Test number
    950213580049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth Number plates starting to separate and vertical black lines appearing
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass95,019 miles (+4,141)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    95,019 miles
    Test number
    694497879001
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteSlight play in offside drop link

  26. Pass90,878 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    90,878 miles
    Test number
    904287888013
    • NoteFront and rear number plates in poor condition.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has a deep cut in the outer wall and is close to the legal limit.

  27. Fail90,878 miles (+5,658)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,878 miles
    Test number
    771675288050
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteFront and rear number plates in poor condition.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has a deep cut in the outer wall and is close to the legal limit.

  28. Pass85,220 miles (+6,800)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    85,220 miles
    Test number
    114211477448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass78,420 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    78,420 miles
    Test number
    503016386024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T874 BGT

Does T874 BGT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T874 BGT expired on 7 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T874 BGT?
The MOT on T874 BGT expired on 7 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T874 BGT done?
T874 BGT was recorded at 146,917 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2025, an average of 3,521 miles a year.
Has T874 BGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T874 BGT has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T874 BGT 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 T874 BGT find?
T874 BGT passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light outer lens missing; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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