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Volvo V70

Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 2,319 cc

T893 BBWMOT history

T893 BBW is a purple petrol Volvo V70 first used on 1 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Nov 2024 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 209,313 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Nov 2024
Mileage
209,313 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,896 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T893 BBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,319 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T893 BBW was last recorded at 209,313 miles on 20 Nov 2023, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
209,302 miles · 15 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
5,896 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 209,313 miles
  • 2020 – 194,920 miles
  • 2019 – 190,428 miles
  • 2018 – 186,601 miles
  • 2017 – 183,528 miles
  • 2016 – 180,225 miles
  • 2015 – 176,019 miles
  • 2014 – 170,904 miles
  • 2013 – 165,014 miles
  • 2012 – 158,750 miles
  • 2011 – 151,654 miles
  • 2010 – 145,927 miles
  • 2009 – 137,132 miles
  • 2008 – 127,759 miles
  • 2007 – 114,669 miles
  • 2006 – 106,285 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass209,313 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass209,313 miles (+11)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    209,313 miles
    Test number
    293661585074
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail209,302 miles (+14,382)8 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,302 miles
    Test number
    833764040267
    • MajorBrake master cylinder defective but brake still operating (1.1.10 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass194,920 miles (+4,492)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    194,920 miles
    Test number
    291174269151
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass190,428 miles (+3,827)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    190,428 miles
    Test number
    167709356323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass186,601 miles (+3,073)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    186,601 miles
    Test number
    376124402520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass183,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    183,528 miles
    Test number
    262058850086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail183,528 miles (+3,303)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,528 miles
    Test number
    481354554661
    • 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 position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  8. Pass180,225 miles (+4,206)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    180,225 miles
    Test number
    474946190086
    • AdvisoryADVISE Parking brake only just passed at 16%.

  9. Pass176,019 miles (+52)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    176,019 miles
    Test number
    995935455110
    • NoteADVISE Slight play in both rear axle beam mounting bushes

  10. Fail175,967 miles (+5,063)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,967 miles
    Test number
    947228745187
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteADVISE Slight play in both rear axle beam mounting bushes

  11. Pass170,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    170,904 miles
    Test number
    707982044153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail170,902 miles (+5,888)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,902 miles
    Test number
    355032344177
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  13. Pass165,014 miles (+113)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    165,014 miles
    Test number
    308103963126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail164,901 miles (+6,151)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,901 miles
    Test number
    715884053193
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  15. Pass158,750 miles (+131)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    158,750 miles
    Test number
    335223372138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail158,619 miles (+6,965)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,619 miles
    Test number
    229966162430
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass151,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    151,654 miles
    Test number
    146217641156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail151,654 miles (+5,727)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,654 miles
    Test number
    785507141136
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass145,927 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    145,927 miles
    Test number
    293854550180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail145,912 miles (+8,780)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,912 miles
    Test number
    220923250409
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass137,132 miles (+9,373)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    137,132 miles
    Test number
    820659969118
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass127,759 miles (+13,090)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    127,759 miles
    Test number
    300104068189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  23. Pass114,669 miles (+8,384)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    114,669 miles
    Test number
    852392147148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass106,285 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    106,285 miles
    Test number
    882501356123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T893 BBW

Does T893 BBW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T893 BBW expired on 19 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T893 BBW?
The MOT on T893 BBW expired on 19 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T893 BBW done?
T893 BBW was recorded at 209,313 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2023, an average of 5,896 miles a year.
Has T893 BBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T893 BBW has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T893 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 T893 BBW find?
T893 BBW passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2023 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 3 more.

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