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Volvo S70

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,984 cc

T898 MOAMOT history

T898 MOA is a silver petrol Volvo S70 first used on 10 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 29 MOT tests, with 130,394 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
130,394 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
22 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,865 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T898 MOA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
S70
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T898 MOA was last recorded at 130,394 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,378 miles · 30 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
2,865 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,394 miles
  • 2025 – 121,186 miles
  • 2024 – 115,488 miles
  • 2023 – 108,093 miles
  • 2022 – 104,729 miles
  • 2021 – 102,755 miles
  • 2020 – 99,989 miles
  • 2019 – 98,590 miles
  • 2018 – 96,932 miles
  • 2017 – 94,696 miles
  • 2016 – 92,434 miles
  • 2015 – 91,080 miles
  • 2014 – 89,856 miles
  • 2013 – 88,255 miles
  • 2012 – 86,648 miles
  • 2011 – 84,887 miles
  • 2010 – 82,657 miles
  • 2009 – 80,248 miles
  • 2008 – 77,704 miles
  • 2007 – 74,921 miles
  • 2006 – 72,719 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,394 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass130,394 miles (+16)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    130,394 miles
    Test number
    894958423677
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail130,378 miles (+9,192)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,378 miles
    Test number
    140106455693
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/60/15/88H (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NEAR FAIL! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass121,186 miles (+5,698)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    121,186 miles
    Test number
    214904010636
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass115,488 miles (+7,395)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    115,488 miles
    Test number
    209285461081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass108,093 miles (+3,364)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    108,093 miles
    Test number
    794642319579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass104,729 miles (+1,974)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    104,729 miles
    Test number
    125282832753
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen

  7. Pass102,755 miles (+2,766)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    102,755 miles
    Test number
    706275331880
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever very near end of travel!

  8. Pass99,989 miles (+1,399)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    99,989 miles
    Test number
    601463951571
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BORDERLINE (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass98,590 miles (+1,658)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    98,590 miles
    Test number
    720119741356
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges n/s just legal
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp masker kit fitted

  10. Pass96,932 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    96,932 miles
    Test number
    760802281859
    • AdvisoryFluctuation on front brakes
    • AdvisoryFront brake balance o/s slow borderline
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp masker kits fitted

  11. Fail96,931 miles (+2,235)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,931 miles
    Test number
    636335553821
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen left hand drive (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen left hand drive (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluctuation on front brakes
    • AdvisoryFront brake balance o/s slow borderline

  12. Pass94,696 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    94,696 miles
    Test number
    958932038137
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased
    • AdvisorySlight wear in steering rack

  13. Fail94,696 miles (+2,262)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,696 miles
    Test number
    909208102719
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased
    • AdvisorySlight wear in steering rack

  14. Pass92,434 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    92,434 miles
    Test number
    264049539033
    • AdvisoryCondition of both headlamp reflectors and intensity of aims Borderline
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on exhaust
    • AdvisoryDamage and repair to n/s/r light lens
    • AdvisoryPlay in n/s steering rack joint

  15. Fail92,432 miles (+1,352)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,432 miles
    Test number
    578781763316
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside front brake application uneven slow (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryCondition and wear of all brake discs on vehicle
    • AdvisoryCondition of both headlamp reflectors and intensity of aims Borderline
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on exhaust
    • AdvisoryDamage and repair to n/s/r light lens
    • AdvisoryPlay in n/s steering rack joint

  16. Pass91,080 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    91,080 miles
    Test number
    906708015208
    • NoteCondition both headlamp reflectors and intensity of beam patterns BORDERLINE
    • NoteCondition both rear brake disc's
    • NoteCorrosion on exhaust
    • NoteFront brake balance o/s slow
    • NoteO/s/f brake binding and condition of disc

  17. Fail91,079 miles (+1,223)2 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,079 miles
    Test number
    706178615250
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteCondition both headlamp reflectors and intensity of beam patterns BORDERLINE
    • NoteCondition both rear brake disc's
    • NoteCorrosion on exhaust
    • NoteFront brake balance o/s slow
    • NoteO/s/f brake binding and condition of disc

  18. Pass89,856 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    89,856 miles
    Test number
    897968214217
    • NoteCondition both rear brake disc's
    • NoteCondition n/s and o/s headlamp reflectors and beam intensity BORDERLINE
    • NoteCorrosion on exhaust and mountings
    • NoteFluctuation on rear brakes
    • NoteWear in steering rack
    • NoteWear on front disc's and pads

  19. Fail89,853 miles (+1,598)5 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,853 miles
    Test number
    906348314244
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteCondition both rear brake disc's
    • NoteCondition n/s and o/s headlamp reflectors and beam intensity BORDERLINE
    • NoteCorrosion on exhaust and mountings
    • NoteFluctuation on rear brakes
    • NoteWear in steering rack
    • NoteWear on front disc's and pads

  20. Pass88,255 miles (+1,607)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    88,255 miles
    Test number
    896904403243
    • NoteBoth front tyres wear low
    • NoteWear in o/s/r axle bush

  21. Pass86,648 miles (+1,761)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    86,648 miles
    Test number
    955176112258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass84,887 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    84,887 miles
    Test number
    355928311236
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Fail84,887 miles (+2,230)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,887 miles
    Test number
    596168811247
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass82,657 miles (+2,409)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    82,657 miles
    Test number
    120068910212
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Pass80,248 miles (+2,544)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    80,248 miles
    Test number
    501488219251
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  26. Pass77,704 miles (+2,783)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    77,704 miles
    Test number
    963444618234
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  27. Pass74,921 miles (+2,202)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    74,921 miles
    Test number
    353851517213
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  28. Pass72,719 miles (+1,380)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    72,719 miles
    Test number
    524339416205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass71,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    71,339 miles
    Test number
    980127126051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T898 MOA

Does T898 MOA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T898 MOA is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T898 MOA?
The MOT on T898 MOA is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T898 MOA done?
T898 MOA was recorded at 130,394 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 2,865 miles a year.
Has T898 MOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T898 MOA has failed 7 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T898 MOA 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 T898 MOA find?
T898 MOA passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; rear brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 1 more.

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