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Volvo V70

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,435 cc

T975 LFLMOT history

T975 LFL is a black petrol Volvo V70 first used on 10 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Oct 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 215,289 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Oct 2022
Mileage
215,289 mi
At MOT on 16 Nov 2023
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,329 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T975 LFL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
16 Nov 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T975 LFL was last recorded at 215,289 miles on 16 Nov 2023, 712 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,577 miles · 10 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
712 miles
Average per year
8,329 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 215,289 miles
  • 2021 – 214,577 miles
  • 2020 – 212,801 miles
  • 2019 – 210,602 miles
  • 2018 – 207,887 miles
  • 2017 – 205,292 miles
  • 2016 – 200,911 miles
  • 2015 – 192,372 miles
  • 2014 – 186,176 miles
  • 2013 – 181,195 miles
  • 2012 – 176,731 miles
  • 2011 – 170,413 miles
  • 2010 – 155,949 miles
  • 2009 – 131,824 miles
  • 2008 – 111,327 miles
  • 2007 – 90,680 miles
  • 2006 – 72,827 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail215,289 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle mount brackets corroded away (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength axle mount bracket corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail215,289 miles (+712)3 dangerous8 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,289 miles
    Test number
    963003749221
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle mount brackets corroded away (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength axle mount bracket corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass214,577 miles (+1,776)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    214,577 miles
    Test number
    214451283479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass212,801 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    212,801 miles
    Test number
    604708246863
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  4. Fail212,801 miles (+2,199)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,801 miles
    Test number
    531356424902
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  5. Pass210,602 miles (+2,715)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    210,602 miles
    Test number
    215761924078
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edge

  6. Pass207,887 miles (+2,595)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    207,887 miles
    Test number
    646276066300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass205,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    205,292 miles
    Test number
    534330662172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail205,292 miles (+4,381)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,292 miles
    Test number
    554733979196
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  9. Pass200,911 miles (+8,539)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    200,911 miles
    Test number
    612940632041
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  10. Pass192,372 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    192,372 miles
    Test number
    682677200569
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  11. Fail192,372 miles (+6,196)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,372 miles
    Test number
    843736145715
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Pass186,176 miles (+4,981)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    186,176 miles
    Test number
    445643574293
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass181,195 miles (+4,464)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    181,195 miles
    Test number
    927434273296
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass176,731 miles (+6,318)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    176,731 miles
    Test number
    886360972292
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass170,413 miles (+14,464)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    170,413 miles
    Test number
    767933371293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass155,949 miles (+150)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    155,949 miles
    Test number
    881690680268
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteO/s front lower ball joint gaitor split and perished
    • NoteSlight movement evident in n/s and o/s inner steering rack joints

  17. Fail155,799 miles (+23,975)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,799 miles
    Test number
    764678570260
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteO/s front lower ball joint gaitor split and perished
    • NoteSlight movement evident in n/s and o/s inner steering rack joints

  18. Pass131,824 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    131,824 miles
    Test number
    474167459272
    • NoteRear exhauest mounting broken but supported by modifeid repair system fully supported at time of test
    • NoteUneven tyre wear on o/s/r tyre

  19. Fail131,824 miles (+20,497)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,824 miles
    Test number
    652417259241
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteRear exhauest mounting broken but supported by modifeid repair system fully supported at time of test
    • NoteUneven tyre wear on o/s/r tyre

  20. Pass111,327 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    111,327 miles
    Test number
    524423568252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail111,323 miles (+20,643)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,323 miles
    Test number
    774252768291
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  22. Pass90,680 miles (+17,853)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    90,680 miles
    Test number
    203320267252
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside front brake hose is cracking slightly

  23. Pass72,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    72,827 miles
    Test number
    343652086238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T975 LFL

Does T975 LFL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T975 LFL expired on 8 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T975 LFL?
The MOT on T975 LFL expired on 8 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T975 LFL done?
T975 LFL was recorded at 215,289 miles at its MOT on 16 Nov 2023, an average of 8,329 miles a year.
Has T975 LFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T975 LFL has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T975 LFL 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 T975 LFL find?
T975 LFL failed its latest MOT on 16 Nov 2023 with 3 dangerous defects, 8 major defects, 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; nearside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed; offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and 12 more.

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