Volvo logo

Volvo V70

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,435 cc

T989 MJAMOT history

T989 MJA is a blue petrol Volvo V70 first used on 7 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Aug 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 131,832 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Aug 2026
Mileage
131,832 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,368 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T989 MJA in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T989 MJA
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
7 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T989 MJA was last recorded at 131,832 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 6,578 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,254 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,578 miles
Average per year
3,368 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,832 miles
  • 2025 – 125,254 miles
  • 2024 – 124,586 miles
  • 2023 – 123,825 miles
  • 2022 – 122,222 miles
  • 2021 – 120,707 miles
  • 2019 – 119,759 miles
  • 2018 – 118,269 miles
  • 2017 – 115,957 miles
  • 2016 – 112,440 miles
  • 2015 – 109,185 miles
  • 2014 – 105,769 miles
  • 2013 – 102,389 miles
  • 2012 – 97,903 miles
  • 2011 – 93,792 miles
  • 2010 – 88,680 miles
  • 2009 – 84,283 miles
  • 2008 – 78,835 miles
  • 2007 – 72,623 miles
  • 2006 – 63,246 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail131,832 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear axle mounting bracket corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorPower steering component leaking Steering rack leaking (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Movement in suspension suspect play in shocker but unable to see

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail131,832 miles (+6,578)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,832 miles
    Test number
    441104071684
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear axle mounting bracket corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking Steering rack leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Movement in suspension suspect play in shocker but unable to see

  2. Pass125,254 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    125,254 miles
    Test number
    949344009952
    • 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 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))

  3. Fail125,254 miles (+668)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,254 miles
    Test number
    884500373341
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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 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))

  4. Pass124,586 miles (+761)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    124,586 miles
    Test number
    317225755410
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass123,825 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    123,825 miles
    Test number
    361013468431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail123,825 miles (+1,603)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,825 miles
    Test number
    461474946584
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  7. Pass122,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    122,222 miles
    Test number
    777529469514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail122,222 miles (+1,515)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,222 miles
    Test number
    129273018500
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  9. Pass120,707 miles (+948)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    120,707 miles
    Test number
    322293536609
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass119,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    119,759 miles
    Test number
    894052660833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail119,759 miles (+1,490)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,759 miles
    Test number
    292400516999
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass118,269 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    118,269 miles
    Test number
    258879442261
    • 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))

  13. Fail118,268 miles (+2,311)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,268 miles
    Test number
    789791738119
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  14. Pass115,957 miles (+3,517)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    115,957 miles
    Test number
    526981933295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass112,440 miles (+3,255)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    112,440 miles
    Test number
    758603401437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass109,185 miles (+3,416)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    109,185 miles
    Test number
    609918745179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass105,769 miles (+3,380)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    105,769 miles
    Test number
    815049144134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass102,389 miles (+4,486)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    102,389 miles
    Test number
    239578253419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass97,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    97,903 miles
    Test number
    917719042189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail97,903 miles (+4,111)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,903 miles
    Test number
    278479542136
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass93,792 miles (+5,112)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    93,792 miles
    Test number
    685760241115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass88,680 miles (+4,397)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    88,680 miles
    Test number
    484532050191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass84,283 miles (+5,448)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    84,283 miles
    Test number
    281200949133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass78,835 miles (+6,212)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    78,835 miles
    Test number
    292576338469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass72,623 miles (+9,377)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    72,623 miles
    Test number
    821321057139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass63,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2007
    Odometer
    63,246 miles
    Test number
    400278626131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T989 MJA

Does T989 MJA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T989 MJA expired on 7 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T989 MJA?
The MOT on T989 MJA expired on 7 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T989 MJA done?
T989 MJA was recorded at 131,832 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 3,368 miles a year.
Has T989 MJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T989 MJA has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T989 MJA 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 T989 MJA find?
T989 MJA failed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 4 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside front service brake excessively fluctuating; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear axle mounting bracket corroded; power steering component leaking steering rack leaking, and 2 more.

Related registrations

Browse all T989 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.