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Volvo V70

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 2,400 cc

TAB 749MOT history

TAB 749 is a blue diesel Volvo V70 first used on 1 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 160,552 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Nov 2026
Mileage
160,552 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,824 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
TAB 749
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

TAB 749 was last recorded at 160,552 miles on 22 Oct 2025, 5,276 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,276 miles · 28 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,276 miles
Average per year
7,824 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 160,552 miles
  • 2024 – 155,276 miles
  • 2023 – 148,898 miles
  • 2022 – 139,903 miles
  • 2021 – 125,877 miles
  • 2020 – 117,291 miles
  • 2019 – 116,192 miles
  • 2018 – 115,260 miles
  • 2017 – 113,720 miles
  • 2016 – 113,699 miles
  • 2015 – 106,847 miles
  • 2014 – 93,310 miles
  • 2013 – 80,666 miles
  • 2012 – 67,278 miles
  • 2011 – 49,914 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,552 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Both (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Both (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both trailing arm bushes (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.

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outriggers

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Out riggers

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,552 miles (+5,276)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    160,552 miles
    Test number
    189676384617
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Both (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Both (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass155,276 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    155,276 miles
    Test number
    493111656284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail155,273 miles (+6,375)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,273 miles
    Test number
    871869336357
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass148,898 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    148,898 miles
    Test number
    921496917273
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outriggers (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail148,898 miles (+8,995)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,898 miles
    Test number
    864551342273
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outriggers (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass139,903 miles (+14,026)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    139,903 miles
    Test number
    919334630570
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outriggers (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass125,877 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    125,877 miles
    Test number
    849224013904
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Out riggers (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Fail125,876 miles (+8,585)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,876 miles
    Test number
    255109414274
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Out riggers (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Pass117,291 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    117,291 miles
    Test number
    437632607275
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside & offside out riggers (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front & Rear perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside & Offside inner & outer (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail117,291 miles (+1,099)3 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,291 miles
    Test number
    112980020232
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside & offside out riggers (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front & Rear perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside & Offside inner & outer (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass116,192 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    116,192 miles
    Test number
    847453747197
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside & offside outrigger 30.cm sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail116,192 miles (+932)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,192 miles
    Test number
    206109411549
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside & offside outrigger 30.cm sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass115,260 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    115,260 miles
    Test number
    724569979202
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Fail115,260 miles (+1,540)2 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,260 miles
    Test number
    916912025296
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake hose excessively damaged ferules & pipe nuts corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake hose excessively damaged ferules & pipe nuts corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass113,720 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    113,720 miles
    Test number
    340824380228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail113,720 miles (+21)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,720 miles
    Test number
    551923188158
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass113,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    113,699 miles
    Test number
    296517290159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail113,699 miles (+6,852)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,699 miles
    Test number
    536841028793
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass106,847 miles (+13,537)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    106,847 miles
    Test number
    901353147906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass93,310 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    93,310 miles
    Test number
    526844144264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNs repeater lense damaged
    • NoteVehicle loaded and unable to gain access to rear seatbelts

  21. Fail93,310 miles (+12,644)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,310 miles
    Test number
    337484444476
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNs repeater lense damaged
    • NoteVehicle loaded and unable to gain access to rear seatbelts

  22. Pass80,666 miles (+13,388)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    80,666 miles
    Test number
    756821843240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass67,278 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    67,278 miles
    Test number
    379331642215
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail67,278 miles (+17,364)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,278 miles
    Test number
    879996032294
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass49,914 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    49,914 miles
    Test number
    368344741417
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs worn.

Questions about TAB 749

What vehicle is registration TAB 749 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show TAB 749 on a blue diesel Volvo V70 first used on 1 Sept 2008. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does TAB 749 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on TAB 749 is valid until 4 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on TAB 749?
The MOT on TAB 749 is valid until 4 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has TAB 749 done?
TAB 749 was recorded at 160,552 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2025, an average of 7,824 miles a year.
Has TAB 749 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. TAB 749 has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on TAB 749 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 TAB 749 find?
TAB 749 passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2025 with 10 advisories: front inner road wheel slightly distorted both; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 7 more.

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