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Volvo V70

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

V56 DBXMOT history

V56 DBX is a silver diesel Volvo V70 first used on 3 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jun 2027 and it has passed 22 of 36 MOT tests, with 246,542 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jun 2027
Mileage
246,542 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
36
22 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,643 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V56 DBX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V56 DBX was last recorded at 246,542 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 2,831 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
243,711 miles · 12 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,831 miles
Average per year
6,643 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 246,542 miles
  • 2025 – 243,711 miles
  • 2024 – 238,730 miles
  • 2023 – 233,833 miles
  • 2022 – 228,169 miles
  • 2021 – 221,464 miles
  • 2020 – 211,877 miles
  • 2019 – 207,245 miles
  • 2018 – 201,914 miles
  • 2017 – 197,105 miles
  • 2016 – 192,710 miles
  • 2015 – 186,910 miles
  • 2014 – 180,795 miles
  • 2013 – 174,771 miles
  • 2012 – 169,836 miles
  • 2011 – 162,132 miles
  • 2010 – 153,535 miles
  • 2009 – 140,814 miles
  • 2008 – 131,632 miles
  • 2007 – 120,460 miles
  • 2006 – 111,800 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass246,542 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on edges
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside of vehicle, including suspension components

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

36 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass246,542 miles (+2,831)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    246,542 miles
    Test number
    485538011256
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside of vehicle, including suspension components

  2. Pass243,711 miles (+4,981)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    243,711 miles
    Test number
    660543341820
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule on flexible hose on nearside of vehicle (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass238,730 miles (+361)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    238,730 miles
    Test number
    210272513517
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail238,369 miles (+4,536)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,369 miles
    Test number
    936119179396
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass233,833 miles (+5,664)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    233,833 miles
    Test number
    394903937810
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySlight cracking all four tyres

  6. Pass228,169 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    228,169 miles
    Test number
    372384331037
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes perished/slight play
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside

  7. Fail228,169 miles (+6,705)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,169 miles
    Test number
    371942426952
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes perished/slight play
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside

  8. Pass221,464 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    221,464 miles
    Test number
    338100564789
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes cracking/perishing
    • AdvisoryRear chassis legs corroded, not excessive
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to brake servo

  9. Fail221,464 miles (+9,587)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,464 miles
    Test number
    207344766759
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes cracking/perishing
    • AdvisoryRear chassis legs corroded, not excessive
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to brake servo

  10. Pass211,877 miles (+4,632)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2021
    Odometer
    211,877 miles
    Test number
    187726818893
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp chipped
    • AdvisoryBoth rear radius arm bushes cracking slight play

  11. Pass207,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2020
    Odometer
    207,245 miles
    Test number
    949697568979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail207,245 miles (+5,331)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,245 miles
    Test number
    826517729771
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass201,914 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    201,914 miles
    Test number
    412991640769
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail201,914 miles (+4,809)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,914 miles
    Test number
    301391880128
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass197,105 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    197,105 miles
    Test number
    158859188472
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail tip missing
    • AdvisoryRear bumper appears loose

  16. Fail197,105 miles (+4,395)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,105 miles
    Test number
    246633787767
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail tip missing
    • AdvisoryRear bumper appears loose

  17. Pass192,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    192,710 miles
    Test number
    800514278924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail192,703 miles (+5,793)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,703 miles
    Test number
    353054751638
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass186,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    186,910 miles
    Test number
    225104195461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail186,910 miles (+6,115)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,910 miles
    Test number
    439534195184
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass180,795 miles (+6,024)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    180,795 miles
    Test number
    705569684190
    • NoteRear radius arm bushs slight cracking
    • NoteSlight play both inner rack sockets

  22. Pass174,771 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    174,771 miles
    Test number
    769059183127
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyre wearing inner and outer edges
    • NoteOffside front headlamp glass chipped
    • NoteSlight corrosion front brake discs
    • NoteSlight play both inner steering rack sockets

  23. Fail174,771 miles (+4,935)1 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,771 miles
    Test number
    835319483163
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyre wearing inner and outer edges
    • NoteOffside front headlamp glass chipped
    • NoteSlight corrosion front brake discs
    • NoteSlight play both inner steering rack sockets

  24. Fail169,836 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,836 miles
    Test number
    148277702204
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  25. Pass169,836 miles (+7,704)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    169,836 miles
    Test number
    249047602231
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  26. Pass162,132 miles (+142)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    162,132 miles
    Test number
    317545911453
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play both front inner steering rack sockets

  27. Fail161,990 miles (+8,455)1 failure1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,990 miles
    Test number
    169040911210
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play both front inner steering rack sockets

  28. Pass153,535 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    153,535 miles
    Test number
    324587710452
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth inner steering rack sockets have slight play

  29. Fail153,535 miles (+4,056)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,535 miles
    Test number
    814154910241
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth inner steering rack sockets have slight play

  30. Pass149,479 miles (+8,665)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    149,479 miles
    Test number
    104836870423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass140,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    140,814 miles
    Test number
    472580859055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail140,814 miles (+9,182)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,814 miles
    Test number
    912599849019
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  33. Pass131,632 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    131,632 miles
    Test number
    163211458492
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  34. Fail131,632 miles (+11,172)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,632 miles
    Test number
    210471158094
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  35. Pass120,460 miles (+8,660)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    120,460 miles
    Test number
    603774847059
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  36. Pass111,800 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    111,800 miles
    Test number
    781395666061
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V56 DBX

Does V56 DBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V56 DBX is valid until 27 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on V56 DBX?
The MOT on V56 DBX is valid until 27 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V56 DBX done?
V56 DBX was recorded at 246,542 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 6,643 miles a year.
Has V56 DBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V56 DBX has failed 14 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2024.
Has the mileage on V56 DBX 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 V56 DBX find?
V56 DBX passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 7 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front inner drag link end ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre wearing on edges, and 4 more.

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