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Volvo V70

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 2,435 cc

V629 LBLMOT history

V629 LBL is a green petrol Volvo V70 first used on 24 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 21 Feb 2025 and it has passed 19 of 36 MOT tests, with 249,246 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Feb 2025.

V629 LBL green Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Feb 2025
Mileage
249,246 mi
At MOT on 1 Feb 2025
MOT tests
36
19 passed · 17 failed
Per year
7,735 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V629 LBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
24 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Feb 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

V629 LBL was last recorded at 249,246 miles on 1 Feb 2025, 4,319 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
244,927 miles · 22 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
4,319 miles
Average per year
7,735 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 249,246 miles
  • 2024 – 244,927 miles
  • 2023 – 239,252 miles
  • 2022 – 234,531 miles
  • 2021 – 229,664 miles
  • 2020 – 225,841 miles
  • 2019 – 218,190 miles
  • 2018 – 210,511 miles
  • 2017 – 202,431 miles
  • 2016 – 193,740 miles
  • 2015 – 184,839 miles
  • 2014 – 177,160 miles
  • 2013 – 167,651 miles
  • 2012 – 158,693 miles
  • 2011 – 150,062 miles
  • 2010 – 140,392 miles
  • 2009 – 131,171 miles
  • 2008 – 121,909 miles
  • 2007 – 113,474 miles
  • 2006 – 102,742 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail249,246 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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.

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Power steering fluid appears to be dirty/contaminated.further inspection and poss change required

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • O/s door mirror loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

36 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail249,246 miles (+4,319)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,246 miles
    Test number
    154960922329
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass244,927 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    244,927 miles
    Test number
    848629674075
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid appears to be dirty/contaminated.further inspection and poss change required

  3. Fail244,927 miles (+5,675)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,927 miles
    Test number
    875335452271
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand brake lever starting to feel tight
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid appears to be dirty/contaminated.further inspection and poss change required

  4. Pass239,252 miles (+4,721)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    239,252 miles
    Test number
    872210105099
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMinor blows from all over exhaust system
    • AdvisoryO/s front shock starting to weep
    • AdvisoryO/s park brake effort getting low..further investigation advisable

  5. Pass234,531 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    234,531 miles
    Test number
    914415469296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryKnocking from poss rear inboard hand brake shoes(poss broken)
    • AdvisoryLooks to be a minor weep from power steering resevoir

  6. Fail234,531 miles (+4,867)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,531 miles
    Test number
    304810153184
    • MajorNearside 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryKnocking from poss rear inboard hand brake shoes(poss broken)
    • AdvisoryLooks to be a minor weep from power steering resevoir

  7. Pass229,664 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    229,664 miles
    Test number
    751696041667
    • AdvisoryO/s door mirror loose
    • AdvisoryScratches in windscreen

  8. Fail229,664 miles (+3,823)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,664 miles
    Test number
    984834122355
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel pipe insecure filler neck to tank securing clamp corroded away (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s door mirror loose
    • AdvisoryScratches in windscreen

  9. Pass225,841 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    225,841 miles
    Test number
    577254813468
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/s headlamp pattern vague
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail225,839 miles (+7,649)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,839 miles
    Test number
    120407234795
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/s headlamp pattern vague
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass218,190 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    218,190 miles
    Test number
    463332130344
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail218,190 miles (+7,679)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,190 miles
    Test number
    874931038490
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass210,511 miles (+80)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    210,511 miles
    Test number
    481836022190
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Fail210,431 miles (+8,000)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,431 miles
    Test number
    305542097553
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass202,431 miles (+8,691)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    202,431 miles
    Test number
    945959814415
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass193,740 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    193,740 miles
    Test number
    635636059098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail193,736 miles (+8,897)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,736 miles
    Test number
    682227372854
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

  18. Pass184,839 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    184,839 miles
    Test number
    185490755068
    • NoteSlight play both sides of steering rack

  19. Fail184,839 miles (+7,679)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,839 miles
    Test number
    728560855031
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteSlight play both sides of steering rack

  20. Pass177,160 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    177,160 miles
    Test number
    138045784419
    • NoteEngine management light stays on
    • NoteSlight play both sides of steering rack

  21. Fail177,160 miles (+9,509)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,160 miles
    Test number
    525525284062
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine management light stays on
    • NoteSlight play both sides of steering rack

  22. Pass167,651 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    167,651 miles
    Test number
    555768813099
    • NoteEngine management light stays on

  23. Fail167,651 miles (+8,958)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,651 miles
    Test number
    447178613027
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management light stays on

  24. Pass158,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    158,693 miles
    Test number
    657170832012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail158,693 miles (+8,631)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,693 miles
    Test number
    608020032049
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  26. Pass150,062 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    150,062 miles
    Test number
    427913331014
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine management light stays on

  27. Fail150,062 miles (+9,670)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,062 miles
    Test number
    938253831066
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine management light stays on

  28. Pass140,392 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    140,392 miles
    Test number
    114528920468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail140,392 miles (+9,221)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,392 miles
    Test number
    463908920096
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSlight play both sides of steering rack

  30. Pass131,171 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    131,171 miles
    Test number
    380976719064
    • NoteO/s/f tyre near legal limit

  31. Fail131,169 miles (+9,260)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,169 miles
    Test number
    803786019071
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre near legal limit

  32. Pass121,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    121,909 miles
    Test number
    521558818065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail121,906 miles (+8,432)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,906 miles
    Test number
    591568718004
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • NoteFront brake pads gatting low
    • NoteO/s/r tyre underinflated

  34. Pass113,474 miles (+10,732)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    113,474 miles
    Test number
    284301847054
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  35. Pass102,742 miles (+489)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    102,742 miles
    Test number
    764824546013
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  36. Fail102,253 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,253 miles
    Test number
    291121636058
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V629 LBL

Does V629 LBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V629 LBL expired on 21 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V629 LBL?
The MOT on V629 LBL expired on 21 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V629 LBL done?
V629 LBL was recorded at 249,246 miles at its MOT on 1 Feb 2025, an average of 7,735 miles a year.
Has V629 LBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V629 LBL has failed 17 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on V629 LBL 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 V629 LBL find?
V629 LBL failed its latest MOT on 1 Feb 2025 with 2 major defects and 2 minor defects: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; brake lever has insufficient reserve travel; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 1 more.

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