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Volvo V70

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,435 cc

V668 GBYMOT history

V668 GBY is a blue petrol Volvo V70 first used on 21 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Dec 2021 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 137,782 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Dec 2021
Mileage
137,782 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2021
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,717 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V668 GBY
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
21 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

V668 GBY was last recorded at 137,782 miles on 2 Dec 2021, 4,304 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,478 miles · 11 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
4,304 miles
Average per year
5,717 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 137,782 miles
  • 2020 – 133,478 miles
  • 2019 – 127,446 miles
  • 2018 – 121,375 miles
  • 2017 – 114,606 miles
  • 2016 – 106,557 miles
  • 2015 – 99,243 miles
  • 2014 – 90,433 miles
  • 2013 – 82,887 miles
  • 2012 – 78,606 miles
  • 2011 – 74,314 miles
  • 2010 – 70,113 miles
  • 2009 – 65,927 miles
  • 2008 – 60,647 miles
  • 2007 – 56,911 miles
  • 2006 – 52,411 miles
  • 2005 – 45,946 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail137,782 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorFront Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front brake binding slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 9 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail137,782 miles (+4,304)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,782 miles
    Test number
    479991871302
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass133,478 miles (+19)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    133,478 miles
    Test number
    528899660034
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rear mount corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail133,459 miles (+6,013)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,459 miles
    Test number
    190260158547
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Power steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass127,446 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    127,446 miles
    Test number
    520969717389
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail127,446 miles (+6,071)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,446 miles
    Test number
    351635578072
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass121,375 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    121,375 miles
    Test number
    728365772210
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail121,373 miles (+6,767)1 dangerous8 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,373 miles
    Test number
    664530982098
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass114,606 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    114,606 miles
    Test number
    848987417248
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail114,606 miles (+8,049)2 dangerous3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,606 miles
    Test number
    315203732301
    • DangerousNearside front tyre badly worn on edges
    • DangerousOffside front tyre badly worn on edges
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported hitting nearside rear coil spring (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass106,557 miles (+194)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    106,557 miles
    Test number
    562248919875
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  11. Fail106,363 miles (+7,120)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,363 miles
    Test number
    860612109768
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  12. Pass99,243 miles (+8,810)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    99,243 miles
    Test number
    530795460319
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside steering rack has slight play

  13. Pass90,433 miles (+7,546)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    90,433 miles
    Test number
    786232344386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass82,887 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    82,887 miles
    Test number
    426529133423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail82,887 miles (+4,281)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,887 miles
    Test number
    956649033313
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass78,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    78,606 miles
    Test number
    187988032334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail78,606 miles (+4,292)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,606 miles
    Test number
    467998032484
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake disc worn

  18. Pass74,314 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    74,314 miles
    Test number
    196033941396
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail74,314 miles (+4,201)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,314 miles
    Test number
    169433341383
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass70,113 miles (+4,186)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    70,113 miles
    Test number
    403269520346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,927 miles (+5,280)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    65,927 miles
    Test number
    862405839346
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges

  22. Pass60,647 miles (+3,736)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    60,647 miles
    Test number
    973366738325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass56,911 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    56,911 miles
    Test number
    481615037313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail56,911 miles (+4,500)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,911 miles
    Test number
    682204837396
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  25. Pass52,411 miles (+6,465)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    52,411 miles
    Test number
    384839236387
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass45,946 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    45,946 miles
    Test number
    540803415303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail45,943 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,943 miles
    Test number
    863403415321
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V668 GBY

Does V668 GBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V668 GBY expired on 10 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V668 GBY?
The MOT on V668 GBY expired on 10 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V668 GBY done?
V668 GBY was recorded at 137,782 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2021, an average of 5,717 miles a year.
Has V668 GBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V668 GBY has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on V668 GBY 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 V668 GBY find?
V668 GBY failed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2021 with 1 dangerous defect, 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed; front fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, and 2 more.

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