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Volvo V70

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

V685 EEXMOT history

V685 EEX is a green diesel Volvo V70 first used on 9 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 142,721 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Sept 2024
Mileage
142,721 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,305 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V685 EEX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V685 EEX was last recorded at 142,721 miles on 8 Sept 2023, 8,653 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,068 miles · 11 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
8,653 miles
Average per year
5,305 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 142,721 miles
  • 2022 – 134,068 miles
  • 2021 – 126,341 miles
  • 2020 – 123,504 miles
  • 2019 – 118,969 miles
  • 2018 – 111,658 miles
  • 2017 – 104,324 miles
  • 2016 – 89,875 miles
  • 2015 – 88,860 miles
  • 2014 – 87,924 miles
  • 2013 – 86,591 miles
  • 2011 – 84,427 miles
  • 2010 – 80,323 miles
  • 2009 – 76,024 miles
  • 2008 – 71,545 miles
  • 2007 – 64,012 miles
  • 2006 – 55,012 miles
  • 2005 – 47,399 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,721 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm inside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced axle mounting point

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,721 miles (+8,653)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    142,721 miles
    Test number
    128278212146
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass134,068 miles (+28)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    134,068 miles
    Test number
    253718104803
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced axle mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced axle mounting bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on
    • AdvisoryIn side mirror missing

  3. Fail134,040 miles (+7,699)7 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,040 miles
    Test number
    256446119114
    • MajorNearside Front All outline marker lamps not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel pipe damaged fuel filler pipe bracket corroded (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced axle mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced axle mounting bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on
    • AdvisoryIn side mirror missing

  4. Pass126,341 miles (+2,837)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    126,341 miles
    Test number
    492986504045
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass123,504 miles (+4,535)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    123,504 miles
    Test number
    719922916781
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass118,969 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    118,969 miles
    Test number
    578742669783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail118,965 miles (+7,307)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,965 miles
    Test number
    939185048373
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) track bar (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass111,658 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    111,658 miles
    Test number
    519097084472
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  9. Fail111,658 miles (+7,334)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,658 miles
    Test number
    548956152667
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  10. Pass104,324 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    104,324 miles
    Test number
    881514188080
    • 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)

  11. Fail104,322 miles (+14,447)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,322 miles
    Test number
    407167510546
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  12. Pass89,875 miles (+1,015)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    89,875 miles
    Test number
    895387500009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail88,860 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,860 miles
    Test number
    695088795094
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass88,860 miles (+936)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    88,860 miles
    Test number
    848688295048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass87,924 miles (+1,333)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    87,924 miles
    Test number
    689894194084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass86,591 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    86,591 miles
    Test number
    176881823149
    • NoteRear disc's corroded

  17. Fail86,591 miles (+2,164)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,591 miles
    Test number
    487610623128
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteRear disc's corroded

  18. Pass84,427 miles (+4,104)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    84,427 miles
    Test number
    296177671268
    • NoteBoth front wish bone arms have worn bushes
    • NoteBoth rear brake hoses have corroded ferrells
    • NoteRear silancer mountings corroded

  19. Pass80,323 miles (+4,299)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    80,323 miles
    Test number
    703234770203
    • NoteN/s/f anti roll bar link worn

  20. Pass76,024 miles (+4,479)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    76,024 miles
    Test number
    704485379292
    • NoteRear number plate becoming delaminated

  21. Pass71,545 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    71,545 miles
    Test number
    311853308312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail71,539 miles (+7,527)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,539 miles
    Test number
    431281408485
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass64,012 miles (+9,000)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    64,012 miles
    Test number
    724509277225
    • NoteBoth front idecators faded

  24. Pass55,012 miles (+7,613)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    55,012 miles
    Test number
    960480176285
    • NoteN/s/f track rod end worn
    • NoteO/s/f anti roll bar link worn

  25. Pass47,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    47,399 miles
    Test number
    681082465224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V685 EEX

Does V685 EEX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V685 EEX expired on 7 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V685 EEX?
The MOT on V685 EEX expired on 7 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V685 EEX done?
V685 EEX was recorded at 142,721 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2023, an average of 5,305 miles a year.
Has V685 EEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V685 EEX has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on V685 EEX 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 V685 EEX find?
V685 EEX passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2023 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front lower suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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