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Volvo V70

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,435 cc

V701 DDBMOT history

V701 DDB is a green petrol Volvo V70 first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 23 of 39 MOT tests, with 197,088 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
197,088 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
39
23 passed · 16 failed
Per year
4,869 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V701 DDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V701 DDB was last recorded at 197,088 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 May 2015: 21,821 miles, lower than 164,740 miles on 19 May 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
197,088 miles · 10 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,869 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 197,088 miles
  • 2025 – 193,309 miles
  • 2024 – 188,522 miles
  • 2023 – 187,522 miles
  • 2022 – 186,116 miles
  • 2021 – 184,569 miles
  • 2020 – 183,859 miles
  • 2019 – 183,831 miles
  • 2018 – 178,812 miles
  • 2017 – 178,784 miles
  • 2016 – 174,349 miles
  • 2015 – 172,236 miles
  • 2014 – 164,740 miles
  • 2013 – 156,006 miles
  • 2012 – 145,580 miles
  • 2011 – 138,198 miles
  • 2009 – 133,652 miles
  • 2008 – 118,806 miles
  • 2007 – 109,236 miles
  • 2006 – 100,380 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,088 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure6 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass197,088 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    197,088 miles
    Test number
    606558277138
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  2. Fail197,088 miles (+3,779)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,088 miles
    Test number
    557477971358
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  3. Pass193,309 miles (+4,359)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    193,309 miles
    Test number
    281001841320
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  4. Pass188,950 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2026
    Odometer
    188,950 miles
    Test number
    437592880730
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  5. Fail188,950 miles (+428)1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,950 miles
    Test number
    787617583710
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  6. Pass188,522 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    188,522 miles
    Test number
    812765051142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail188,522 miles (+1,000)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,522 miles
    Test number
    993896650016
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass187,522 miles (+1,406)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    187,522 miles
    Test number
    263609059318
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass186,116 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    186,116 miles
    Test number
    325731454112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  10. Fail186,116 miles (+1,547)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,116 miles
    Test number
    708112796050
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  11. Pass184,569 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    184,569 miles
    Test number
    953667621263
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Fail184,569 miles (+710)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,569 miles
    Test number
    449301186455
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Pass183,859 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    183,859 miles
    Test number
    162826441479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  14. Fail183,859 miles (+28)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,859 miles
    Test number
    379249928816
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  15. Pass183,831 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    183,831 miles
    Test number
    453408227346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  16. Fail183,831 miles (+5,019)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,831 miles
    Test number
    330251571991
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  17. Pass178,812 miles (+10)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    178,812 miles
    Test number
    164224270811
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play at the wheel
  18. Pass178,802 miles (+18)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    178,802 miles
    Test number
    334061314241
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced nearside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear most (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel
  19. Pass178,784 miles (+4,435)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    178,784 miles
    Test number
    644729424910
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  20. Pass174,349 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    174,349 miles
    Test number
    490931284059
    • DangerousPlay to steering rack not detectable @ steering wheel
  21. Fail174,349 miles (+2,113)1 dangerous6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,349 miles
    Test number
    686682021742
    • DangerousPlay to steering rack not detectable @ steering wheel
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  22. Pass172,236 miles (+150,415)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    172,236 miles
    Test number
    828789645137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteHead lamp beam images and light output only just meet minimum requirement
  23. Fail21,821 miles (-142,919)7 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,821 miles
    Test number
    885818145132
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteHead lamp beam images and light output only just meet minimum requirement
  24. Pass164,740 miles (+25)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    164,740 miles
    Test number
    526099834109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOff side front wing damaged indicator repeater barely visible
  25. Fail164,715 miles2 dangerous12 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,715 miles
    Test number
    907615334101
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOff side front wing damaged indicator repeater barely visible
  26. Fail164,715 miles (+8,709)11 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,715 miles
    Test number
    209275034161
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOffside front wing damaged, side repeater barely visible.
  27. Pass156,006 miles (+112)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    156,006 miles
    Test number
    165990043199
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
  28. Fail155,894 miles (+10,314)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,894 miles
    Test number
    597455233100
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
  29. Pass145,580 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    145,580 miles
    Test number
    218286132188
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
  30. Fail145,580 miles (+7,382)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,580 miles
    Test number
    839016932104
    • FailureCentre Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
  31. Pass138,198 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    138,198 miles
    Test number
    215734961459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCrack in o/s/r light lens
    • NoteN/s/f antiroll bar link dust cover is perished
    • NoteN/s/f seatbelt stalk button a bit stiff
    • NoteRear shockabsorber bushes starting to perish
  32. Fail138,198 miles (+4,546)5 failures3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,198 miles
    Test number
    536551661170
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCentre brake light inop
    • NoteCrack in o/s/r light lens
    • NoteN/s/f antiroll bar link dust cover is perished
    • NoteN/s/f seatbelt stalk button a bit stiff
    • NoteRear shockabsorber bushes starting to perish
    • NoteScrew in o/s/r tyre
  33. Pass133,652 miles (+13,461)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    133,652 miles
    Test number
    680976959346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass120,191 miles (+1,385)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    120,191 miles
    Test number
    454522009096
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack
  35. Pass118,806 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    118,806 miles
    Test number
    422942128473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail118,771 miles (+9,535)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,771 miles
    Test number
    173938618350
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  37. Pass109,236 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    109,236 miles
    Test number
    410950797219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  38. Fail109,230 miles (+8,850)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,230 miles
    Test number
    874069987277
    • FailureNearside Inner Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Inner Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  39. Pass100,380 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    100,380 miles
    Test number
    570384806382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about V701 DDB

Does V701 DDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V701 DDB is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V701 DDB?
The MOT on V701 DDB is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V701 DDB done?
V701 DDB was recorded at 197,088 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 4,869 miles a year.
Has V701 DDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V701 DDB has failed 16 of its 39 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V701 DDB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 May 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V701 DDB find?
V701 DDB passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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