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Volvo V70

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,435 cc

V703 FGAMOT history

V703 FGA is a silver petrol Volvo V70 first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 148,983 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2027
Mileage
148,983 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,469 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V703 FGA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V703 FGA was last recorded at 148,983 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 3,105 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Oct 2013: 92,005 miles, lower than 92,142 miles on 4 Oct 2012.

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
145,878 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,105 miles
Average per year
4,469 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,983 miles
  • 2025 – 145,878 miles
  • 2024 – 143,571 miles
  • 2023 – 141,277 miles
  • 2022 – 137,900 miles
  • 2021 – 133,584 miles
  • 2020 – 127,006 miles
  • 2019 – 122,979 miles
  • 2018 – 119,230 miles
  • 2017 – 115,131 miles
  • 2016 – 111,200 miles
  • 2015 – 105,967 miles
  • 2014 – 101,214 miles
  • 2013 – 92,005 miles
  • 2012 – 92,142 miles
  • 2011 – 87,295 miles
  • 2010 – 81,966 miles
  • 2009 – 76,769 miles
  • 2008 – 69,698 miles
  • 2007 – 63,514 miles
  • 2006 – 59,105 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,983 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Both rear brake ferrals corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front shocks corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front springs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nsr brake pipe holder corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear antiroll bar corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,983 miles (+3,105)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    148,983 miles
    Test number
    661650838623
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass145,878 miles (+2,307)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    145,878 miles
    Test number
    579028026704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass143,571 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    143,571 miles
    Test number
    453657642534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail143,564 miles (+2,287)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,564 miles
    Test number
    467737145307
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass141,277 miles (+60)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    141,277 miles
    Test number
    983893082200
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail141,217 miles (+3,317)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,217 miles
    Test number
    603089589767
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened axle mounting bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also corroded (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass137,900 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    137,900 miles
    Test number
    439726635900
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake ferrals corroded
    • AdvisoryFront shocks corroded
    • AdvisoryFront springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNsr brake pipe holder corroded
    • AdvisoryRear antiroll bar corroded
    • AdvisoryRear springs corroded

  8. Fail137,899 miles (+4,315)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,899 miles
    Test number
    578541882338
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake ferrals corroded
    • AdvisoryFront shocks corroded
    • AdvisoryFront springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNsr brake pipe holder corroded
    • AdvisoryRear antiroll bar corroded
    • AdvisoryRear springs corroded

  9. Pass133,584 miles (+6,578)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    133,584 miles
    Test number
    506246791693
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded x 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  10. Pass127,006 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    127,006 miles
    Test number
    260158100621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail127,006 miles (+4,027)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,006 miles
    Test number
    343085665295
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  12. Pass122,979 miles (+189)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    122,979 miles
    Test number
    995685199171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail122,790 miles (+3,560)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,790 miles
    Test number
    256618116406
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded

  14. Pass119,230 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    119,230 miles
    Test number
    671633005256
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail119,220 miles (+4,089)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,220 miles
    Test number
    912845546817
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass115,131 miles (+3,931)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    115,131 miles
    Test number
    119009220332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass111,200 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    111,200 miles
    Test number
    835111450862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail111,145 miles (+5,178)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,145 miles
    Test number
    116031240792
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.8.B.1)

  19. Pass105,967 miles (+4,753)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    105,967 miles
    Test number
    647510913510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass101,214 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    101,214 miles
    Test number
    327182864270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail101,189 miles (+9,184)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,189 miles
    Test number
    428035554246
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass92,005 miles (-137)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    92,005 miles
    Test number
    999958583201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass92,142 miles (+4,847)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    92,142 miles
    Test number
    368028372296
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass87,295 miles (+5,329)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    87,295 miles
    Test number
    306578471467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass81,966 miles (+5,197)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    81,966 miles
    Test number
    373426450260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass76,769 miles (+7,071)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    76,769 miles
    Test number
    473075979234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  27. Fail69,698 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,698 miles
    Test number
    280240068275
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  28. Pass69,698 miles (+6,184)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    69,698 miles
    Test number
    741180568295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass63,514 miles (+4,409)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    63,514 miles
    Test number
    263620457252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass59,105 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    59,105 miles
    Test number
    174254756254
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about V703 FGA

Does V703 FGA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V703 FGA is valid until 3 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on V703 FGA?
The MOT on V703 FGA is valid until 3 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V703 FGA done?
V703 FGA was recorded at 148,983 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 4,469 miles a year.
Has V703 FGA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V703 FGA has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on V703 FGA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Oct 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V703 FGA find?
V703 FGA passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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