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Volvo V70

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,435 cc

V708 GBHMOT history

V708 GBH is a silver petrol Volvo V70 first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 183,823 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Oct 2025
Mileage
183,823 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2024
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,981 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V708 GBH
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 expired on 31 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V708 GBH was last recorded at 183,823 miles on 1 Oct 2024, 5,160 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Oct 2015: 146,801 miles, lower than 148,086 miles on 28 Oct 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
178,663 miles · 18 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
5,160 miles
Average per year
4,981 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 183,823 miles
  • 2023 – 178,663 miles
  • 2022 – 173,072 miles
  • 2021 – 169,278 miles
  • 2020 – 166,370 miles
  • 2019 – 163,573 miles
  • 2018 – 160,188 miles
  • 2017 – 154,648 miles
  • 2016 – 151,508 miles
  • 2015 – 146,801 miles
  • 2014 – 148,086 miles
  • 2013 – 135,411 miles
  • 2012 – 121,719 miles
  • 2011 – 116,334 miles
  • 2010 – 113,756 miles
  • 2009 – 108,741 miles
  • 2008 – 104,789 miles
  • 2007 – 100,945 miles
  • 2006 – 94,422 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,823 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective low power (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective low power (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (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 Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 20 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,823 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    183,823 miles
    Test number
    232427989909
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective low power (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective low power (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail183,823 miles (+5,160)1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,823 miles
    Test number
    355632939630
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective low power (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective low power (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass178,663 miles (+5,591)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    178,663 miles
    Test number
    361479244581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass173,072 miles (+3,794)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    173,072 miles
    Test number
    500489891745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass169,278 miles (+2,908)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    169,278 miles
    Test number
    562152299045
    • 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))

  6. Pass166,370 miles (+2,797)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    166,370 miles
    Test number
    361813965170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass163,573 miles (+3,385)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    163,573 miles
    Test number
    839913968187
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper BOTH SIDES AXLE BUSH MOUNT CORRODED

  8. Pass160,188 miles (+5,540)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    160,188 miles
    Test number
    284327776527
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDE (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass154,648 miles (+3,140)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    154,648 miles
    Test number
    802728941742
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  10. Pass151,508 miles (+4,707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    151,508 miles
    Test number
    731503593637
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass146,801 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    146,801 miles
    Test number
    502069625218
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer track rod end slight wear

  12. Fail146,801 miles (-1,285)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,801 miles
    Test number
    656159053462
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer track rod end slight wear

  13. Pass148,086 miles (+12,675)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    148,086 miles
    Test number
    298531704379
    • NoteFont discs wearing thin and slight play in inner steering rackrod o/side

  14. Pass135,411 miles (+13,692)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    135,411 miles
    Test number
    336483603352
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass121,719 miles (+5,385)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    121,719 miles
    Test number
    308635102350
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres age cracked

  16. Pass116,334 miles (+51)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    116,334 miles
    Test number
    867225701323
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail116,283 miles (+2,527)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,283 miles
    Test number
    569421201387
    • FailureNearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass113,756 miles (+5,015)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    113,756 miles
    Test number
    394918490221
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass108,741 miles (+3,952)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    108,741 miles
    Test number
    604429089219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass104,789 miles (+3,844)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    104,789 miles
    Test number
    452442788273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass100,945 miles (+6,523)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    100,945 miles
    Test number
    321348097456
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass94,422 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    94,422 miles
    Test number
    254373696294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V708 GBH

Does V708 GBH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V708 GBH expired on 31 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V708 GBH?
The MOT on V708 GBH expired on 31 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V708 GBH done?
V708 GBH was recorded at 183,823 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2024, an average of 4,981 miles a year.
Has V708 GBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V708 GBH has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on V708 GBH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Oct 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V708 GBH find?
V708 GBH passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2024 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front headlamp reflector slightly defective low power; offside headlamp reflector slightly defective low power; nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 4 more.

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