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Volvo V70

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,435 cc

V70 COSMOT history

V70 COS is a blue petrol Volvo V70 first used on 31 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 166,819 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

V70 COS blue Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
166,819 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,423 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V70 COS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V70 COS was last recorded at 166,819 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 1,185 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,634 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,185 miles
Average per year
6,423 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,819 miles
  • 2025 – 165,634 miles
  • 2024 – 163,533 miles
  • 2023 – 161,568 miles
  • 2022 – 158,159 miles
  • 2021 – 153,728 miles
  • 2020 – 151,263 miles
  • 2019 – 146,359 miles
  • 2018 – 141,565 miles
  • 2017 – 135,009 miles
  • 2016 – 127,895 miles
  • 2015 – 120,460 miles
  • 2014 – 114,020 miles
  • 2013 – 106,818 miles
  • 2012 – 99,186 miles
  • 2011 – 88,683 miles
  • 2010 – 77,660 miles
  • 2009 – 67,239 miles
  • 2008 – 57,229 miles
  • 2007 – 46,846 miles
  • 2006 – 36,841 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,819 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT TIE BAR FRONT BUSH

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT TIE BAR FRONT BUSH

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

Full MOT history

33 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,819 miles (+1,185)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    166,819 miles
    Test number
    891058562501
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Pass165,634 miles (+2,101)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    165,634 miles
    Test number
    880572991676
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE OIL LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement INNER REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass163,533 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    163,533 miles
    Test number
    722974740974
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Fog lamps inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Position lamp dull
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Play detected at road wheel
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has some travel
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail163,531 miles (+1,963)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,531 miles
    Test number
    169847065035
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Fog lamps inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Position lamp dull
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Play detected at road wheel
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has some travel
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass161,568 miles (+43)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    161,568 miles
    Test number
    273470653373
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE OIL LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail161,525 miles (+3,366)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,525 miles
    Test number
    743065295719
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction ENGINE MIL LIGHT ON (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn FRONT TIE BAR FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases EXHAUST BOX & REAR SYSTEM CORRODED (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Oil leaking excessively from engine ENGINE OIL LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened WORN (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened WORN (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT TIE BAR FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass158,159 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    158,159 miles
    Test number
    314985315799
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE OIL LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT TIE BAR FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT TIE BAR FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail158,159 miles (+4,431)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,159 miles
    Test number
    496793149950
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction MIL LIGHT ON (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE OIL LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT TIE BAR FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT TIE BAR FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass153,728 miles (+2,465)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    153,728 miles
    Test number
    169748823905
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Oil leak, but not excessive OIL LEAK FROM ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OUTER TIE BAR FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OUTER TIE BAR FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass151,263 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2021
    Odometer
    151,263 miles
    Test number
    117181370186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT TIE BAR FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive OF ENGINE & GEAR BOX SLIGHT OIL LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT TIE BAR FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail151,262 miles (+4,903)1 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,262 miles
    Test number
    466625157189
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction EML LIGHT ON INDICATES A MALFUNCTION (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT TIE BAR FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive OF ENGINE & GEAR BOX SLIGHT OIL LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT TIE BAR FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass146,359 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    146,359 miles
    Test number
    110934561826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail146,358 miles (+4,793)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,358 miles
    Test number
    424161583291
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  14. Pass141,565 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    141,565 miles
    Test number
    631996076533
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Fail141,560 miles (+6,551)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,560 miles
    Test number
    943971258826
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass135,009 miles (+7,114)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    135,009 miles
    Test number
    836485535195
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner track rod end (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass127,895 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    127,895 miles
    Test number
    718289527643
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Fail127,895 miles (+7,435)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,895 miles
    Test number
    650419068023
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass120,460 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    120,460 miles
    Test number
    408169575072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail120,455 miles (+6,435)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,455 miles
    Test number
    578136675046
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  21. Fail114,020 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,020 miles
    Test number
    799892894036
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  22. Pass114,020 miles (+7,202)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    114,020 miles
    Test number
    908682394027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass106,818 miles (+7,632)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    106,818 miles
    Test number
    215741483041
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  24. Pass99,186 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    99,186 miles
    Test number
    557656172055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail99,186 miles (+10,503)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,186 miles
    Test number
    928006472046
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  26. Pass88,683 miles (+11,023)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    88,683 miles
    Test number
    155616571050
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass77,660 miles (+10,421)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    77,660 miles
    Test number
    622651770024
    • 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)

  28. Pass67,239 miles (+10,010)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    67,239 miles
    Test number
    444495379047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass57,229 miles (+10,383)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    57,229 miles
    Test number
    590268718057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass46,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    46,846 miles
    Test number
    154032717022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail46,846 miles (+10,005)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,846 miles
    Test number
    301862017040
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  32. Pass36,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    36,841 miles
    Test number
    613218116012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail36,841 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,841 miles
    Test number
    203898216072
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Questions about V70 COS

Does V70 COS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V70 COS is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V70 COS?
The MOT on V70 COS is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V70 COS done?
V70 COS was recorded at 166,819 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 6,423 miles a year.
Has V70 COS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V70 COS has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on V70 COS 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 V70 COS find?
V70 COS passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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