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Volvo V70

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 2,435 cc

V70 FWGMOT history

V70 FWG is a red petrol Volvo V70 first used on 15 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Apr 2025 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 120,623 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2025.

V70 FWG red Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Apr 2025
Mileage
120,623 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,827 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V70 FWG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
15 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

V70 FWG was last recorded at 120,623 miles on 27 Mar 2025, 7,383 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,240 miles · 18 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
7,383 miles
Average per year
4,827 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,623 miles
  • 2024 – 113,240 miles
  • 2023 – 105,795 miles
  • 2022 – 95,238 miles
  • 2021 – 84,656 miles
  • 2020 – 83,268 miles
  • 2019 – 79,221 miles
  • 2018 – 74,634 miles
  • 2017 – 70,406 miles
  • 2016 – 65,019 miles
  • 2015 – 58,940 miles
  • 2013 – 57,720 miles
  • 2011 – 53,074 miles
  • 2010 – 48,907 miles
  • 2009 – 42,405 miles
  • 2008 – 38,621 miles
  • 2007 – 36,241 miles
  • 2006 – 31,106 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail120,623 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords *215/55/16 97V* (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn *WISHBONE REAR BUSH DE-BONDING* (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords *215/55/16 97V* (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  • MajorRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn *BOTH REAR ANTIROLL BAR "D" BUSHES WORN* (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • Advisory*E.M.L. ON DASH*
  • Advisory*GENERAL CORROSION ON REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS*
  • Advisory*TRACTION CONTROL SERVICE LIGHT ON DASH*
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing *CASING CORRODED* (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement *SWIVEL PIN BUSH WORN* (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement *WISHBONE FRONT BUSH WORN* (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing *CASING CORRODED* (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement *SWIVEL PIN BUSH WORN* (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive *FROM POWER STEERING RESERVOIR AREA* (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

What MOT failures 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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Both rear tyre valves perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Slight play in OS steering arm inner joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail120,623 miles (+7,383)6 major1 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,623 miles
    Test number
    573326751373
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords *215/55/16 97V* (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn *WISHBONE REAR BUSH DE-BONDING* (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords *215/55/16 97V* (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn *BOTH REAR ANTIROLL BAR "D" BUSHES WORN* (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • Advisory*E.M.L. ON DASH*
    • Advisory*GENERAL CORROSION ON REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS*
    • Advisory*TRACTION CONTROL SERVICE LIGHT ON DASH*
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing *CASING CORRODED* (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement *SWIVEL PIN BUSH WORN* (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement *WISHBONE FRONT BUSH WORN* (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing *CASING CORRODED* (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement *SWIVEL PIN BUSH WORN* (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive *FROM POWER STEERING RESERVOIR AREA* (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass113,240 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    113,240 miles
    Test number
    411166107221
    • AdvisoryParking brake requirers attention.
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail113,240 miles (+7,445)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,240 miles
    Test number
    249914088221
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryParking brake requirers attention.
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass105,795 miles (+211)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    105,795 miles
    Test number
    498692711344
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail105,584 miles (+10,346)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,584 miles
    Test number
    499242721963
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryE M L STAYING ON
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass95,238 miles (+10,582)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    95,238 miles
    Test number
    693231475295
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisorySmall chips in windscreen

  7. Pass84,656 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    84,656 miles
    Test number
    350782506792
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail84,656 miles (+1,388)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,656 miles
    Test number
    302810048307
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass83,268 miles (+4,047)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    83,268 miles
    Test number
    730881732689
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass79,221 miles (+4,587)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    79,221 miles
    Test number
    611786104110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass74,634 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    74,634 miles
    Test number
    531050636742
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre valves perished
    • AdvisorySlight play in OS steering arm inner joint

  12. Fail74,633 miles (+4,227)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,633 miles
    Test number
    135073060191
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre valves perished
    • AdvisorySlight play in OS steering arm inner joint

  13. Pass70,406 miles (+5,387)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    70,406 miles
    Test number
    284436370645
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slightly worn on outer edge

  14. Pass65,019 miles (+6,079)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    65,019 miles
    Test number
    614985609857
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass58,940 miles (+1,220)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    58,940 miles
    Test number
    536369795067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOffside front wiper blade slightly semary
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded & pitted

  16. Pass57,720 miles (+4,646)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    57,720 miles
    Test number
    965572173076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,074 miles (+4,167)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    53,074 miles
    Test number
    465084151390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,907 miles (+6,502)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    48,907 miles
    Test number
    272251850341
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass42,405 miles (+3,784)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    42,405 miles
    Test number
    173222649310
    • NoteRear tyres starting bto perish

  20. Pass38,621 miles (+2,380)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    38,621 miles
    Test number
    231747058364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,241 miles (+5,135)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    36,241 miles
    Test number
    791180757261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    31,106 miles
    Test number
    644662756275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V70 FWG

Does V70 FWG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V70 FWG expired on 26 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V70 FWG?
The MOT on V70 FWG expired on 26 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V70 FWG done?
V70 FWG was recorded at 120,623 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2025, an average of 4,827 miles a year.
Has V70 FWG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V70 FWG has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on V70 FWG 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 FWG find?
V70 FWG failed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2025 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 17 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside rear tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords *215/55/16 97v*; offside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn *wishbone rear bush de-bonding*, and 21 more.

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