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Volvo V70

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,435 cc

V717 DFGMOT history

V717 DFG is a blue petrol Volvo V70 first used on 30 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 164,728 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Oct 2026
Mileage
164,728 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2025
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,593 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V717 DFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V717 DFG was last recorded at 164,728 miles on 20 Oct 2025, 3,329 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,399 miles · 2 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,329 miles
Average per year
5,593 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 164,728 miles
  • 2024 – 161,399 miles
  • 2023 – 160,505 miles
  • 2022 – 159,943 miles
  • 2021 – 158,924 miles
  • 2020 – 157,905 miles
  • 2019 – 156,778 miles
  • 2018 – 154,877 miles
  • 2017 – 153,210 miles
  • 2016 – 151,998 miles
  • 2015 – 149,612 miles
  • 2014 – 144,136 miles
  • 2013 – 126,284 miles
  • 2012 – 109,347 miles
  • 2010 – 98,919 miles
  • 2009 – 88,848 miles
  • 2008 – 79,317 miles
  • 2007 – 70,777 miles
  • 2006 – 54,014 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,728 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (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 Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Spring/top mount noisy

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Engine management warning light on

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 3 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,728 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    164,728 miles
    Test number
    906626800142
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail164,728 miles (+3,329)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,728 miles
    Test number
    892419692482
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass161,399 miles (+894)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    161,399 miles
    Test number
    567624951144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass160,505 miles (+562)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    160,505 miles
    Test number
    885966077347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm, front bush, slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass159,943 miles (+1,019)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    159,943 miles
    Test number
    777681159151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Top mount/spring noisy
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass158,924 miles (+1,019)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    158,924 miles
    Test number
    123812833986
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (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 Spring/top mount noisy
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass157,905 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    157,905 miles
    Test number
    417777150593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Spring/top mount noisy
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail157,901 miles (+1,123)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,901 miles
    Test number
    281338345106
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Spring/top mount noisy
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass156,778 miles (+1,901)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    156,778 miles
    Test number
    864788313204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Top mount/spring slightly noisy
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass154,877 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    154,877 miles
    Test number
    919270386173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  11. Fail154,873 miles (+1,663)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,873 miles
    Test number
    563346165944
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened Sub-frame mounting bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Sub-frame mounting bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass153,210 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    153,210 miles
    Test number
    509620711753
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryEml on

  13. Fail153,200 miles (+1,202)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,200 miles
    Test number
    740363923290
    • FailureBrake hose ferrule excessively corroded all three rear hoses (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryEngine management warning light on
    • AdvisoryUnable too check fuel cap

  14. Pass151,998 miles (+2,386)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    151,998 miles
    Test number
    603606325371
    • AdvisoryEngine management warning light on

  15. Pass149,612 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    149,612 miles
    Test number
    242781511199
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryEngine management warning light on

  16. Fail149,612 miles (+5,476)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,612 miles
    Test number
    808592998246
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryEngine management warning light on

  17. Pass144,136 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    144,136 miles
    Test number
    819786764260
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteEngine management warning light on
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust hanger broken

  18. Fail144,136 miles (+6,225)2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,136 miles
    Test number
    246166664298
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteEngine management warning light on
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust hanger broken

  19. Pass137,911 miles (+11,627)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    137,911 miles
    Test number
    158092024067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOffside front and both rear tyres wearing low

  20. Pass126,284 miles (+16,937)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    126,284 miles
    Test number
    796312623067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Pass109,347 miles (+10,428)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    109,347 miles
    Test number
    116053322485
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing low
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade split

  22. Pass98,919 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    98,919 miles
    Test number
    371444650334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail98,843 miles (+9,995)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,843 miles
    Test number
    764258440338
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass88,848 miles (+207)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    88,848 miles
    Test number
    333743349368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail88,641 miles (+9,324)1 dangerous2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,641 miles
    Test number
    614897839317
    • DangerousNearside Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteLeft mirror glass badly broken
    • NoteLeft rear tyre perishing and slightly lumpy

  26. Pass79,317 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    79,317 miles
    Test number
    883638958309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail79,276 miles (+8,499)8 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,276 miles
    Test number
    234163758311
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine fault code light on
    • NoteWear in righthand end of steering rack

  28. Pass70,777 miles (+8,374)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    70,777 miles
    Test number
    770103057390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass62,403 miles (+8,389)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    62,403 miles
    Test number
    932693407030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail54,014 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,014 miles
    Test number
    182843406451
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNear side wing mirror broken

  31. Pass54,014 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    54,014 miles
    Test number
    241973506063
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNear side wing mirror broken

Questions about V717 DFG

Does V717 DFG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V717 DFG expired on 24 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V717 DFG?
The MOT on V717 DFG expired on 24 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V717 DFG done?
V717 DFG was recorded at 164,728 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2025, an average of 5,593 miles a year.
Has V717 DFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V717 DFG has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on V717 DFG 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 V717 DFG find?
V717 DFG passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 1 more.

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