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Volvo V70

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

V71 ETAMOT history

V71 ETA is a green diesel Volvo V70 first used on 8 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 196,747 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Oct 2027
Mileage
196,747 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,989 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V71 ETA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V71 ETA was last recorded at 196,747 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 3,052 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,695 miles · 18 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,052 miles
Average per year
6,989 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 196,747 miles
  • 2025 – 193,695 miles
  • 2024 – 190,892 miles
  • 2023 – 187,729 miles
  • 2022 – 184,608 miles
  • 2021 – 179,527 miles
  • 2020 – 175,080 miles
  • 2019 – 169,706 miles
  • 2018 – 163,440 miles
  • 2017 – 153,462 miles
  • 2016 – 144,508 miles
  • 2015 – 138,433 miles
  • 2014 – 131,203 miles
  • 2013 – 124,950 miles
  • 2012 – 116,609 miles
  • 2011 – 107,853 miles
  • 2010 – 101,973 miles
  • 2009 – 90,488 miles
  • 2008 – 78,924 miles
  • 2007 – 67,095 miles
  • 2006 – 57,141 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,747 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine MIL showingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides wearing on outer edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryHeadlight reflectors dull
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass196,747 miles (+3,052)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    196,747 miles
    Test number
    866233131081
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL showing
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides wearing on outer edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlight reflectors dull
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass193,695 miles (+2,803)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    193,695 miles
    Test number
    760450659725
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass190,892 miles (+3,163)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    190,892 miles
    Test number
    329230959482
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL showing
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective brackets rusted away from pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper mounting brackets corroded and holed
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass187,729 miles (+3,121)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    187,729 miles
    Test number
    586121380231
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged glass loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass184,608 miles (+5,081)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    184,608 miles
    Test number
    436843439732
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass179,527 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    179,527 miles
    Test number
    757822745762
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail179,527 miles (+4,447)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,527 miles
    Test number
    978218554526
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass175,080 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    175,080 miles
    Test number
    798365538897
    • AdvisoryBoth handbrake cable outer sleeves split in two
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Fail175,079 miles (+5,373)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,079 miles
    Test number
    634071872343
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam light comes on and off (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth handbrake cable outer sleeves split in two
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Pass169,706 miles (+6,266)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    169,706 miles
    Test number
    459256320176
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass163,440 miles (+9,978)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    163,440 miles
    Test number
    637616337181
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated perished and splitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount corroded and snapped but system still adequately supported

  12. Pass153,462 miles (+115)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    153,462 miles
    Test number
    345182697179
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit smooth inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering lock stop on lower arm slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit smooth inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner tie rod

  13. Fail153,347 miles (+8,839)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,347 miles
    Test number
    478081993821
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick lower on nearside (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit smooth inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering lock stop on lower arm slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit smooth inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner tie rod

  14. Pass144,508 miles (+6,075)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    144,508 miles
    Test number
    791022954690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass138,433 miles (+7,230)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    138,433 miles
    Test number
    681885090074
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside front steering lock stop cover slightly loose

  16. Pass131,203 miles (+6,253)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    131,203 miles
    Test number
    266460164223
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside steering lock stop poor
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass124,950 miles (+34)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    124,950 miles
    Test number
    645462563236
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  18. Fail124,916 miles (+8,307)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,916 miles
    Test number
    175621363295
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Steering lock stop loose (2.2.D.2c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  19. Pass116,609 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    116,609 miles
    Test number
    317735762469
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing unevenly

  20. Fail116,609 miles (+8,756)6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,609 miles
    Test number
    355114662272
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Steering lock stop loose (2.2.D.2c)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing unevenly

  21. Pass107,853 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    107,853 miles
    Test number
    739042341225
    • NoteBoth front bottom arms inner bushes starting to pull away
    • NoteBoth rack boots perished
    • NoteN/s/r tyre on 2mm

  22. Fail107,853 miles (+5,880)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,853 miles
    Test number
    359619421473
    • FailureFront Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth front bottom arms inner bushes starting to pull away
    • NoteBoth rack boots perished
    • NoteN/s/r tyre on 2mm

  23. Pass101,973 miles (+11,485)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    101,973 miles
    Test number
    794593250282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass90,488 miles (+11,564)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    90,488 miles
    Test number
    421564379278
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass78,924 miles (+11,829)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    78,924 miles
    Test number
    751872688260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass67,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    67,095 miles
    Test number
    333951677471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail67,095 miles (+9,954)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,095 miles
    Test number
    403171177225
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  28. Pass57,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    57,141 miles
    Test number
    740964086271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V71 ETA

Does V71 ETA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V71 ETA is valid until 10 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V71 ETA?
The MOT on V71 ETA is valid until 10 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V71 ETA done?
V71 ETA was recorded at 196,747 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 6,989 miles a year.
Has V71 ETA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V71 ETA has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on V71 ETA 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 V71 ETA find?
V71 ETA passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: engine mil showing; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides wearing on outer edges of tread; headlight reflectors dull, and 2 more.

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