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Volvo C70

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,435 cc

V76 MOFMOT history

V76 MOF is a red petrol Volvo C70 first used on 15 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 164,405 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Feb 2023
Mileage
164,405 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,169 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V76 MOF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
C70
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V76 MOF was last recorded at 164,405 miles on 2 Feb 2022, 225 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,180 miles · 29 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
225 miles
Average per year
4,169 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 164,405 miles
  • 2020 – 164,180 miles
  • 2019 – 162,990 miles
  • 2018 – 158,415 miles
  • 2017 – 157,866 miles
  • 2016 – 156,700 miles
  • 2015 – 153,510 miles
  • 2014 – 143,553 miles
  • 2013 – 138,200 miles
  • 2012 – 133,633 miles
  • 2011 – 118,439 miles
  • 2009 – 114,120 miles
  • 2008 – 109,400 miles
  • 2007 – 104,612 miles
  • 2006 – 99,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,405 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front (2.1.3 (g) (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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,405 miles (+225)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    164,405 miles
    Test number
    592423609417
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  2. Pass164,180 miles (+1,190)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    164,180 miles
    Test number
    771206052086
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Pass162,990 miles (+4,575)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    162,990 miles
    Test number
    166335412346
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass158,415 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    158,415 miles
    Test number
    904008819560
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Fail158,415 miles (+549)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,415 miles
    Test number
    131539689708
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass157,866 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    157,866 miles
    Test number
    941870782332
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  7. Fail157,866 miles (+1,166)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,866 miles
    Test number
    345884485566
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  8. Pass156,700 miles (+3,190)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    156,700 miles
    Test number
    605739666596
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded BOTH (2.4.C.1b)

  9. Pass153,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    153,510 miles
    Test number
    336561021632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    529120918043
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

  11. Pass143,553 miles (+5,353)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    143,553 miles
    Test number
    845441124328
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass138,200 miles7 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    138,200 miles
    Test number
    248079613316
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteBoth headlamp cut offs are barely discernable
    • NoteDrivers front brake disc shield corroded
    • NoteEml on
    • NoteNone isofix child seat fitted to passenger rear
    • NoteNone standard exhaust components fitted
    • NoteService due lamp on

  13. Fail138,200 miles (+4,567)6 failures5 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,200 miles
    Test number
    818759613341
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteBoth headlamp cut offs are barely discernable
    • NoteDrivers front brake disc shield corroded
    • NoteEml on
    • NoteNone isofix child seat fitted to passenger rear
    • NoteNone standard exhaust components fitted
    • NoteService due lamp on

  14. Pass133,633 miles (+8,281)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    133,633 miles
    Test number
    526472832322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass125,352 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    125,352 miles
    Test number
    305117522077
    • NoteBOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY WORN AND CORRODED LEAVING A LIP ON DISCS
    • NoteBOTH REAR BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY WORN AND CORRODED

  16. Fail125,352 miles (+6,913)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,352 miles
    Test number
    629397922032
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteBOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY WORN AND CORRODED LEAVING A LIP ON DISCS
    • NoteBOTH REAR BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY WORN AND CORRODED

  17. Pass118,439 miles (+4,319)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    118,439 miles
    Test number
    159152431090
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront discs slighty worn

  18. Pass114,120 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    114,120 miles
    Test number
    530623049307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail114,119 miles (+4,719)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,119 miles
    Test number
    702592949384
    • FailureNearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass109,400 miles (+4,788)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    109,400 miles
    Test number
    380145048313
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass104,612 miles (+4,858)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    104,612 miles
    Test number
    472906547486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass99,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    99,754 miles
    Test number
    451499546483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail99,754 miles (+697)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,754 miles
    Test number
    273359246348
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  24. Pass99,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    99,057 miles
    Test number
    781952456113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V76 MOF

Does V76 MOF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V76 MOF expired on 1 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V76 MOF?
The MOT on V76 MOF expired on 1 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V76 MOF done?
V76 MOF was recorded at 164,405 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2022, an average of 4,169 miles a year.
Has V76 MOF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V76 MOF has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Dec 2018.
Has the mileage on V76 MOF 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 V76 MOF find?
V76 MOF passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2022 with 2 minor defects: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front.

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