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Volvo V70

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,435 cc

V78 GCEMOT history

V78 GCE is a green petrol Volvo V70 first used on 30 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Jul 2025 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 219,718 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Jul 2025
Mileage
219,718 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2024
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,285 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V78 GCE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V78 GCE was last recorded at 219,718 miles on 8 Jul 2024, 1,326 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
218,392 miles · 10 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
1,326 miles
Average per year
8,285 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 219,718 miles
  • 2023 – 218,392 miles
  • 2022 – 216,477 miles
  • 2021 – 214,198 miles
  • 2020 – 212,857 miles
  • 2019 – 211,196 miles
  • 2018 – 207,774 miles
  • 2017 – 203,242 miles
  • 2016 – 198,897 miles
  • 2015 – 193,897 miles
  • 2014 – 185,285 miles
  • 2013 – 178,782 miles
  • 2012 – 171,529 miles
  • 2011 – 166,457 miles
  • 2010 – 155,070 miles
  • 2009 – 136,480 miles
  • 2008 – 118,178 miles
  • 2007 – 99,550 miles
  • 2006 – 80,376 miles
  • 2005 – 62,634 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass219,718 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryExhuast centre section corroded
  • AdvisoryOsf floor pan corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear suspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear underbody corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

30 tests since 23 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass219,718 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    219,718 miles
    Test number
    344628609134
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhuast centre section corroded
    • AdvisoryOsf floor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRear underbody corroded

  2. Fail219,718 miles (+1,326)1 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,718 miles
    Test number
    151401870744
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhuast centre section corroded
    • AdvisoryOsf floor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRear underbody corroded

  3. Pass218,392 miles (+1,915)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    218,392 miles
    Test number
    223445446998
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNsf lower ball joint dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOsf floor pan corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRear underbody corroded

  4. Pass216,477 miles (+2,279)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    216,477 miles
    Test number
    394320821271
    • AdvisoryOsf floor plan corroded underbody corroded

  5. Pass214,198 miles (+1,341)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    214,198 miles
    Test number
    420621530315
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension bushes perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bumper mounting bracket slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass212,857 miles (+1,661)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    212,857 miles
    Test number
    663838549048
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight leak on middle box and rust scaled (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. not locking (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush perished rubber (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush perished rubber (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass211,196 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    211,196 miles
    Test number
    270010126917
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2.2MM 195/60R15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2.3MM 195/60R15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail211,196 miles (+3,422)1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,196 miles
    Test number
    449378728718
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2.2MM 195/60R15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2.3MM 195/60R15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass207,774 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    207,774 miles
    Test number
    527524553848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail207,758 miles (+4,516)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,758 miles
    Test number
    187848630216
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass203,242 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    203,242 miles
    Test number
    280997940606
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working.

  12. Fail203,242 miles (+4,345)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,242 miles
    Test number
    717791820688
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working.

  13. Pass198,897 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    198,897 miles
    Test number
    516226956736
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 coil springs corroded

  14. Fail198,897 miles (+5,000)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,897 miles
    Test number
    777420625723
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 coil springs corroded

  15. Pass193,897 miles (+8,612)10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    193,897 miles
    Test number
    899478995130
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  16. Pass185,285 miles (+6,503)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    185,285 miles
    Test number
    966016694148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass178,782 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    178,782 miles
    Test number
    126379493163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Fail178,782 miles (+7,253)2 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,782 miles
    Test number
    985039393140
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside front steering arm has play in relative fixings

  19. Pass171,529 miles (+5,072)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    171,529 miles
    Test number
    509631902250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NotePlay in n/s steering arm

  20. Pass166,457 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    166,457 miles
    Test number
    499649691117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NotePlay in n/s steering arm

  21. Fail166,457 miles (+11,387)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,457 miles
    Test number
    645569391110
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NotePlay in n/s steering arm

  22. Pass155,070 miles (+18,590)10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    155,070 miles
    Test number
    243796890185
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside front steering arm has play in its fixing point

  23. Pass136,480 miles (+18,302)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    136,480 miles
    Test number
    103149499167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSlight play in n/s steering arm

  24. Pass118,178 miles (+18,628)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    118,178 miles
    Test number
    884751708200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail99,550 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,550 miles
    Test number
    873152407203
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass99,550 miles (+19,174)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    99,550 miles
    Test number
    910152007285
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass80,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    80,376 miles
    Test number
    452552206214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail80,376 miles (+17,742)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,376 miles
    Test number
    881752006210
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  29. Pass62,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    62,634 miles
    Test number
    940624305252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail62,634 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,634 miles
    Test number
    701604205225
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Questions about V78 GCE

Does V78 GCE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V78 GCE expired on 15 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V78 GCE?
The MOT on V78 GCE expired on 15 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V78 GCE done?
V78 GCE was recorded at 219,718 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2024, an average of 8,285 miles a year.
Has V78 GCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V78 GCE has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on V78 GCE 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 V78 GCE find?
V78 GCE passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2024 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 8 more.

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