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Volvo V70

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

V79 EKSMOT history

V79 EKS is a silver diesel Volvo V70 first used on 19 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Nov 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 226,104 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Nov 2023
Mileage
226,104 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,127 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V79 EKS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

V79 EKS was last recorded at 226,104 miles on 20 Oct 2023, 2,976 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
223,128 miles · 29 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
2,976 miles
Average per year
7,127 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 226,104 miles
  • 2022 – 223,128 miles
  • 2021 – 221,676 miles
  • 2020 – 220,164 miles
  • 2019 – 213,834 miles
  • 2018 – 212,351 miles
  • 2017 – 208,134 miles
  • 2015 – 196,608 miles
  • 2014 – 185,117 miles
  • 2013 – 175,173 miles
  • 2012 – 163,841 miles
  • 2011 – 157,365 miles
  • 2010 – 148,118 miles
  • 2009 – 139,445 miles
  • 2008 – 126,704 miles
  • 2007 – 115,594 miles
  • 2006 – 104,645 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail226,104 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Cords fully exposed. (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting fractured Excessively corroded. (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting fractured Excessively corroded. (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 47% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryEML light on indicating a fault.
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryUnderside of body very corroded and showing signs of weakening.

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail226,104 miles (+2,976)3 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,104 miles
    Test number
    250705849787
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Cords fully exposed. (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting fractured Excessively corroded. (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting fractured Excessively corroded. (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 47% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryEML light on indicating a fault.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of body very corroded and showing signs of weakening.

  2. Pass223,128 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    223,128 miles
    Test number
    761503928191
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on dash

  3. Fail223,118 miles (+1,442)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,118 miles
    Test number
    342820445598
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass221,676 miles (+1,512)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    221,676 miles
    Test number
    820031420220
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp brightness slightly reduced
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass220,164 miles (+6,330)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    220,164 miles
    Test number
    306211173615
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass213,834 miles (+1,483)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    213,834 miles
    Test number
    486365281500
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass212,351 miles (+4,217)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    212,351 miles
    Test number
    402061301212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass208,134 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    208,134 miles
    Test number
    920339257862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail208,134 miles (+11,526)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,134 miles
    Test number
    432266953921
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  10. Pass196,608 miles (+11,491)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    196,608 miles
    Test number
    152961771551
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  11. Pass185,117 miles (+9,944)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    185,117 miles
    Test number
    377884174283
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass175,173 miles (+11,332)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    175,173 miles
    Test number
    527527863249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass163,841 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    163,841 miles
    Test number
    345432482292
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside headlight pattern poor

  14. Fail163,841 miles (+6,476)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,841 miles
    Test number
    347032882414
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside headlight pattern poor

  15. Pass157,365 miles (+9,247)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    157,365 miles
    Test number
    898975481265
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  16. Pass148,118 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    148,118 miles
    Test number
    422106860281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  17. Fail148,118 miles (+8,673)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,118 miles
    Test number
    790146960277
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  18. Pass139,445 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    139,445 miles
    Test number
    650960209357
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  19. Fail139,445 miles (+12,741)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,445 miles
    Test number
    422669899269
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  20. Pass126,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    126,704 miles
    Test number
    622110998260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail126,704 miles (+11,110)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,704 miles
    Test number
    403070598206
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail115,594 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,594 miles
    Test number
    240957997273
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  23. Pass115,594 miles (+10,949)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    115,594 miles
    Test number
    951817997235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass104,645 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    104,645 miles
    Test number
    402817576260
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Questions about V79 EKS

Does V79 EKS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V79 EKS expired on 28 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V79 EKS?
The MOT on V79 EKS expired on 28 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V79 EKS done?
V79 EKS was recorded at 226,104 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2023, an average of 7,127 miles a year.
Has V79 EKS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V79 EKS has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on V79 EKS 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 V79 EKS find?
V79 EKS failed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2023 with 3 dangerous defects, 6 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front inner tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cords fully exposed.; nearside rear sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting fractured excessively corroded.; offside rear sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting fractured excessively corroded., and 9 more.

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