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Volvo V70

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,319 cc

V7 OBVMOT history

V7 OBV is a blue petrol Volvo V70 first used on 29 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 May 2024 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 217,693 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2023.

V7 OBV blue Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 May 2024
Mileage
217,693 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2023
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,908 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 OBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,319 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 May 2024
Latest MOT test
13 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 OBV was last recorded at 217,693 miles on 13 May 2023, 3,214 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2015.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Jul 2008: 122,108 miles, lower than 138,804 miles on 11 Jun 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
214,479 miles · 16 Jul 2015
Between the last two tests
3,214 miles
Average per year
5,908 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 217,693 miles
  • 2015 – 214,479 miles
  • 2014 – 206,793 miles
  • 2013 – 197,832 miles
  • 2012 – 183,369 miles
  • 2011 – 167,672 miles
  • 2010 – 153,136 miles
  • 2009 – 141,943 miles
  • 2008 – 122,161 miles
  • 2007 – 138,804 miles
  • 2006 – 116,361 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass217,693 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn (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.

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

16 tests since 18 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass217,693 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2024
    Odometer
    217,693 miles
    Test number
    836479049800
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail217,693 miles (+3,214)2 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,693 miles
    Test number
    252082815649
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass214,479 miles (+7,686)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    214,479 miles
    Test number
    665087195157
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  4. Pass206,793 miles (+8,961)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    206,793 miles
    Test number
    215918494403
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  5. Pass197,832 miles (+14,463)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    197,832 miles
    Test number
    686745983176
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  6. Pass183,369 miles (+15,697)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    183,369 miles
    Test number
    409705192162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass167,672 miles (+856)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    167,672 miles
    Test number
    975416891107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  8. Fail166,816 miles (+13,680)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,816 miles
    Test number
    435565661153
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass153,136 miles (+11,193)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    153,136 miles
    Test number
    211244990147
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail141,943 miles3 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,943 miles
    Test number
    780577599117
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteRear exhaust bracket broken
    • NoteSlight wear rear anti roll bar bushes
    • NoteSmall stone chip windscreen

  11. Pass141,943 miles (+19,782)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    141,943 miles
    Test number
    801407599171
    • NoteRear exhaust bracket broken
    • NoteSlight wear rear anti roll bar bushes
    • NoteSmall stone chip windscreen

  12. Pass122,161 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    122,161 miles
    Test number
    922009998147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail122,108 miles (-16,696)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,108 miles
    Test number
    454351298126
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front brake hoses slightly perished
    • NoteNearside rear wheel slightly damaged on inner rim

  14. Pass138,804 miles (+68)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    138,804 miles
    Test number
    280022367413
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside rear tyre damaged at outer side wall

  15. Fail138,736 miles (+22,375)3 dangerous4 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,736 miles
    Test number
    214480757428
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside rear tyre damaged at outer sidewall

  16. Pass116,361 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    116,361 miles
    Test number
    500157176024
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteMetal object in near side rear tyres tread
    • NoteNear side rear tyre cut

Questions about V7 OBV

Does V7 OBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V7 OBV expired on 12 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V7 OBV?
The MOT on V7 OBV expired on 12 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V7 OBV done?
V7 OBV was recorded at 217,693 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2023, an average of 5,908 miles a year.
Has V7 OBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 OBV has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2023.
Has the mileage on V7 OBV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Jul 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V7 OBV find?
V7 OBV passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2023 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 6 more.

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