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Volvo V70

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 2,435 cc

X742 BAAMOT history

X742 BAA is a silver petrol Volvo V70 first used on 28 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 193,252 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

X742 BAA silver Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2027
Mileage
193,252 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,993 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X742 BAA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X742 BAA was last recorded at 193,252 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 1,554 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,698 miles · 31 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,554 miles
Average per year
2,993 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 193,252 miles
  • 2025 – 191,698 miles
  • 2024 – 190,164 miles
  • 2023 – 187,775 miles
  • 2022 – 184,079 miles
  • 2021 – 181,230 miles
  • 2020 – 179,356 miles
  • 2019 – 177,071 miles
  • 2018 – 172,970 miles
  • 2017 – 170,190 miles
  • 2016 – 166,288 miles
  • 2015 – 162,571 miles
  • 2014 – 159,042 miles
  • 2013 – 157,361 miles
  • 2012 – 154,223 miles
  • 2011 – 152,753 miles
  • 2010 – 150,523 miles
  • 2009 – 147,730 miles
  • 2008 – 142,537 miles
  • 2007 – 138,069 miles
  • 2006 – 133,233 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,252 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 14 MOTs since 2017
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Coil spring corroded all

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass193,252 miles (+1,554)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    193,252 miles
    Test number
    126965296734
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass191,698 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    191,698 miles
    Test number
    777659527649
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntermittent fault central locking

  3. Fail191,691 miles (+1,527)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,691 miles
    Test number
    578347094559
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass190,164 miles (+2,389)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    190,164 miles
    Test number
    819224725718
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass187,775 miles (+3,696)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    187,775 miles
    Test number
    729191548163
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass184,079 miles (+2,849)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    184,079 miles
    Test number
    486749996668
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded

  7. Pass181,230 miles (+1,874)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    181,230 miles
    Test number
    953088283121
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass179,356 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    179,356 miles
    Test number
    491778803104
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail179,349 miles (+2,278)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,349 miles
    Test number
    743590165123
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive suspect driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass177,071 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    177,071 miles
    Test number
    556743111924
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail177,059 miles (+4,089)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,059 miles
    Test number
    752931157523
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass172,970 miles (+3)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    172,970 miles
    Test number
    926493695593
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail172,967 miles (+2,777)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,967 miles
    Test number
    291458027288
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass170,190 miles (+3,902)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    170,190 miles
    Test number
    974427837694
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner & outer (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner & outer (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass166,288 miles (+3,717)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    166,288 miles
    Test number
    580540937779
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules & perished (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement & outer (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules & perishing (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement & outer (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass162,571 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    162,571 miles
    Test number
    729411819008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail162,571 miles (+3,529)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,571 miles
    Test number
    601709682692
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)

  18. Pass159,042 miles (+1,681)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    159,042 miles
    Test number
    176958564272
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass157,361 miles (+3,138)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    157,361 miles
    Test number
    617278263262
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteN/s/f sidelamp dull. Headlamp aims borderline low. Outer sills covered. Corrosion on suspension generally.
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded. Handbrake possibly sticking on occasion and noisy.

  20. Pass154,223 miles (+1,470)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    154,223 miles
    Test number
    769699862275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass152,753 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    152,753 miles
    Test number
    367956451279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail152,728 miles (+2,205)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,728 miles
    Test number
    428621951275
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  23. Pass150,523 miles (+2,793)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    150,523 miles
    Test number
    950649650231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass147,730 miles (+5,193)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    147,730 miles
    Test number
    862430459212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass142,537 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    142,537 miles
    Test number
    681207668242
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Fail142,537 miles (+4,468)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,537 miles
    Test number
    822697568250
    • 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 testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass138,069 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    138,069 miles
    Test number
    781408467207
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Fail138,069 miles (+4,836)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,069 miles
    Test number
    823658667214
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  29. Pass133,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    133,233 miles
    Test number
    340061566409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail133,233 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,233 miles
    Test number
    484051966216
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Questions about X742 BAA

Does X742 BAA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X742 BAA is valid until 30 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X742 BAA?
The MOT on X742 BAA is valid until 30 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X742 BAA done?
X742 BAA was recorded at 193,252 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 2,993 miles a year.
Has X742 BAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X742 BAA has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on X742 BAA 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 X742 BAA find?
X742 BAA passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s; offside track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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