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Volvo V70

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 2,435 cc

X76 VBWMOT history

X76 VBW is a silver petrol Volvo V70 first used on 11 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 21 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 126,041 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

X76 VBW silver Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Oct 2027
Mileage
126,041 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,496 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X76 VBW
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
11 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X76 VBW was last recorded at 126,041 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 2,458 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,583 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,458 miles
Average per year
3,496 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,041 miles
  • 2025 – 123,583 miles
  • 2024 – 120,818 miles
  • 2023 – 119,158 miles
  • 2022 – 116,903 miles
  • 2021 – 114,201 miles
  • 2020 – 111,063 miles
  • 2019 – 108,755 miles
  • 2018 – 104,130 miles
  • 2017 – 98,735 miles
  • 2016 – 93,114 miles
  • 2015 – 90,396 miles
  • 2014 – 86,713 miles
  • 2013 – 84,148 miles
  • 2012 – 81,258 miles
  • 2011 – 77,876 miles
  • 2010 – 74,425 miles
  • 2009 – 70,844 miles
  • 2008 – 65,967 miles
  • 2007 – 61,852 miles
  • 2006 – 55,683 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,041 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2009–2017

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 6 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,041 miles (+2,458)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    126,041 miles
    Test number
    586023074980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass123,583 miles (+2,765)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    123,583 miles
    Test number
    974075068376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass120,818 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    120,818 miles
    Test number
    854650716910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail120,812 miles (+1,654)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,812 miles
    Test number
    969764055652
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass119,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    119,158 miles
    Test number
    756784425767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail119,158 miles (+2,255)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,158 miles
    Test number
    132805710461
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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. Pass116,903 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    116,903 miles
    Test number
    982371486305
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Play is excessive
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Fail116,903 miles (+2,702)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,903 miles
    Test number
    290071692532
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Play is excessive
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Pass114,201 miles (+12)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    114,201 miles
    Test number
    340490232609
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f side rapeater loose

  10. Fail114,189 miles (+3,126)1 major1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,189 miles
    Test number
    473782885271
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f side rapeater loose

  11. Pass111,063 miles (+2,308)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    111,063 miles
    Test number
    738123435082
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass108,755 miles (+4,625)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    108,755 miles
    Test number
    933514581881
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass104,130 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    104,130 miles
    Test number
    813163745657
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail104,130 miles (+5,395)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,130 miles
    Test number
    562599656922
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass98,735 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    98,735 miles
    Test number
    671916500076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail98,733 miles (+5,619)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,733 miles
    Test number
    397277374748
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass93,114 miles (+2,718)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    93,114 miles
    Test number
    848235741589
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass90,396 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    90,396 miles
    Test number
    637376947264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in inner rack rod

  19. Fail90,396 miles (+3,683)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,396 miles
    Test number
    976934682914
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in inner rack rod

  20. Pass86,713 miles (+2,565)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    86,713 miles
    Test number
    509651954266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded

  21. Pass84,148 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    84,148 miles
    Test number
    407227043243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded on inner face

  22. Fail84,148 miles (+2,890)2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,148 miles
    Test number
    719427043214
    • Repaired at testNearside Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded on inner face

  23. Pass81,258 miles (+2)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    81,258 miles
    Test number
    189584652293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded on inner face

  24. Fail81,256 miles (+3,380)1 failure2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,256 miles
    Test number
    449721452233
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded on inner face

  25. Pass77,876 miles (+3,451)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    77,876 miles
    Test number
    439286531267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteN/s/r light damaged/repaired
    • NoteSlight play o/s steering rack

  26. Pass74,425 miles (+3,581)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    74,425 miles
    Test number
    734829530230
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  27. Pass70,844 miles (+4,877)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    70,844 miles
    Test number
    750833129253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  28. Pass65,967 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    65,967 miles
    Test number
    460737948282
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  29. Fail65,966 miles (+4,114)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,966 miles
    Test number
    354296948217
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  30. Fail61,852 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,852 miles
    Test number
    664836247244
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  31. Pass61,852 miles (+6,169)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    61,852 miles
    Test number
    753396047233
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  32. Pass55,683 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    55,683 miles
    Test number
    323489046274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteEngine undertray and plastic oversills fitted

  33. Fail55,683 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,683 miles
    Test number
    831709346281
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteEngine undertray and plastic oversills fitted

Questions about X76 VBW

Does X76 VBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X76 VBW is valid until 21 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X76 VBW?
The MOT on X76 VBW is valid until 21 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X76 VBW done?
X76 VBW was recorded at 126,041 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 3,496 miles a year.
Has X76 VBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X76 VBW has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on X76 VBW 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 X76 VBW find?
X76 VBW passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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