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Volvo V70

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 2,435 cc

X793 MBJMOT history

X793 MBJ is a grey petrol Volvo V70 first used on 15 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 297,748 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

X793 MBJ grey Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
297,748 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
11,756 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X793 MBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
15 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X793 MBJ was last recorded at 297,748 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 4,790 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
292,958 miles · 8 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,790 miles
Average per year
11,756 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 297,748 miles
  • 2025 – 292,958 miles
  • 2024 – 286,927 miles
  • 2023 – 282,240 miles
  • 2022 – 278,845 miles
  • 2021 – 274,665 miles
  • 2020 – 268,586 miles
  • 2018 – 253,653 miles
  • 2017 – 238,159 miles
  • 2015 – 201,838 miles
  • 2014 – 182,111 miles
  • 2013 – 146,167 miles
  • 2012 – 130,037 miles
  • 2011 – 113,218 miles
  • 2010 – 95,765 miles
  • 2009 – 80,650 miles
  • 2008 – 71,352 miles
  • 2007 – 66,985 miles
  • 2006 – 62,505 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass297,748 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded 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.

  • Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2024

  • ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT IS ON

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2021

  • EXHAUST IS CORRODED AND BLOWING

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • SILL COVERS FITTED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 9 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass297,748 miles (+4,790)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    297,748 miles
    Test number
    606007574397
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass292,958 miles (+6,031)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    292,958 miles
    Test number
    130199638154
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass286,927 miles (+4,687)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    286,927 miles
    Test number
    258717858915
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass282,240 miles (+3,395)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    282,240 miles
    Test number
    762463902418
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured N/S and O/S (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S and O/S front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S and O/S (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass278,845 miles (+4,180)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    278,845 miles
    Test number
    199954159916
    • 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 worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear road wheel hard to rotate

  6. Pass274,665 miles (+6,079)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    274,665 miles
    Test number
    904853005301
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAIR BAG SERVICE INDICATOR MESSAGE IS ON
    • AdvisoryENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT IS ON
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST IS CORRODED AND BLOWING
    • AdvisoryO/S REAR FOOT BRAKE IS SLOWER TO OPERATE
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySILL COVERS FITTED

  7. Pass268,586 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    268,586 miles
    Test number
    820235201258
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAirbag message displayed.
    • AdvisoryLong handbrake travel.
    • AdvisoryNail in offside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box rusting and weak.

  8. Fail268,586 miles (+14,933)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    268,586 miles
    Test number
    738977417960
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAirbag message displayed.
    • AdvisoryLong handbrake travel.
    • AdvisoryNail in offside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box rusting and weak.

  9. Pass253,653 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    253,653 miles
    Test number
    300940787327
    • AdvisoryAIR BAG SERVICE WARNING LIGHT IS ON
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST IS CORRODED AND BLOWING
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront TYRE WEAR IS UNEVEN
    • AdvisoryFront TYRES ARE WORN CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySILL COVERS FITTED

  10. Fail253,653 miles (+15,494)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,653 miles
    Test number
    401908600556
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction P0443 (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryAIR BAG SERVICE WARNING LIGHT IS ON
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST IS CORRODED AND BLOWING
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront TYRE WEAR IS UNEVEN
    • AdvisoryFront TYRES ARE WORN CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySILL COVERS FITTED

  11. Pass238,159 miles (+17)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    238,159 miles
    Test number
    923818144653
    • AdvisoryAirbag service light is on.
    • AdvisoryEML light is on.
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryUpper engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges.
    • AdvisoryFuel filter rusting
    • AdvisorySlight oil leaks.

  12. Fail238,142 miles (+15,822)5 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,142 miles
    Test number
    748810818766
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported centre and rear section (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryAirbag service light is on.
    • AdvisoryEML light is on.
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryUpper engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges.
    • AdvisoryFuel filter rusting
    • AdvisorySlight oil leaks.

  13. Pass222,320 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    222,320 miles
    Test number
    948090375823
    • AdvisoryFront position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine management warning light is on
    • AdvisoryExhaust support rubber is missing
    • AdvisoryN/s head lamp aim is on the high limit
    • AdvisorySrs/airbag service warning indicator is on

  14. Fail222,319 miles (+20,481)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,319 miles
    Test number
    679044897248
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine management warning light is on
    • AdvisoryExhaust support rubber is missing
    • AdvisoryN/s head lamp aim is on the high limit
    • AdvisorySrs/airbag service warning indicator is on
    • AdvisoryTyre wear is uneven

  15. Pass201,838 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    201,838 miles
    Test number
    416082689756
    • AdvisoryAIR BAG MESSAGE ON
    • AdvisoryENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT IS ON
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST IS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST SUPPORT RUBBER IS MISSING
    • AdvisoryFUEL FILTER BODY IS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFront position lamp(s) slightly discoloured BOTH (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryO/S DOOR MIRROR BODY COVER IS MISSING
    • AdvisoryO/S HAND BRAKE IS SLOWER TO OPERATE
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryREAR BRAKE DISCS ARE PITTED
    • AdvisorySTEERING RACK INNER BALL JOINT WORN
    • AdvisoryTYRE WEAR IS UNEVEN

  16. Fail201,838 miles (+19,727)4 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,838 miles
    Test number
    893728296848
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryAIR BAG MESSAGE ON
    • AdvisoryENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT IS ON
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST IS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST SUPPORT RUBBER IS MISSING
    • AdvisoryFUEL FILTER BODY IS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFront position lamp(s) slightly discoloured BOTH (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryO/S DOOR MIRROR BODY COVER IS MISSING
    • AdvisoryO/S HAND BRAKE IS SLOWER TO OPERATE
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryREAR BRAKE DISCS ARE PITTED
    • AdvisorySTEERING RACK INNER BALL JOINT WORN
    • AdvisoryTYRE WEAR IS UNEVEN

  17. Pass182,111 miles (+17,786)2 advisories11 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    182,111 miles
    Test number
    638250054308
    • AdvisoryFront position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSRS-Airbag service urgent message showing on the dash
    • NoteEngine management light is on
    • NoteExhaust is corroded
    • NoteExhaust support rubber is broken
    • NoteFront brake discs are worn
    • NoteLong hand brake travel
    • NoteN/s head light focus is poor
    • NoteOrange coloured warning triangle light on
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  18. Pass164,325 miles (+139)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    164,325 miles
    Test number
    957775214027
    • AdvisoryFront position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • NoteExhaust support rubber broken
    • NoteMessage on the dash reads ,SRS-AIRBAG SERVICE URGENT + orange triangle warning light is on in the centre of the dash .
    • NoteRear brake discs are corroded
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  19. Fail164,186 miles (+18,019)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,186 miles
    Test number
    197533814085
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • NoteExhaust support rubber broken
    • NoteRear brake discs are corroded
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  20. Pass146,167 miles1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    146,167 miles
    Test number
    947891813037
    • AdvisoryFront position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth of the rear brake discs are badly corroded
    • NoteFront lower suspension arms front mounting bushes are worn
    • NoteLips worn on the front brake discs
    • NoteN/s head light focus is poor
    • NoteSlight wheel bearing noise from the n/s front when driven

  21. Fail146,167 miles (+16,130)1 failure1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,167 miles
    Test number
    707331913051
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth of the rear brake discs are badly corroded
    • NoteFront lower suspension arms front mounting bushes are worn
    • NoteLips worn on the front brake discs
    • NoteN/s head light focus is poor

  22. Pass130,037 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    130,037 miles
    Test number
    857721612027
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteSills covered

  23. Fail130,037 miles (+16,819)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,037 miles
    Test number
    907200612027
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteSills covered

  24. Pass113,218 miles (+17,453)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    113,218 miles
    Test number
    907672711066
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAir bag warning light is on
    • NoteRear brake discs are pitted and worn

  25. Pass95,765 miles (+15,115)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    95,765 miles
    Test number
    481707200032
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass80,650 miles (+9,298)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    80,650 miles
    Test number
    334529609076
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteO/s front tyre is wearing uneven

  27. Pass71,352 miles (+4,367)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    71,352 miles
    Test number
    381594518040
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass66,985 miles (+4,480)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    66,985 miles
    Test number
    822178307095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Pass62,505 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    62,505 miles
    Test number
    774609906062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X793 MBJ

Does X793 MBJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X793 MBJ is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on X793 MBJ?
The MOT on X793 MBJ is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X793 MBJ done?
X793 MBJ was recorded at 297,748 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 11,756 miles a year.
Has X793 MBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X793 MBJ has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on X793 MBJ 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 X793 MBJ find?
X793 MBJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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