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Volvo V70

Gold · Petrol · 2000 · 2,435 cc

X796 VBWMOT history

X796 VBW is a gold petrol Volvo V70 first used on 21 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 113,253 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2025.

X796 VBW gold Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Oct 2026
Mileage
113,253 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2025
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,175 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X796 VBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
21 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X796 VBW was last recorded at 113,253 miles on 6 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,253 miles · 3 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,175 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 113,253 miles
  • 2024 – 109,211 miles
  • 2023 – 104,602 miles
  • 2022 – 99,866 miles
  • 2021 – 96,123 miles
  • 2020 – 92,799 miles
  • 2019 – 90,006 miles
  • 2018 – 87,461 miles
  • 2017 – 83,551 miles
  • 2016 – 78,300 miles
  • 2015 – 73,299 miles
  • 2014 – 65,671 miles
  • 2013 – 63,106 miles
  • 2012 – 57,380 miles
  • 2011 – 49,442 miles
  • 2010 – 41,309 miles
  • 2009 – 38,206 miles
  • 2008 – 35,873 miles
  • 2007 – 33,478 miles
  • 2006 – 31,651 miles
  • 2005 – 29,348 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,253 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorTrailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated (4.10 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryEmissions highRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryEngine light onRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2017
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside rear light lens slightly damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 12 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 12 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension components has slight corrosionRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear bump stops corrodedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Fuel filter corroded

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2015–2024

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Trailer electrical socket insecure

    Minor7 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

35 tests since 31 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,253 miles3 minor20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    113,253 miles
    Test number
    631182500350
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated (4.10 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEmissions high
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear light lens slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension components has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops corroded
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  2. Fail113,253 miles (+4,042)2 major3 minor20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,253 miles
    Test number
    643327305933
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Bolt in hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated (4.10 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEmissions high
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear light lens slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension components has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops corroded
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  3. Pass109,211 miles (+13)1 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    109,211 miles
    Test number
    460909950673
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension components has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops corroded
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  4. Fail109,198 miles (+4,596)1 dangerous11 major3 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,198 miles
    Test number
    751087727361
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/65/16 H (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Engine cutting out (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Engine cutting out, CO is high (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Electrical wiring insecure (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Electrical wiring insecure (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Near bump stop (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension components has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops corroded
  5. Pass104,602 miles (+4,736)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    104,602 miles
    Test number
    994018352405
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by bump stop (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lense damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by bump stop (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear fuel filter corroding
  6. Pass99,866 miles (+192)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    99,866 miles
    Test number
    692780692795
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTransmission service light on then goes out when driving
  7. Fail99,674 miles (+3,551)11 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,674 miles
    Test number
    370233321990
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced bump stop (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced bump stop (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure bracket on back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner brake shoes noisy
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryTransmission light on (service)
  8. Pass96,123 miles (+1)1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    96,123 miles
    Test number
    497406828204
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  9. Fail96,122 miles (+3,323)1 dangerous2 major1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,122 miles
    Test number
    517239346576
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  10. Pass92,799 miles (+3)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    92,799 miles
    Test number
    109758179711
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating and rattling
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Fail92,796 miles (+2,790)1 dangerous4 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,796 miles
    Test number
    469995155988
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Bolt on hub (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating and rattling
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass90,006 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    90,006 miles
    Test number
    410328916853
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating and rattling
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Fail90,006 miles (+2,545)2 dangerous2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,006 miles
    Test number
    119825402505
    • DangerousCentral Prop shaft likely to become detached Support bracket corroded (6.1.7 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating and rattling
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  14. Pass87,461 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    87,461 miles
    Test number
    485822788637
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded and rattling
  15. Fail87,457 miles (+3,906)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,457 miles
    Test number
    796565272454
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded and rattling
  16. Pass83,551 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    83,551 miles
    Test number
    380879502620
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front pads deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  17. Fail83,550 miles (+5,250)5 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,550 miles
    Test number
    824842334444
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Lower Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Fog light (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/65/16V (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front pads deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  18. Pass78,300 miles (+4)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    78,300 miles
    Test number
    794593041866
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  19. Fail78,296 miles (+4,997)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,296 miles
    Test number
    581407664029
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  20. Pass73,299 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    73,299 miles
    Test number
    905492446775
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • 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 Front bush (2.4.G.2)
  21. Fail73,296 miles (+7,625)9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,296 miles
    Test number
    555959787718
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Electrical wiring insecure Fog light wire (1.9.2a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • 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 Front bush (2.4.G.2)
  22. Pass65,671 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    65,671 miles
    Test number
    858881654292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteExhuast system corroded
    • NoteFuel filter corroded
  23. Fail65,671 miles (+2,565)1 dangerous9 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,671 miles
    Test number
    845476644271
    • DangerousNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteExhuast system corroded
    • NoteFuel filter corroded
  24. Pass63,106 miles (+5,726)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    63,106 miles
    Test number
    646421523287
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  25. Pass57,380 miles (+186)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    57,380 miles
    Test number
    326040542457
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  26. Fail57,194 miles (+7,752)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,194 miles
    Test number
    779105932238
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  27. Pass49,442 miles (+8,133)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    49,442 miles
    Test number
    355201741273
    • NoteFront discs starting to pitt
  28. Pass41,309 miles (+3,103)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    41,309 miles
    Test number
    304597640448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass38,206 miles (+2,333)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    38,206 miles
    Test number
    261235549285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass35,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    35,873 miles
    Test number
    860656448225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail35,873 miles (+2,395)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,873 miles
    Test number
    250065948241
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  32. Pass33,478 miles (+1,827)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    33,478 miles
    Test number
    391349137473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass31,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    31,651 miles
    Test number
    803116136256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail31,651 miles (+2,303)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,651 miles
    Test number
    751545836231
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  35. Pass29,348 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    29,348 miles
    Test number
    254213745290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X796 VBW

Does X796 VBW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X796 VBW expired on 16 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X796 VBW?
The MOT on X796 VBW expired on 16 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X796 VBW done?
X796 VBW was recorded at 113,253 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2025, an average of 4,175 miles a year.
Has X796 VBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X796 VBW has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on X796 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 X796 VBW find?
X796 VBW passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2025 with 3 minor defects and 20 advisories: nearside rear upper position lamp light intensity obviously reduced; offside stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; trailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated, and 20 more.

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