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Volvo V70

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,435 cc

Y211 CEJMOT history

Y211 CEJ is a blue petrol Volvo V70 first used on 30 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 159,950 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2021.

Y211 CEJ blue Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Dec 2022
Mileage
159,950 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2021
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,272 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y211 CEJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y211 CEJ was last recorded at 159,950 miles on 23 Dec 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Jun 2015: 112,824 miles, lower than 113,922 miles on 17 Jun 2014.
  • 23 Dec 2021: 159,950 miles, lower than 159,980 miles on 22 Dec 2021.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
159,980 miles · 22 Dec 2021
Average per year
7,272 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 159,950 miles
  • 2020 – 156,359 miles
  • 2019 – 147,013 miles
  • 2018 – 141,061 miles
  • 2017 – 135,424 miles
  • 2016 – 128,258 miles
  • 2015 – 121,535 miles
  • 2014 – 113,922 miles
  • 2013 – 105,199 miles
  • 2012 – 97,023 miles
  • 2011 – 89,941 miles
  • 2010 – 82,258 miles
  • 2009 – 73,879 miles
  • 2008 – 66,225 miles
  • 2007 – 56,821 miles
  • 2006 – 46,607 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,950 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Direction indicator not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Center exhaust box corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,950 miles (-30)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    159,950 miles
    Test number
    731064299021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail159,980 miles (+3,621)3 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,980 miles
    Test number
    784811931376
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass156,359 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    156,359 miles
    Test number
    735915929747
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust box corroded

  4. Fail156,358 miles (+9,345)1 dangerous8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,358 miles
    Test number
    480159111040
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play inner rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust box corroded

  5. Pass147,013 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    147,013 miles
    Test number
    955073653179
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail147,013 miles (+5,952)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,013 miles
    Test number
    680255028707
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass141,061 miles (+5,637)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    141,061 miles
    Test number
    428917714555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass135,424 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    135,424 miles
    Test number
    747299042336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail135,409 miles (+7,151)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,409 miles
    Test number
    711699409976
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  10. Pass128,258 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    128,258 miles
    Test number
    602020767684
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail128,258 miles (+6,723)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,258 miles
    Test number
    976332463717
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass121,535 miles (+8,711)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    121,535 miles
    Test number
    738519465169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail112,824 miles (-1,098)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,824 miles
    Test number
    467449155180
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  14. Pass113,922 miles (+58)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    113,922 miles
    Test number
    579218664185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAdvise slight cut in side way of tyre
    • NoteEngine man light on

  15. Fail113,864 miles (+8,665)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,864 miles
    Test number
    325125464194
    • FailureNearside Front Fluid suspension leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAdvise slight cut in side way of tyre
    • NoteEngine man light on

  16. Pass105,199 miles (+8,176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    105,199 miles
    Test number
    257095553108
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Fail97,023 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,023 miles
    Test number
    269524962177
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass97,023 miles (+7,082)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    97,023 miles
    Test number
    659264562146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass89,941 miles (+7,683)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    89,941 miles
    Test number
    476527961102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail82,258 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,258 miles
    Test number
    321075040174
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass82,258 miles (+8,379)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    82,258 miles
    Test number
    892325140158
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass73,879 miles (+7,654)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    73,879 miles
    Test number
    523459949194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass66,225 miles (+9,404)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    66,225 miles
    Test number
    574499948133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass56,821 miles (+10,214)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    56,821 miles
    Test number
    492592447118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass46,607 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    46,607 miles
    Test number
    271643646498
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about Y211 CEJ

Does Y211 CEJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y211 CEJ expired on 22 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y211 CEJ?
The MOT on Y211 CEJ expired on 22 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y211 CEJ done?
Y211 CEJ was recorded at 159,950 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2021, an average of 7,272 miles a year.
Has Y211 CEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y211 CEJ has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on Y211 CEJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 8 Jun 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y211 CEJ find?
Y211 CEJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2021 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; oil leak, but not excessive.

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