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Volvo V70

Gold · Petrol · 2001 · 2,435 cc

Y215 XGJMOT history

Y215 XGJ is a gold petrol Volvo V70 first used on 27 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 125,341 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

Y215 XGJ gold Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
125,341 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,677 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y215 XGJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y215 XGJ was last recorded at 125,341 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 862 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,479 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
862 miles
Average per year
4,677 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,341 miles
  • 2025 – 124,479 miles
  • 2024 – 119,488 miles
  • 2023 – 113,697 miles
  • 2022 – 108,897 miles
  • 2021 – 105,407 miles
  • 2020 – 102,255 miles
  • 2019 – 98,760 miles
  • 2018 – 94,468 miles
  • 2017 – 88,643 miles
  • 2016 – 83,479 miles
  • 2015 – 77,741 miles
  • 2014 – 73,415 miles
  • 2013 – 67,470 miles
  • 2012 – 62,027 miles
  • 2011 – 55,098 miles
  • 2010 – 49,576 miles
  • 2009 – 45,059 miles
  • 2008 – 39,416 miles
  • 2007 – 34,732 miles
  • 2006 – 30,020 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,341 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongey
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPark brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryWipers operate on separate switch

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Fuel cap sealing device perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,341 miles (+862)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    125,341 miles
    Test number
    445905839182
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongey
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWipers operate on separate switch

  2. Pass124,479 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    124,479 miles
    Test number
    982268721847
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing device perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail124,479 miles (+4,991)3 major3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,479 miles
    Test number
    972396131535
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing device perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass119,488 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    119,488 miles
    Test number
    579874891622
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail119,488 miles (+5,791)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,488 miles
    Test number
    433958412993
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass113,697 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    113,697 miles
    Test number
    883020671269
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow from manifold area when cold (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail113,697 miles (+4,800)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,697 miles
    Test number
    679451112141
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass108,897 miles (+3,490)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    108,897 miles
    Test number
    351397436355
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass105,407 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    105,407 miles
    Test number
    558602481494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail105,407 miles (+3,152)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,407 miles
    Test number
    519222536139
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass102,255 miles (+3,495)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    102,255 miles
    Test number
    126734841761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass98,760 miles (+4,292)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    98,760 miles
    Test number
    966723726301
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass94,468 miles (+5,825)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    94,468 miles
    Test number
    747797745043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass88,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    88,643 miles
    Test number
    808439051398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail88,643 miles (+5,164)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,643 miles
    Test number
    823469814052
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass83,479 miles (+5,738)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    83,479 miles
    Test number
    363706737051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  17. Pass77,741 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    77,741 miles
    Test number
    586072365060
    • NoteSlight play in offside track rod

  18. Fail77,741 miles (+4,326)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,741 miles
    Test number
    986122965091
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteSlight play in offside track rod

  19. Pass73,415 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    73,415 miles
    Test number
    145869864021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • 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 (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail73,415 miles (+5,945)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,415 miles
    Test number
    188449364438
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass67,470 miles (+5,443)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    67,470 miles
    Test number
    247464573044
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass62,027 miles (+6,929)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    62,027 miles
    Test number
    488046682080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside Rear Tyre Sidewall Perished

  23. Pass55,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    55,098 miles
    Test number
    456772761038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail55,098 miles (+5,522)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,098 miles
    Test number
    745502461071
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  25. Pass49,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    49,576 miles
    Test number
    800575080072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail49,576 miles (+4,517)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,576 miles
    Test number
    323405180088
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  27. Pass45,059 miles (+5,643)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    45,059 miles
    Test number
    734185979014
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  28. Pass39,416 miles (+4,684)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    39,416 miles
    Test number
    732848078050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass34,732 miles (+4,712)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    34,732 miles
    Test number
    930239877079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass30,020 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    30,020 miles
    Test number
    180603676445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y215 XGJ

Does Y215 XGJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y215 XGJ is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y215 XGJ?
The MOT on Y215 XGJ is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y215 XGJ done?
Y215 XGJ was recorded at 125,341 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 4,677 miles a year.
Has Y215 XGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y215 XGJ has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on Y215 XGJ 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 Y215 XGJ find?
Y215 XGJ passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; brake pedal spongey; fuel cap seal perishing, and 8 more.

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