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Volvo V70

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 2,435 cc

Y223 UBPMOT history

Y223 UBP is a red petrol Volvo V70 first used on 4 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 112,277 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

Y223 UBP red Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
112,277 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,662 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y223 UBP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
4 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y223 UBP was last recorded at 112,277 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,265 miles · 5 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
2,662 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,277 miles
  • 2025 – 107,829 miles
  • 2024 – 99,741 miles
  • 2022 – 94,224 miles
  • 2021 – 89,374 miles
  • 2020 – 84,790 miles
  • 2019 – 81,155 miles
  • 2018 – 76,351 miles
  • 2017 – 76,075 miles
  • 2016 – 76,044 miles
  • 2015 – 75,753 miles
  • 2014 – 74,504 miles
  • 2013 – 71,591 miles
  • 2012 – 71,144 miles
  • 2011 – 68,814 miles
  • 2010 – 68,341 miles
  • 2009 – 67,474 miles
  • 2008 – 66,160 miles
  • 2007 – 62,377 miles
  • 2006 – 58,487 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,277 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFuel filter corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass112,277 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    112,277 miles
    Test number
    351166473758
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded

  2. Fail112,265 miles (+4,436)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,265 miles
    Test number
    890336771583
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded

  3. Pass107,829 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    107,829 miles
    Test number
    127226285647
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail107,829 miles (+8,088)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,829 miles
    Test number
    129829942907
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass99,741 miles (+175)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    99,741 miles
    Test number
    804515760334
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDifferent length shock absorbers fitted to front axle

  6. Fail99,566 miles (+5,342)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,566 miles
    Test number
    233137966149
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated pipe is damp (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront different length shock absorbers fitted to the front axle
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear bulds faded (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass94,224 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    94,224 miles
    Test number
    638703670671
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  8. Fail94,224 miles (+4,850)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,224 miles
    Test number
    597198878330
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  9. Pass89,374 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    89,374 miles
    Test number
    591008224371
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in the steering rack o/s front

  10. Fail89,374 miles (+4,584)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,374 miles
    Test number
    887644062931
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction engine light is on (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp fog light and sidelight (4.5.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector reflecting white to the rear light unit is damaged and showing white light (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in the steering rack o/s front

  11. Pass84,790 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    84,790 miles
    Test number
    613345722269
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail84,790 miles (+3,635)3 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,790 miles
    Test number
    860758992361
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass81,155 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    81,155 miles
    Test number
    882820104465
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Fail81,155 miles (+4,804)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,155 miles
    Test number
    423562824824
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Pass76,351 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    76,351 miles
    Test number
    650520640527
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  16. Fail76,340 miles (+53)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,340 miles
    Test number
    637107569817
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  17. Fail76,287 miles (+212)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,287 miles
    Test number
    937964586935
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear light unite damage
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded

  18. Pass76,075 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    76,075 miles
    Test number
    567530579155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail76,070 miles (+26)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,070 miles
    Test number
    664509877718
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  20. Pass76,044 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    76,044 miles
    Test number
    319815358940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail76,042 miles (+289)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,042 miles
    Test number
    126589263572
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  22. Pass75,753 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    75,753 miles
    Test number
    541953975251
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Fail75,753 miles (+1,249)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,753 miles
    Test number
    795980892353
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass74,504 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    74,504 miles
    Test number
    369263674217
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  25. Fail74,504 miles (+2,913)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,504 miles
    Test number
    657673974202
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  26. Pass71,591 miles (+447)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    71,591 miles
    Test number
    367707803140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass71,144 miles (+2,330)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    71,144 miles
    Test number
    977901472284
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have cracks in tread and sidewalls.
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn close to limits.
    • NoteRear number plate, getting poor.
    • NoteSmall split in wiper blades

  28. Pass68,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    68,814 miles
    Test number
    498991291077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail68,814 miles (+473)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,814 miles
    Test number
    549138081050
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

  30. Pass68,341 miles (+867)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    68,341 miles
    Test number
    923046850111
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  31. Pass67,474 miles (+1,314)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    67,474 miles
    Test number
    894467169185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass66,160 miles (+3,783)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    66,160 miles
    Test number
    374799248128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass62,377 miles (+3,890)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    62,377 miles
    Test number
    952155447127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass58,487 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    58,487 miles
    Test number
    110123246189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y223 UBP

Does Y223 UBP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y223 UBP is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y223 UBP?
The MOT on Y223 UBP is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y223 UBP done?
Y223 UBP was recorded at 112,277 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 2,662 miles a year.
Has Y223 UBP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y223 UBP has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on Y223 UBP 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 Y223 UBP find?
Y223 UBP passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer edge, and 1 more.

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