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Volvo V70

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,435 cc

Y229 AFPMOT history

Y229 AFP is a silver petrol Volvo V70 first used on 12 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 241,705 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

Y229 AFP silver Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
241,705 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,859 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y229 AFP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y229 AFP was last recorded at 241,705 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
241,705 miles · 18 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,859 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 241,705 miles
  • 2025 – 231,317 miles
  • 2024 – 222,058 miles
  • 2022 – 211,962 miles
  • 2021 – 199,266 miles
  • 2020 – 191,953 miles
  • 2019 – 183,562 miles
  • 2018 – 169,972 miles
  • 2017 – 155,377 miles
  • 2016 – 148,883 miles
  • 2015 – 145,318 miles
  • 2014 – 142,620 miles
  • 2013 – 138,691 miles
  • 2012 – 133,903 miles
  • 2011 – 127,794 miles
  • 2010 – 119,244 miles
  • 2009 – 111,919 miles
  • 2008 – 103,308 miles
  • 2007 – 92,157 miles
  • 2006 – 82,202 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass241,705 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Direction indicator not working

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass241,705 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    241,705 miles
    Test number
    925313633533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail241,705 miles (+10,388)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,705 miles
    Test number
    104337606110
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (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))
  3. Pass231,317 miles (+9,259)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    231,317 miles
    Test number
    630489373179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass222,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    222,058 miles
    Test number
    117032791973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail222,058 miles (+10,096)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,058 miles
    Test number
    985044594765
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  6. Pass211,962 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    211,962 miles
    Test number
    539382446563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail211,962 miles (+12,696)1 dangerous10 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,962 miles
    Test number
    780934822706
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass199,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    199,266 miles
    Test number
    628354495893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail199,266 miles (+7,313)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,266 miles
    Test number
    581630146204
    • MajorCentral Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively TORN (3.4 (b) (ii))
  10. Pass191,953 miles (+8,391)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    191,953 miles
    Test number
    917592442029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass183,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    183,562 miles
    Test number
    125552513762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail183,562 miles (+13,590)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,562 miles
    Test number
    555682579442
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass169,972 miles (+14,595)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    169,972 miles
    Test number
    133622603477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass155,377 miles (+6,494)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    155,377 miles
    Test number
    913157449975
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount corroded but secure
  15. Pass148,883 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    148,883 miles
    Test number
    619930063195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated ****** (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  16. Fail148,883 miles (+3,565)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,883 miles
    Test number
    745299414283
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated ****** (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  17. Pass145,318 miles (+2,698)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    145,318 miles
    Test number
    826521335186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Note*** O/S/F AND N/S/F WIPER BLADES TORN ***
    • Note*** TYRE TREAD DEPTHS = O/S/R = 3.5MM , N/S/F AND N/S/R = 5.0MM , O/S/F = 6.0MM *** LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6MM ***
  18. Pass142,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    142,620 miles
    Test number
    978099224138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail142,620 miles (+3,929)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,620 miles
    Test number
    525858324116
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Note** EXHAUST REAR SECTION CORRODED AT MOUNTS **
    • Note*** TYRE TREAD DEPTHS = O/S/R = 4.0MM , N/S/R & N/S/F = 5.0MM , O/S/F = 6.0MM *** LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6MM ***
  20. Pass138,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    138,691 miles
    Test number
    208533833188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail138,691 miles (+4,788)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,691 miles
    Test number
    305453133108
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
  22. Pass133,903 miles (+6,109)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    133,903 miles
    Test number
    248385832483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass127,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    127,794 miles
    Test number
    228977531473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail127,794 miles (+8,550)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,794 miles
    Test number
    269656131467
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
  25. Pass119,244 miles (+7,325)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    119,244 miles
    Test number
    673175020115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust mounting very rusty
  26. Pass111,919 miles (+8,611)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    111,919 miles
    Test number
    882366649149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  27. Pass103,308 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    103,308 miles
    Test number
    370843338140
    • NoteN/s/f lower suspension arm rear bush startin g to split
  28. Fail103,308 miles (+11,151)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,308 miles
    Test number
    894713938109
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteN/s/f lower suspension arm rear bush startin g to split
  29. Pass92,157 miles (+9,955)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    92,157 miles
    Test number
    554589727156
    • NoteN/s/f lower suspension arm rear bush starting to split
  30. Pass82,202 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    82,202 miles
    Test number
    483109226191
    • NoteNail in n/s/r tyre

Questions about Y229 AFP

Does Y229 AFP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y229 AFP is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y229 AFP?
The MOT on Y229 AFP is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y229 AFP done?
Y229 AFP was recorded at 241,705 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 7,859 miles a year.
Has Y229 AFP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y229 AFP has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on Y229 AFP 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 Y229 AFP find?
Y229 AFP passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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