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Volvo V70

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,435 cc

Y256 KAWMOT history

Y256 KAW is a blue petrol Volvo V70 first used on 18 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 175,605 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

Y256 KAW blue Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
175,605 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,843 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y256 KAW
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
18 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y256 KAW was last recorded at 175,605 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,599 miles · 3 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
5,843 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,605 miles
  • 2025 – 174,911 miles
  • 2024 – 174,258 miles
  • 2023 – 173,997 miles
  • 2022 – 173,196 miles
  • 2021 – 170,684 miles
  • 2020 – 167,838 miles
  • 2019 – 163,771 miles
  • 2018 – 157,345 miles
  • 2017 – 150,011 miles
  • 2016 – 142,910 miles
  • 2015 – 135,666 miles
  • 2014 – 130,577 miles
  • 2013 – 123,325 miles
  • 2012 – 117,223 miles
  • 2011 – 109,274 miles
  • 2010 – 101,221 miles
  • 2009 – 92,799 miles
  • 2008 – 82,458 miles
  • 2007 – 72,310 miles
  • 2006 – 60,637 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,605 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside parking brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repairRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))Recorded 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.

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,605 miles (+6)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    175,605 miles
    Test number
    949237660561
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail175,599 miles (+688)8 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,599 miles
    Test number
    683457384866
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre size 195/65x15

  3. Pass174,911 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    174,911 miles
    Test number
    307134515034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail174,911 miles (+653)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,911 miles
    Test number
    567895924898
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass174,258 miles (+261)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    174,258 miles
    Test number
    781127559337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass173,997 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    173,997 miles
    Test number
    856088630554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail173,997 miles (+801)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,997 miles
    Test number
    104449174394
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass173,196 miles (+2,512)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    173,196 miles
    Test number
    794114530578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass170,684 miles (+2,846)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    170,684 miles
    Test number
    944748205700
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass167,838 miles (+4,067)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    167,838 miles
    Test number
    483602364433
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass163,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    163,771 miles
    Test number
    621027458900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail163,771 miles (+6,426)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,771 miles
    Test number
    234415857416
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass157,345 miles (+7,334)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    157,345 miles
    Test number
    347200348300
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass150,011 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    150,011 miles
    Test number
    194612263897
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses slightly perished

  15. Fail150,011 miles (+7,101)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,011 miles
    Test number
    239840271547
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses slightly perished

  16. Pass142,910 miles (+7,244)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    142,910 miles
    Test number
    357484010912
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySlight weep of oil pas pump area

  17. Pass135,666 miles (+5,089)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    135,666 miles
    Test number
    467436835022
    • NoteSlight weep pas

  18. Pass130,577 miles (+7,252)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    130,577 miles
    Test number
    519412344159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass123,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    123,325 miles
    Test number
    297092023462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail123,325 miles (+6,102)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,325 miles
    Test number
    997392023129
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass117,223 miles (+7,949)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    117,223 miles
    Test number
    179356842119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass109,274 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    109,274 miles
    Test number
    345493341110
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront discs slight lipped (inner)

  23. Fail109,274 miles (+8,053)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,274 miles
    Test number
    508733141172
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront discs slight lipped (inner)

  24. Pass101,221 miles (+8,422)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    101,221 miles
    Test number
    703878240184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteExhaust mount damaged front

  25. Pass92,799 miles (+10,341)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    92,799 miles
    Test number
    710043759165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass82,458 miles (+10,148)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    82,458 miles
    Test number
    353544758125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass72,310 miles (+11,673)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    72,310 miles
    Test number
    500782057196
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass60,637 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    60,637 miles
    Test number
    152033556154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y256 KAW

Does Y256 KAW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y256 KAW is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y256 KAW?
The MOT on Y256 KAW is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y256 KAW done?
Y256 KAW was recorded at 175,605 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 5,843 miles a year.
Has Y256 KAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y256 KAW has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y256 KAW 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 Y256 KAW find?
Y256 KAW passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; coil spring corroded all; exhaust system corroded, and 4 more.

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