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Volvo V70

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,435 cc

Y265 RBEMOT history

Y265 RBE is a blue petrol Volvo V70 first used on 2 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 10 Mar 2024 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 176,232 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Feb 2024.

Y265 RBE blue Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Mar 2024
Mileage
176,232 mi
At MOT on 29 Feb 2024
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,024 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y265 RBE
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
2 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Feb 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y265 RBE was last recorded at 176,232 miles on 29 Feb 2024, 496 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,736 miles · 11 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
496 miles
Average per year
6,024 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 176,232 miles
  • 2023 – 175,736 miles
  • 2022 – 174,381 miles
  • 2021 – 172,949 miles
  • 2020 – 171,871 miles
  • 2019 – 169,956 miles
  • 2018 – 164,604 miles
  • 2017 – 158,504 miles
  • 2016 – 149,317 miles
  • 2015 – 141,834 miles
  • 2014 – 133,246 miles
  • 2013 – 126,672 miles
  • 2012 – 117,178 miles
  • 2011 – 108,549 miles
  • 2010 – 98,705 miles
  • 2009 – 95,708 miles
  • 2008 – 90,852 miles
  • 2007 – 85,625 miles
  • 2006 – 67,469 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail176,232 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorPosition lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))
  • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2017

What MOT failures 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 8 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail176,232 miles (+496)13 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,232 miles
    Test number
    272729337921
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPosition lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass175,736 miles (+1,355)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    175,736 miles
    Test number
    402519599219
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass174,381 miles (+1,432)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    174,381 miles
    Test number
    195188584364
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass172,949 miles (+1,078)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    172,949 miles
    Test number
    376306308396
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass171,871 miles (+29)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    171,871 miles
    Test number
    581984023334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail171,842 miles (+1,886)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,842 miles
    Test number
    936595346192
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass169,956 miles (+5,352)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    169,956 miles
    Test number
    484382830125
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass164,604 miles (+77)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    164,604 miles
    Test number
    971796737462
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre cracking on edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail164,527 miles (+6,023)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,527 miles
    Test number
    157344715751
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre cracking on edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass158,504 miles (+26)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    158,504 miles
    Test number
    419794546434
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres bald on edges
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  11. Fail158,478 miles (+9,161)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,478 miles
    Test number
    425604540488
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside 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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres bald on edges
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  12. Pass149,317 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    149,317 miles
    Test number
    287999104494
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail149,317 miles (+7,483)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,317 miles
    Test number
    281105753109
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass141,834 miles (+10)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    141,834 miles
    Test number
    775045475190
    • 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)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail141,824 miles (+8,578)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,824 miles
    Test number
    557664175143
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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 Front 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass133,246 miles (+6,574)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    133,246 miles
    Test number
    365908844188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass126,672 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    126,672 miles
    Test number
    439749163127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Fail126,672 miles (+9,494)2 failures1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,672 miles
    Test number
    579749363188
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass117,178 miles (+8,629)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    117,178 miles
    Test number
    806244362155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust hangers heavily corroded

  20. Pass108,549 miles (+9,844)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    108,549 miles
    Test number
    769942571152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail98,705 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,705 miles
    Test number
    652341380176
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass98,705 miles (+2,997)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    98,705 miles
    Test number
    884191380172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass95,708 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    95,708 miles
    Test number
    312739299281
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail95,708 miles (+4,856)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,708 miles
    Test number
    981289699236
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass90,852 miles (+5,227)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    90,852 miles
    Test number
    192401608322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass85,625 miles (+7,616)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    85,625 miles
    Test number
    443046927489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass78,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    78,009 miles
    Test number
    612538637081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail78,009 miles (+10,540)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,009 miles
    Test number
    231457737054
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Steering lock stop damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Steering lock stop damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  29. Pass67,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    67,469 miles
    Test number
    254099236011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y265 RBE

Does Y265 RBE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y265 RBE expired on 10 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y265 RBE?
The MOT on Y265 RBE expired on 10 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y265 RBE done?
Y265 RBE was recorded at 176,232 miles at its MOT on 29 Feb 2024, an average of 6,024 miles a year.
Has Y265 RBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y265 RBE has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on Y265 RBE 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 Y265 RBE find?
Y265 RBE failed its latest MOT on 29 Feb 2024 with 13 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside front brake hose excessively deteriorated; nearside front position lamp not working; nearside front suspension component ball joint excessively worn, and 12 more.

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