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Volvo V70

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,435 cc

Y277 SCTMOT history

Y277 SCT is a blue petrol Volvo V70 first used on 21 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 4 Apr 2024 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 213,009 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2024.

Y277 SCT blue Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Apr 2024
Mileage
213,009 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2024
MOT tests
34
19 passed · 15 failed
Per year
9,043 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y277 SCT
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
21 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y277 SCT was last recorded at 213,009 miles on 30 Mar 2024, 7,545 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
205,464 miles · 5 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
7,545 miles
Average per year
9,043 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 213,009 miles
  • 2023 – 205,464 miles
  • 2022 – 198,997 miles
  • 2021 – 193,682 miles
  • 2020 – 188,543 miles
  • 2019 – 180,311 miles
  • 2018 – 173,669 miles
  • 2017 – 164,730 miles
  • 2016 – 157,873 miles
  • 2015 – 157,869 miles
  • 2014 – 154,970 miles
  • 2013 – 152,532 miles
  • 2012 – 149,708 miles
  • 2011 – 142,262 miles
  • 2010 – 105,994 miles
  • 2009 – 87,560 miles
  • 2008 – 74,856 miles
  • 2007 – 62,538 miles
  • 2006 – 50,966 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail213,009 miles
  • DangerousFront Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board e vac pipe broken (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to large holes in the exhaust system (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner top wing / suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 coil springs rusty (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail213,009 miles (+7,545)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,009 miles
    Test number
    619486919768
    • DangerousFront Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board e vac pipe broken (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to large holes in the exhaust system (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner top wing / suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 coil springs rusty (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass205,464 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    205,464 miles
    Test number
    167869238084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail205,436 miles (+6,439)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,436 miles
    Test number
    297436814480
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass198,997 miles (+5,315)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    198,997 miles
    Test number
    618773219310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass193,682 miles (+5,139)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    193,682 miles
    Test number
    118323814393
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass188,543 miles (+24)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    188,543 miles
    Test number
    320075574311
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail188,519 miles (+8,208)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,519 miles
    Test number
    890266221844
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass180,311 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    180,311 miles
    Test number
    357700723855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail180,286 miles (+6,617)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,286 miles
    Test number
    361850031953
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Pass173,669 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    173,669 miles
    Test number
    897727220514
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail173,669 miles (+8,939)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,669 miles
    Test number
    702895146736
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass164,730 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    164,730 miles
    Test number
    602855842237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre and perished
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail164,720 miles (+6,847)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,720 miles
    Test number
    264583239059
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint both (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring (3.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre and perished
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass157,873 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    157,873 miles
    Test number
    725044374501
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Fail157,869 miles (+1,586)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,869 miles
    Test number
    680785758518
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass156,283 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    156,283 miles
    Test number
    315828265187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail156,283 miles (+1,313)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,283 miles
    Test number
    486487765151
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass154,970 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    154,970 miles
    Test number
    467481934471
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Fail154,966 miles (+2,434)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,966 miles
    Test number
    535509224337
    • FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass152,532 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    152,532 miles
    Test number
    719186113331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Fail152,532 miles (+2,824)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,532 miles
    Test number
    648776513384
    • FailureNearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass149,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    149,708 miles
    Test number
    898662632336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail149,708 miles (+7,446)3 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,708 miles
    Test number
    459364722390
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  24. Pass142,262 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    142,262 miles
    Test number
    229516151394
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  25. Fail142,261 miles (+17,289)11 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,261 miles
    Test number
    108845951324
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  26. Pass124,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    124,972 miles
    Test number
    135440921438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail124,972 miles (+18,978)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,972 miles
    Test number
    438530321010
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  28. Pass105,994 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    105,994 miles
    Test number
    122535310082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail105,994 miles (+18,434)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,994 miles
    Test number
    142194910076
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  30. Pass87,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    87,560 miles
    Test number
    404845259032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail87,560 miles (+12,704)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,560 miles
    Test number
    200805459078
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  32. Pass74,856 miles (+12,318)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    74,856 miles
    Test number
    522456558068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass62,538 miles (+11,572)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    62,538 miles
    Test number
    871993417106
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteScreen washers weak

  34. Pass50,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    50,966 miles
    Test number
    230019816437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y277 SCT

Does Y277 SCT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y277 SCT expired on 4 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y277 SCT?
The MOT on Y277 SCT expired on 4 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y277 SCT done?
Y277 SCT was recorded at 213,009 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2024, an average of 9,043 miles a year.
Has Y277 SCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y277 SCT has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on Y277 SCT 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 Y277 SCT find?
Y277 SCT failed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 5 advisories: front exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board e vac pipe broken; central exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; emissions unable to be completed due to large holes in the exhaust system, and 8 more.

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