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Volvo V70

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,435 cc

Y277 UGWMOT history

Y277 UGW is a silver petrol Volvo V70 first used on 31 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 21 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 155,583 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2022.

Y277 UGW silver Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Mar 2023
Mileage
155,583 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,211 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y277 UGW
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
31 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y277 UGW was last recorded at 155,583 miles on 21 Mar 2022, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 May 2014: 82,568 miles, lower than 89,230 miles on 21 May 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
155,579 miles · 17 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
7,211 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 155,583 miles
  • 2021 – 141,462 miles
  • 2020 – 137,638 miles
  • 2019 – 126,450 miles
  • 2018 – 114,163 miles
  • 2017 – 105,130 miles
  • 2015 – 101,215 miles
  • 2014 – 82,568 miles
  • 2013 – 89,230 miles
  • 2012 – 85,118 miles
  • 2011 – 78,942 miles
  • 2010 – 73,305 miles
  • 2009 – 65,477 miles
  • 2008 – 59,109 miles
  • 2007 – 50,794 miles
  • 2006 – 41,282 miles
  • 2005 – 34,258 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,583 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wheels moved from front to rear (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe leading to reservoir (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Engine management light on.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,583 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    155,583 miles
    Test number
    182788470476
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wheels moved from front to rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe leading to reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail155,579 miles (+14,117)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,579 miles
    Test number
    682286262686
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged rubbing on leg (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe leading to reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass141,462 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    141,462 miles
    Test number
    105446046330
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear condition of tail pipe small hole

  4. Fail141,462 miles (+3,824)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,462 miles
    Test number
    940011012972
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear condition of tail pipe small hole

  5. Pass137,638 miles (+11,188)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    137,638 miles
    Test number
    900908689731
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front day light running light on.
    • AdvisoryMil light on.

  6. Pass126,450 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    126,450 miles
    Test number
    291509264970
    • AdvisoryM.I.L Lamp on. Emission test passed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail126,450 miles (+12,287)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,450 miles
    Test number
    855192784702
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryM.I.L Lamp on. Emission test passed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass114,163 miles (+9,033)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    114,163 miles
    Test number
    781791745690
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on.

  9. Pass105,130 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    105,130 miles
    Test number
    693698616677
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on.

  10. Fail105,128 miles (+3,913)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,128 miles
    Test number
    787005943243
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on.

  11. Pass101,215 miles (+18,647)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    101,215 miles
    Test number
    635761335119
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteMil light on
    • NoteRear seats not in use

  12. Pass82,568 miles (-6,662)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    82,568 miles
    Test number
    846705534187
    • NoteFront lower arm bushes worn/split
    • NoteMil light on

  13. Pass89,230 miles (+4,112)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    89,230 miles
    Test number
    318971643156
    • NoteChips in screen
    • NoteExhaust system getting rusty inc hanging brackets
    • NoteFront springs rusty
    • NoteN/s/f bottom arm inner bushes slight movement

  14. Pass85,118 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    85,118 miles
    Test number
    636035842195
    • NoteExhaust system getting rusty
    • NoteNearside front suspension arm front bush starting to pull away

  15. Fail85,118 miles (+6,176)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,118 miles
    Test number
    865335542142
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteExhaust system getting rusty
    • NoteNearside front suspension arm front bush starting to pull away

  16. Pass78,942 miles (+5,637)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    78,942 miles
    Test number
    887576441107
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass73,305 miles (+7,828)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    73,305 miles
    Test number
    340557740108
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  18. Pass65,477 miles (+6,368)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    65,477 miles
    Test number
    863329249118
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass59,109 miles (+8,315)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2009
    Odometer
    59,109 miles
    Test number
    703499748128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,794 miles (+9,512)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    50,794 miles
    Test number
    833413247144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail41,282 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,282 miles
    Test number
    732844146117
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  22. Pass41,282 miles (+7,024)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    41,282 miles
    Test number
    944604646102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2006
    Odometer
    34,258 miles
    Test number
    412054645108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail34,258 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,258 miles
    Test number
    674054545192
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Questions about Y277 UGW

Does Y277 UGW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y277 UGW expired on 21 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y277 UGW?
The MOT on Y277 UGW expired on 21 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y277 UGW done?
Y277 UGW was recorded at 155,583 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2022, an average of 7,211 miles a year.
Has Y277 UGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y277 UGW has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on Y277 UGW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 May 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y277 UGW find?
Y277 UGW passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2022 with 5 advisories: central exhaust mounting defective; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wheels moved from front to rear, and 2 more.

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