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Volvo V70

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,435 cc

Y285 LRNMOT history

Y285 LRN is a blue petrol Volvo V70 first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 193,237 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

Y285 LRN blue Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
193,237 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,072 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y285 LRN
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
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y285 LRN was last recorded at 193,237 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 1,680 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Feb 2017: 67,692 miles, lower than 158,659 miles on 23 Feb 2016.

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
191,557 miles · 18 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,680 miles
Average per year
6,072 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 193,237 miles
  • 2025 – 191,557 miles
  • 2024 – 189,293 miles
  • 2023 – 187,028 miles
  • 2022 – 183,383 miles
  • 2021 – 180,318 miles
  • 2020 – 179,068 miles
  • 2019 – 176,184 miles
  • 2018 – 174,183 miles
  • 2017 – 167,692 miles
  • 2016 – 158,659 miles
  • 2015 – 148,806 miles
  • 2014 – 138,713 miles
  • 2013 – 131,160 miles
  • 2012 – 124,452 miles
  • 2011 – 117,696 miles
  • 2010 – 109,170 miles
  • 2009 – 101,165 miles
  • 2008 – 93,380 miles
  • 2007 – 83,233 miles
  • 2006 – 71,994 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,237 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.

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Both front tyres close to min limits

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Exhaust corroded + blowing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • N/s/r brake fluctuating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear brake disc surfaces rusted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Drive shaft gear box seals leaking oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass193,237 miles (+1,680)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    193,237 miles
    Test number
    877238700231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass191,557 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    191,557 miles
    Test number
    387254507658
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted

  3. Fail191,548 miles (+2,255)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,548 miles
    Test number
    312417292027
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass189,293 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    189,293 miles
    Test number
    220105843049
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated N/S AND O/S (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail189,284 miles (+2,256)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,284 miles
    Test number
    432751939465
    • MajorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both n/s and o/s (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid drivers (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass187,028 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    187,028 miles
    Test number
    304995372998
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail187,019 miles (+3,636)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,019 miles
    Test number
    898104371818
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass183,383 miles (+3,065)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    183,383 miles
    Test number
    750332840888
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight damage to front bumper

  9. Pass180,318 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    180,318 miles
    Test number
    289855957387
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail180,310 miles (+1,242)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,310 miles
    Test number
    949533813560
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking tank filler pipe above axle (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass179,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    179,068 miles
    Test number
    577685223399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail179,068 miles (+2,884)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,068 miles
    Test number
    434651617432
    • MajorNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass176,184 miles (+2,001)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    176,184 miles
    Test number
    984102429874
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise excessive play in steering rack inner joint n/s
    • AdvisoryAdvise temporary exhaust mount at rear

  14. Pass174,183 miles (+6,491)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    174,183 miles
    Test number
    845044456772
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outter edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Nearside and Offside (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass167,692 miles (+100,000)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    167,692 miles
    Test number
    776278909474
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres close to min limits
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded + blowing
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake fluctuating
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc surfaces rusted

  16. Fail67,692 miles (-90,967)1 dangerous6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,692 miles
    Test number
    212160271538
    • DangerousWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blades split badly (8.2.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested due exhaust (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened corroded and leaking oil (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres close to min limits
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded + blowing
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake fluctuating
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc surfaces rusted

  17. Pass158,659 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    158,659 miles
    Test number
    495776497170
    • AdvisoryDrive shaft gear box seals leaking oil
    • AdvisoryO/s/f strut has oil misting also corroded at top

  18. Fail158,659 miles (+9,853)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,659 miles
    Test number
    596992188469
    • FailureBrake hose excessively deteriorated both fronts showing cord (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle n/s/f pulling low 38% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryDrive shaft gear box seals leaking oil
    • AdvisoryO/s/f strut has oil misting also corroded at top

  19. Pass148,806 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    148,806 miles
    Test number
    165157235421
    • 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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear silencer corroding

  20. Fail148,806 miles (+10,093)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,806 miles
    Test number
    808207735008
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear silencer corroding

  21. Pass138,713 miles (+7,553)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    138,713 miles
    Test number
    959225344070
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteRear silencer corroding

  22. Pass131,160 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    131,160 miles
    Test number
    169409033427
    • 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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail131,160 miles (+6,708)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,160 miles
    Test number
    618479333062
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass124,452 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    124,452 miles
    Test number
    718228932044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail124,452 miles (+6,756)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,452 miles
    Test number
    669538432084
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass117,696 miles (+8,526)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    117,696 miles
    Test number
    498895041033
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust system is corroding

  27. Pass109,170 miles (+8,005)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    109,170 miles
    Test number
    270198440052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass101,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    101,165 miles
    Test number
    142504049056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail101,165 miles (+7,785)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,165 miles
    Test number
    260234849019
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  30. Pass93,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    93,380 miles
    Test number
    452425448060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail93,380 miles (+10,147)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,380 miles
    Test number
    234665948076
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  32. Pass83,233 miles (+11,239)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    83,233 miles
    Test number
    162266747032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass71,994 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    71,994 miles
    Test number
    543260246091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y285 LRN

Does Y285 LRN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y285 LRN is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y285 LRN?
The MOT on Y285 LRN is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y285 LRN done?
Y285 LRN was recorded at 193,237 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 6,072 miles a year.
Has Y285 LRN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y285 LRN has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on Y285 LRN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Feb 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y285 LRN find?
Y285 LRN passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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