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Volvo V70

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,435 cc

Y294 GHKMOT history

Y294 GHK is a silver petrol Volvo V70 first used on 31 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 30 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 204,418 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

Y294 GHK silver Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Nov 2026
Mileage
204,418 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,968 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y294 GHK
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 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y294 GHK was last recorded at 204,418 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 2,119 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Dec 2014: 104,983 miles, lower than 132,966 miles on 9 Nov 2013.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
202,299 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,119 miles
Average per year
6,968 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 204,418 miles
  • 2024 – 202,299 miles
  • 2023 – 200,214 miles
  • 2022 – 197,111 miles
  • 2021 – 193,216 miles
  • 2020 – 186,956 miles
  • 2019 – 180,609 miles
  • 2018 – 172,080 miles
  • 2017 – 163,840 miles
  • 2016 – 155,626 miles
  • 2015 – 148,075 miles
  • 2014 – 140,983 miles
  • 2013 – 132,966 miles
  • 2012 – 125,335 miles
  • 2011 – 116,476 miles
  • 2010 – 108,269 miles
  • 2009 – 99,490 miles
  • 2008 – 91,216 miles
  • 2007 – 84,073 miles
  • 2006 – 74,278 miles
  • 2005 – 65,631 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,418 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie rod has play
  • AdvisoryEml light is on

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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 14 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,418 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    204,418 miles
    Test number
    473811549507
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie rod has play
    • AdvisoryEml light is on

  2. Fail204,417 miles (+2,118)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,417 miles
    Test number
    551701412781
    • MajorHydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie rod has play
    • AdvisoryEml light is on

  3. Pass202,299 miles (+2,085)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    202,299 miles
    Test number
    745199190272
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass200,214 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    200,214 miles
    Test number
    895428359261
    • AdvisoryFront play in both front inner tie rod joints

  5. Fail200,213 miles (+3,102)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,213 miles
    Test number
    100511294979
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront play in both front inner tie rod joints

  6. Pass197,111 miles (+3,895)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    197,111 miles
    Test number
    951519667036
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass193,216 miles (+127)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    193,216 miles
    Test number
    424301319133
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail193,089 miles (+6,133)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,089 miles
    Test number
    284574181299
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass186,956 miles (+6,347)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    186,956 miles
    Test number
    528691935482
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass180,609 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    180,609 miles
    Test number
    667545325047
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  11. Fail180,608 miles (+8,528)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,608 miles
    Test number
    608426403539
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  12. Pass172,080 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    172,080 miles
    Test number
    206579968914
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  13. Fail172,080 miles (+8,240)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,080 miles
    Test number
    183460659644
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass163,840 miles (+40)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    163,840 miles
    Test number
    938908650688
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  15. Fail163,800 miles (+8,174)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,800 miles
    Test number
    392684545051
    • FailureNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  16. Pass155,626 miles (+272)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    155,626 miles
    Test number
    790040582281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail155,354 miles (+7,279)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,354 miles
    Test number
    852666065239
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass148,075 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    148,075 miles
    Test number
    792088983842
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail148,075 miles (+7,092)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,075 miles
    Test number
    916244790109
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high management light on (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 37% (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working 1of2 (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass140,983 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    140,983 miles
    Test number
    218825934312
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Fail104,983 miles (-27,983)1 failure6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,983 miles
    Test number
    216005934376
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Pass132,966 miles (+7,631)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    132,966 miles
    Test number
    857903013327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass125,335 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    125,335 miles
    Test number
    809811142307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail125,335 miles (+8,859)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,335 miles
    Test number
    445160942418
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass116,476 miles (+8,207)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    116,476 miles
    Test number
    888224631350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass108,269 miles (+8,779)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    108,269 miles
    Test number
    420120440340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass99,490 miles (+8,274)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    99,490 miles
    Test number
    633363449377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass91,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    91,216 miles
    Test number
    820149738352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail91,216 miles (+7,143)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,216 miles
    Test number
    900199838313
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  30. Pass84,073 miles (+9,795)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    84,073 miles
    Test number
    921964547368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass74,278 miles (+8,647)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    74,278 miles
    Test number
    374725946353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass65,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    65,631 miles
    Test number
    444218945449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y294 GHK

Does Y294 GHK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y294 GHK is valid until 30 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y294 GHK?
The MOT on Y294 GHK is valid until 30 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y294 GHK done?
Y294 GHK was recorded at 204,418 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 6,968 miles a year.
Has Y294 GHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y294 GHK has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y294 GHK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Dec 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y294 GHK find?
Y294 GHK passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front tie rod has play; eml light is on.

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