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Volvo V70

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 2,319 cc

Y296 FAAMOT history

Y296 FAA is a red petrol Volvo V70 first used on 4 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 131,998 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

Y296 FAA red Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
131,998 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,244 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y296 FAA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,319 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
4 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y296 FAA was last recorded at 131,998 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,988 miles · 25 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
4,244 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,998 miles
  • 2025 – 129,073 miles
  • 2024 – 126,612 miles
  • 2023 – 123,865 miles
  • 2022 – 120,418 miles
  • 2021 – 118,020 miles
  • 2020 – 116,339 miles
  • 2019 – 112,628 miles
  • 2018 – 109,592 miles
  • 2017 – 105,810 miles
  • 2016 – 102,245 miles
  • 2015 – 96,363 miles
  • 2014 – 90,432 miles
  • 2013 – 86,185 miles
  • 2012 – 83,347 miles
  • 2011 – 79,955 miles
  • 2010 – 73,656 miles
  • 2009 – 65,165 miles
  • 2008 – 61,101 miles
  • 2007 – 53,367 miles
  • 2006 – 46,862 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,998 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Perished tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

32 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,998 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    131,998 miles
    Test number
    387764610251
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail131,988 miles (+2,915)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,988 miles
    Test number
    534011785321
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass129,073 miles (+2,461)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    129,073 miles
    Test number
    313394592010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass126,612 miles (+2,747)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    126,612 miles
    Test number
    734681642274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass123,865 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    123,865 miles
    Test number
    894693723409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail123,854 miles (+3,436)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,854 miles
    Test number
    773088899988
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass120,418 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    120,418 miles
    Test number
    510922572234
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated N/S/F AND O/S/F FLEXI HOSES PERISHED (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFRONT DISCS A LITTLE CORRODED INSIDE FACES
    • AdvisoryN/S WISHBONE BUSH A LITTLE SPLIT

  8. Fail120,400 miles (+2,380)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,400 miles
    Test number
    346443396770
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play O/S AND N/S INNER TIE RODS (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated N/S/F AND O/S/F FLEXI HOSES PERISHED (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFRONT DISCS A LITTLE CORRODED INSIDE FACES
    • AdvisoryN/S WISHBONE BUSH A LITTLE SPLIT

  9. Pass118,020 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    118,020 miles
    Test number
    102514578847
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Perished tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside front top mount bush worn
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail118,017 miles (+1,678)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,017 miles
    Test number
    101832137989
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Perished tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside front top mount bush worn
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass116,339 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    116,339 miles
    Test number
    518364592722
    • AdvisoryExhaust surface corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Perished tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail116,338 miles (+3,710)7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,338 miles
    Test number
    822780072787
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear 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))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements Lever high travel (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust surface corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Perished tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass112,628 miles (+3,036)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    112,628 miles
    Test number
    119721274817
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass109,592 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    109,592 miles
    Test number
    702311945372
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured Both sides (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Fail109,590 miles (+3,780)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,590 miles
    Test number
    295428866507
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear box (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured Both sides (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass105,810 miles (+3,565)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    105,810 miles
    Test number
    598833579094
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded but not holed

  17. Pass102,245 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    102,245 miles
    Test number
    725027027123
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail102,230 miles (+5,867)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,230 miles
    Test number
    168288932890
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass96,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    96,363 miles
    Test number
    458767045031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail96,363 miles (+5,931)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,363 miles
    Test number
    678807345044
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  21. Pass90,432 miles (+4,247)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    90,432 miles
    Test number
    258257034022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass86,185 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    86,185 miles
    Test number
    669616253002
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Fail86,185 miles (+2,838)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,185 miles
    Test number
    636486353088
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass83,347 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    83,347 miles
    Test number
    305690392089
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Fail83,345 miles (+3,390)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,345 miles
    Test number
    118309482400
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass79,955 miles (+6,299)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    79,955 miles
    Test number
    829220681095
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass73,656 miles (+8,491)9 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    73,656 miles
    Test number
    600554080039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteN/s/f head light condensated
    • NoteSlight play in both track rod arms

  28. Pass65,165 miles (+4,064)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    65,165 miles
    Test number
    362603389068
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  29. Pass61,101 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    61,101 miles
    Test number
    113344898470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail61,096 miles (+7,729)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,096 miles
    Test number
    600723798088
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  31. Pass53,367 miles (+6,505)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    53,367 miles
    Test number
    681749587045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass46,862 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    46,862 miles
    Test number
    521790396028
    • NoteHandbrake needs lookinh at. Is little bit high but still has reserve travel.

Questions about Y296 FAA

Does Y296 FAA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y296 FAA is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y296 FAA?
The MOT on Y296 FAA is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y296 FAA done?
Y296 FAA was recorded at 131,998 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 4,244 miles a year.
Has Y296 FAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y296 FAA has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y296 FAA 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 Y296 FAA find?
Y296 FAA passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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