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Volvo V70

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 2,435 cc

Y37 VKJMOT history

Y37 VKJ is a red petrol Volvo V70 first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 11 Sept 2024 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 137,684 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2023.

Y37 VKJ red Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Sept 2024
Mileage
137,684 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2023
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,163 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y37 VKJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
V70
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y37 VKJ was last recorded at 137,684 miles on 12 Sept 2023, 4,550 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,134 miles · 6 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
4,550 miles
Average per year
5,163 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 137,684 miles
  • 2022 – 133,134 miles
  • 2021 – 128,939 miles
  • 2020 – 121,751 miles
  • 2019 – 111,804 miles
  • 2018 – 108,655 miles
  • 2017 – 104,586 miles
  • 2016 – 101,435 miles
  • 2015 – 97,335 miles
  • 2014 – 92,955 miles
  • 2013 – 88,265 miles
  • 2012 – 84,444 miles
  • 2011 – 79,985 miles
  • 2010 – 76,144 miles
  • 2009 – 71,651 miles
  • 2008 – 65,747 miles
  • 2007 – 56,537 miles
  • 2006 – 47,059 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,684 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (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.

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Direction indicator not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 22 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,684 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    137,684 miles
    Test number
    140123684397
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail137,684 miles (+4,550)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,684 miles
    Test number
    733680553622
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass133,134 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    133,134 miles
    Test number
    236975683658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail133,134 miles (+4,195)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,134 miles
    Test number
    913939396736
    • MajorCentral Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass128,939 miles (+92)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    128,939 miles
    Test number
    907495559812
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer mount broken but exhaust still adequately supported/EML ON

  6. Fail128,847 miles (+7,096)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,847 miles
    Test number
    251774010946
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/65/15 marked yellow (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer mount broken but exhaust still adequately supported/EML ON

  7. Pass121,751 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    121,751 miles
    Test number
    718662562140
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rear silencer mount broken but exhaust still adequately supported (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar 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))

  8. Fail121,751 miles (+9,947)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,751 miles
    Test number
    817361188986
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rear silencer mount broken but exhaust still adequately supported (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar 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))

  9. Pass111,804 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    111,804 miles
    Test number
    466949775908
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust has a slight leak but not to excess

  10. Fail111,804 miles (+3,149)1 dangerous3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,804 miles
    Test number
    820803622898
    • DangerousFluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety fuel hose (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust has a slight leak but not to excess

  11. Pass108,655 miles (+4,069)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    108,655 miles
    Test number
    871535321148
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner drive shaft boot weeping

  12. Pass104,586 miles (+3,151)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    104,586 miles
    Test number
    417665709306
    • AdvisoryCondensation in NS headlamp

  13. Pass101,435 miles (+4,100)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    101,435 miles
    Test number
    512068671703
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySlight play OS inner rack arm

  14. Pass97,335 miles (+4,380)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    97,335 miles
    Test number
    939886935211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass92,955 miles (+4,690)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    92,955 miles
    Test number
    388873834251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass88,265 miles (+3,821)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    88,265 miles
    Test number
    888356723231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass84,444 miles (+4,459)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    84,444 miles
    Test number
    988766332246
    • NoteOSF suspension lower arm rear bush starting to seperate

  18. Pass79,985 miles (+3,841)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    79,985 miles
    Test number
    408376531261
    • NoteN/s head lamp has water inside not effecting beam pattern

  19. Pass76,144 miles (+4,493)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    76,144 miles
    Test number
    453525030250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail71,651 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,651 miles
    Test number
    122048439289
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteRear number plate has some water ingress

  21. Pass71,651 miles (+5,904)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    71,651 miles
    Test number
    431858139219
    • 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)
    • NoteRear number plate has some water ingress

  22. Pass65,747 miles (+3,002)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    65,747 miles
    Test number
    313351148441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass62,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    62,745 miles
    Test number
    774172558086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail62,745 miles (+6,208)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,745 miles
    Test number
    802012758021
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  25. Pass56,537 miles (+9,478)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    56,537 miles
    Test number
    661332857043
    • NoteO/s/f wishbone rear bush starting to separate/all tyres wearing low on edges

  26. Pass47,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    47,059 miles
    Test number
    962643656032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y37 VKJ

Does Y37 VKJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y37 VKJ expired on 11 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y37 VKJ?
The MOT on Y37 VKJ expired on 11 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y37 VKJ done?
Y37 VKJ was recorded at 137,684 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2023, an average of 5,163 miles a year.
Has Y37 VKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y37 VKJ has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on Y37 VKJ 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 Y37 VKJ find?
Y37 VKJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside rear upper position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 1 more.

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