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Volvo V70

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,435 cc

Y38 EJOMOT history

Y38 EJO is a silver petrol Volvo V70 first used on 31 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 14 Jul 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 114,856 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jul 2023.

Y38 EJO silver Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 14 Jul 2024
Mileage
114,856 mi
At MOT on 5 Jul 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,147 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y38 EJO
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 expired on 14 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y38 EJO was last recorded at 114,856 miles on 5 Jul 2023, 3,609 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,247 miles · 7 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
3,609 miles
Average per year
5,147 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 114,856 miles
  • 2022 – 111,247 miles
  • 2021 – 104,483 miles
  • 2020 – 95,710 miles
  • 2019 – 84,279 miles
  • 2018 – 70,354 miles
  • 2017 – 61,719 miles
  • 2016 – 61,202 miles
  • 2015 – 60,454 miles
  • 2014 – 60,218 miles
  • 2013 – 59,988 miles
  • 2012 – 58,165 miles
  • 2011 – 55,385 miles
  • 2010 – 49,305 miles
  • 2009 – 42,223 miles
  • 2008 – 36,639 miles
  • 2007 – 30,606 miles
  • 2006 – 25,873 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,856 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nail in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))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.

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,856 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    114,856 miles
    Test number
    433574596361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nail in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail114,856 miles (+3,609)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,856 miles
    Test number
    796584967201
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nail in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass111,247 miles (+6,764)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    111,247 miles
    Test number
    512537244665
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass104,483 miles (+8,773)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    104,483 miles
    Test number
    201652445977
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass95,710 miles (+11,431)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    95,710 miles
    Test number
    339048359150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass84,279 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    84,279 miles
    Test number
    508760896391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking / perishing / valve perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre on 3 mm / cracking and perishing / valve perishing

  7. Fail84,279 miles (+13,925)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,279 miles
    Test number
    435122389432
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking / perishing / valve perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre on 3 mm / cracking and perishing / valve perishing

  8. Pass70,354 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    70,354 miles
    Test number
    666755401192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail70,354 miles (+8,635)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,354 miles
    Test number
    212647535883
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  10. Pass61,719 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    61,719 miles
    Test number
    613726346824
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Fail61,719 miles (+517)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,719 miles
    Test number
    850364073471
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass61,202 miles (+748)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    61,202 miles
    Test number
    618848721287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,454 miles (+236)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    60,454 miles
    Test number
    517974685017
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass60,218 miles (+230)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    60,218 miles
    Test number
    129336474001
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass59,988 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    59,988 miles
    Test number
    336392873080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail59,988 miles (+1,823)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,988 miles
    Test number
    839472973031
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass58,165 miles (+2,780)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    58,165 miles
    Test number
    507452082032
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front lower arm front bushes have slight play on atl
    • NoteBoth rear brake disks are slightly corroded
    • NoteCenter box rear silencer and support brackets on exhaust system are slightly corroded
    • NoteRear wiper blade is splitt

  18. Pass55,385 miles (+6,080)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    55,385 miles
    Test number
    238311881094
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass49,305 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    49,305 miles
    Test number
    332610890042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail49,305 miles (+7,082)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,305 miles
    Test number
    573130790030
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass42,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    42,223 miles
    Test number
    731296179032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail42,223 miles (+5,584)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,223 miles
    Test number
    922456379027
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  23. Pass36,639 miles (+6,033)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    36,639 miles
    Test number
    964457988000
    • NoteAdvise hand brake lever travel high, but still has reserve travel.
    • NoteAdvise rear number plate starting to deteriorate

  24. Pass30,606 miles (+4,733)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    30,606 miles
    Test number
    621787187081
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass25,873 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    25,873 miles
    Test number
    181480786074
    • NoteFront tyres are getting low. 2-3 mm
    • NoteService light on.

Questions about Y38 EJO

Does Y38 EJO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y38 EJO expired on 14 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y38 EJO?
The MOT on Y38 EJO expired on 14 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y38 EJO done?
Y38 EJO was recorded at 114,856 miles at its MOT on 5 Jul 2023, an average of 5,147 miles a year.
Has Y38 EJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y38 EJO has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on Y38 EJO 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 Y38 EJO find?
Y38 EJO passed its latest MOT on 5 Jul 2023 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nail in tread, and 1 more.

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