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Volvo V70

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,435 cc

Y52 OBHMOT history

Y52 OBH is a blue petrol Volvo V70 first used on 5 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Oct 2025 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 197,135 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2024.

Y52 OBH blue Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Oct 2025
Mileage
197,135 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2024
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,009 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y52 OBH
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
5 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y52 OBH was last recorded at 197,135 miles on 18 Oct 2024, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,125 miles · 7 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
5,009 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 197,135 miles
  • 2023 – 194,977 miles
  • 2022 – 191,907 miles
  • 2021 – 191,512 miles
  • 2020 – 191,248 miles
  • 2019 – 190,480 miles
  • 2018 – 189,348 miles
  • 2017 – 189,276 miles
  • 2016 – 182,765 miles
  • 2015 – 176,723 miles
  • 2014 – 171,258 miles
  • 2013 – 165,388 miles
  • 2012 – 157,844 miles
  • 2011 – 148,372 miles
  • 2010 – 138,460 miles
  • 2009 – 129,859 miles
  • 2008 – 123,407 miles
  • 2007 – 116,213 miles
  • 2006 – 103,365 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,135 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slight leak of grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 4 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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 28 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,135 miles (+10)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    197,135 miles
    Test number
    134239677734
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slight leak of grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail197,125 miles (+2,148)6 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,125 miles
    Test number
    602754516327
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. Space saver fitted (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slight leak of grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass194,977 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    194,977 miles
    Test number
    459964655621
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail194,977 miles (+3,070)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,977 miles
    Test number
    127570989873
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass191,907 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    191,907 miles
    Test number
    255768158391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Fail191,907 miles (+395)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,907 miles
    Test number
    752832924644
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass191,512 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    191,512 miles
    Test number
    885472762795
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers casings corroded
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust weak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail191,510 miles (+262)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,510 miles
    Test number
    313750986105
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers casings corroded
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust weak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass191,248 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    191,248 miles
    Test number
    155679056033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail191,248 miles (+768)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,248 miles
    Test number
    430390538108
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass190,480 miles (+1,132)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    190,480 miles
    Test number
    217597963917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass189,348 miles (+72)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    189,348 miles
    Test number
    712725598943
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside Rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass189,276 miles (+57)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    189,276 miles
    Test number
    219339863653
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail189,219 miles (+6,454)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,219 miles
    Test number
    379714433328
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass182,765 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    182,765 miles
    Test number
    828730854188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail182,760 miles (+1,097)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,760 miles
    Test number
    459442563826
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass181,663 miles (+4,940)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    181,663 miles
    Test number
    471917302893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass176,723 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    176,723 miles
    Test number
    299852675069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail176,722 miles (+5,464)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,722 miles
    Test number
    629220075061
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass171,258 miles (+5,870)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    171,258 miles
    Test number
    849473464083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass165,388 miles (+7,544)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    165,388 miles
    Test number
    697683973002
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass157,844 miles (+93)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    157,844 miles
    Test number
    596214142042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail157,751 miles (+9,379)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,751 miles
    Test number
    266521242095
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  24. Pass148,372 miles (+9,912)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    148,372 miles
    Test number
    937718231074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAll tyres wearing low
    • NoteEml light on

  25. Pass138,460 miles (+8,601)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    138,460 miles
    Test number
    110149440011
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront brake disks worn and corroded and front pads worn low. change asap
    • NoteRear brake disks corroded

  26. Pass129,859 miles (+6,452)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    129,859 miles
    Test number
    583723129099
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  27. Pass123,407 miles (+7,194)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    123,407 miles
    Test number
    583921938028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass116,213 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    116,213 miles
    Test number
    114571837456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail116,212 miles (+12,847)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,212 miles
    Test number
    840870537022
    • FailureNearside Outer Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  30. Pass103,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    103,365 miles
    Test number
    731718326086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y52 OBH

Does Y52 OBH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y52 OBH expired on 17 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y52 OBH?
The MOT on Y52 OBH expired on 17 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y52 OBH done?
Y52 OBH was recorded at 197,135 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2024, an average of 5,009 miles a year.
Has Y52 OBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y52 OBH has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on Y52 OBH 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 Y52 OBH find?
Y52 OBH passed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2024 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight leak of grease; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 10 more.

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