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Volvo C70

Yellow · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y868 XECMOT history

Y868 XEC is a yellow petrol Volvo C70 first used on 12 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 24 Nov 2023 and it has passed 12 of 22 MOT tests, with 126,610 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2023.

Y868 XEC yellow Volvo C70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo C70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 Nov 2023
Mileage
126,610 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2023
MOT tests
22
12 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,071 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y868 XEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
C70
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y868 XEC was last recorded at 126,610 miles on 21 Nov 2023, 2,382 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,228 miles · 25 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
2,382 miles
Average per year
4,071 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 126,610 miles
  • 2022 – 124,228 miles
  • 2021 – 124,216 miles
  • 2016 – 123,246 miles
  • 2014 – 119,605 miles
  • 2013 – 112,486 miles
  • 2012 – 105,936 miles
  • 2011 – 96,853 miles
  • 2010 – 87,922 miles
  • 2009 – 78,580 miles
  • 2008 – 70,241 miles
  • 2007 – 62,128 miles
  • 2006 – 54,265 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail126,610 miles
  • MajorFront Bonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated secondary catch can not be operated as intended (3.1 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Power steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front tie rod has play

What MOT failures 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.

  • Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail126,610 miles (+2,382)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,610 miles
    Test number
    673423568503
    • MajorFront Bonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated secondary catch can not be operated as intended (3.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Power steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tie rod has play

  2. Pass124,228 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    124,228 miles
    Test number
    110576831497
    • AdvisoryVehicle soft top very deteriorated

  3. Fail124,227 miles (+11)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,227 miles
    Test number
    520166674508
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass124,216 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    124,216 miles
    Test number
    614384775764
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Fail124,214 miles (+968)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,214 miles
    Test number
    415009844962
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass123,246 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    123,246 miles
    Test number
    590749585107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail123,222 miles (+3,617)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,222 miles
    Test number
    413080375740
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged ring (3.4.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside front tyre

  8. Pass119,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    119,605 miles
    Test number
    327829624052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail119,605 miles (+7,119)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,605 miles
    Test number
    875099924098
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  10. Pass112,486 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    112,486 miles
    Test number
    975200533039
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Fail112,486 miles (+6,550)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,486 miles
    Test number
    758429323047
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Fail105,936 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,936 miles
    Test number
    318247132058
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass105,936 miles (+9,083)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    105,936 miles
    Test number
    785007632066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass96,853 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    96,853 miles
    Test number
    519355831046
    • NoteRear discs rusty

  15. Fail96,853 miles (+8,931)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,853 miles
    Test number
    509255131018
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteRear discs rusty

  16. Pass87,922 miles (+9,342)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    87,922 miles
    Test number
    174229840009
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass78,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    78,580 miles
    Test number
    920042049088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail78,580 miles (+8,339)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,580 miles
    Test number
    800702549045
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/f fog light bulb not working.

  19. Pass70,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    70,241 miles
    Test number
    694497058037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail70,241 miles (+8,113)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,241 miles
    Test number
    702687158091
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  21. Pass62,128 miles (+7,863)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    62,128 miles
    Test number
    232838817091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass54,265 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    54,265 miles
    Test number
    542444546080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y868 XEC

Does Y868 XEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y868 XEC expired on 24 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y868 XEC?
The MOT on Y868 XEC expired on 24 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y868 XEC done?
Y868 XEC was recorded at 126,610 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2023, an average of 4,071 miles a year.
Has Y868 XEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y868 XEC has failed 10 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on Y868 XEC 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 Y868 XEC find?
Y868 XEC failed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2023 with 2 major defects and 1 advisory: front bonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated secondary catch can not be operated as intended; offside front power steering component leaking rack; nearside front tie rod has play.

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