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Volvo V70

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,435 cc

Y889 RGVMOT history

Y889 RGV is a silver petrol Volvo V70 first used on 29 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 25 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 185,968 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2024.

Y889 RGV silver Volvo V70 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo V70, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 May 2025
Mileage
185,968 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2024
MOT tests
34
19 passed · 15 failed
Per year
5,459 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y889 RGV
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
29 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 May 2025
Latest MOT test
22 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y889 RGV was last recorded at 185,968 miles on 22 May 2024, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,967 miles · 15 May 2024
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,459 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 185,968 miles
  • 2023 – 184,509 miles
  • 2022 – 182,533 miles
  • 2021 – 180,038 miles
  • 2020 – 177,232 miles
  • 2019 – 173,686 miles
  • 2018 – 169,225 miles
  • 2017 – 164,619 miles
  • 2016 – 160,172 miles
  • 2015 – 156,099 miles
  • 2014 – 150,396 miles
  • 2013 – 144,485 miles
  • 2012 – 137,999 miles
  • 2011 – 133,293 miles
  • 2010 – 126,393 miles
  • 2009 – 119,940 miles
  • 2008 – 113,120 miles
  • 2007 – 106,049 miles
  • 2006 – 87,718 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,968 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective both cracked

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

34 tests since 23 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,968 miles (+1)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    185,968 miles
    Test number
    201182932051
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail185,967 miles (+1,458)4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,967 miles
    Test number
    703366790382
    • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (1.1.10 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass184,509 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    184,509 miles
    Test number
    938757348857
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail184,507 miles (+1,974)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,507 miles
    Test number
    366112194533
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass182,533 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    182,533 miles
    Test number
    915540144791
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail182,533 miles (+2,495)7 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,533 miles
    Test number
    743223081789
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass180,038 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    180,038 miles
    Test number
    278691973208
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush on both sides splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation on inside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail180,038 miles (+2,806)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,038 miles
    Test number
    675996843766
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush on both sides splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation on inside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass177,232 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2021
    Odometer
    177,232 miles
    Test number
    712843741580
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail177,230 miles (+3,544)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,230 miles
    Test number
    909394025164
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front screen washer not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass173,686 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    173,686 miles
    Test number
    169095589105
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail173,686 miles (+4,461)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,686 miles
    Test number
    383137743708
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass169,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    169,225 miles
    Test number
    383242250698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail169,224 miles (+4,605)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,224 miles
    Test number
    391582378512
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  15. Pass164,619 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    164,619 miles
    Test number
    574614767515
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail164,618 miles (+4,446)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,618 miles
    Test number
    798443897425
    • DangerousNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid blocked (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass160,172 miles (+4,073)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    160,172 miles
    Test number
    715404753220
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryItem removed from windscreen prior to test restricting vision

  18. Pass156,099 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    156,099 miles
    Test number
    499792345181
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Fail156,098 miles (+5,702)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,098 miles
    Test number
    145412245118
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass150,396 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    150,396 miles
    Test number
    608069334111
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Fail150,394 miles (+5,909)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,394 miles
    Test number
    275259034438
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Fail144,485 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,485 miles
    Test number
    418010743174
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteEML on

  23. Pass144,485 miles (+6,486)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    144,485 miles
    Test number
    928910043118
    • NoteEML on

  24. Pass137,999 miles (+4,706)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    137,999 miles
    Test number
    598152932105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  25. Pass133,293 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    133,293 miles
    Test number
    139868931181
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Fail133,297 miles (+6,904)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,297 miles
    Test number
    105138931135
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Pass126,393 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    126,393 miles
    Test number
    573937820136
    • NoteWear in front lower arm bushes

  28. Fail126,393 miles (+6,453)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,393 miles
    Test number
    411167020165
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteWear in front lower arm bushes

  29. Pass119,940 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    119,940 miles
    Test number
    444983139135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail119,930 miles (+6,810)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,930 miles
    Test number
    652471639193
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  31. Pass113,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    113,120 miles
    Test number
    641820248153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail113,120 miles (+7,071)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,120 miles
    Test number
    104020048117
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  33. Pass106,049 miles (+18,331)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2008
    Odometer
    106,049 miles
    Test number
    380308027191
    • NoteWEAR IN FRONT LOWER ARM BUSHES BOTH SIDES.

  34. Pass87,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    87,718 miles
    Test number
    482173946174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y889 RGV

Does Y889 RGV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y889 RGV expired on 25 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y889 RGV?
The MOT on Y889 RGV expired on 25 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y889 RGV done?
Y889 RGV was recorded at 185,968 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2024, an average of 5,459 miles a year.
Has Y889 RGV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y889 RGV has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2024.
Has the mileage on Y889 RGV 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 Y889 RGV find?
Y889 RGV passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2024 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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