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Volvo S70

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 2,435 cc

YAD 226MOT history

YAD 226 is a red petrol Volvo S70 first used on 4 Feb 1998. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 274,813 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Nov 2026
Mileage
274,813 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,524 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
YAD 226
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volvo
Model
S70
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,435 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
4 Feb 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

YAD 226 was last recorded at 274,813 miles on 15 Oct 2025, 2,431 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
272,382 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,431 miles
Average per year
6,524 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 274,813 miles
  • 2024 – 272,382 miles
  • 2023 – 267,619 miles
  • 2022 – 264,239 miles
  • 2021 – 260,731 miles
  • 2020 – 257,720 miles
  • 2019 – 249,639 miles
  • 2018 – 243,561 miles
  • 2017 – 237,906 miles
  • 2016 – 228,873 miles
  • 2015 – 221,100 miles
  • 2014 – 214,228 miles
  • 2013 – 208,072 miles
  • 2012 – 200,461 miles
  • 2011 – 187,173 miles
  • 2010 – 174,520 miles
  • 2009 – 164,776 miles
  • 2008 – 159,888 miles
  • 2007 – 153,795 miles
  • 2006 – 146,450 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass274,813 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. low effort (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced will soon need attention (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass274,813 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    274,813 miles
    Test number
    216655932919
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. low effort (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced will soon need attention (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail274,813 miles (+2,431)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    274,813 miles
    Test number
    521074642816
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. low effort (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced will soon need attention (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass272,382 miles (+1,758)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    272,382 miles
    Test number
    287226657928
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass270,624 miles (+3,005)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    270,624 miles
    Test number
    852011426302
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass267,619 miles (+3,380)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    267,619 miles
    Test number
    210224302516
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass264,239 miles (+3,508)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    264,239 miles
    Test number
    731411013344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass260,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    260,731 miles
    Test number
    423920441991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail260,731 miles (+3,011)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    260,731 miles
    Test number
    120018447102
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass257,720 miles (+8,081)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    257,720 miles
    Test number
    340508095154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass249,639 miles (+6,078)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    249,639 miles
    Test number
    926032216278
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight misting (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass243,561 miles (+5,655)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    243,561 miles
    Test number
    320160153247
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass237,906 miles (+9,033)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    237,906 miles
    Test number
    438566743507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass228,873 miles (+7,773)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    228,873 miles
    Test number
    758341093990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass221,100 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    221,100 miles
    Test number
    148713545499
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside front fog light missing

  15. Fail221,100 miles (+6,872)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,100 miles
    Test number
    217983545022
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside front fog light missing

  16. Fail214,228 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,228 miles
    Test number
    118669844452
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass214,228 miles (+6,156)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    214,228 miles
    Test number
    248459344016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass208,072 miles (+7,611)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    208,072 miles
    Test number
    779130443095
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass200,461 miles (+13,288)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    200,461 miles
    Test number
    165413032063
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass187,173 miles (+12,653)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    187,173 miles
    Test number
    268937721018
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front foglight missing.

  21. Pass174,520 miles (+9,744)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    174,520 miles
    Test number
    980639930070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass164,776 miles (+4,888)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    164,776 miles
    Test number
    562390349018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail159,888 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,888 miles
    Test number
    690409138097
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass159,888 miles (+6,093)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    159,888 miles
    Test number
    864139338069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass153,795 miles (+7,345)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    153,795 miles
    Test number
    123980847008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass146,450 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    146,450 miles
    Test number
    103232246052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about YAD 226

What vehicle is registration YAD 226 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show YAD 226 on a red petrol Volvo S70 first used on 4 Feb 1998. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does YAD 226 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on YAD 226 is valid until 10 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on YAD 226?
The MOT on YAD 226 is valid until 10 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has YAD 226 done?
YAD 226 was recorded at 274,813 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2025, an average of 6,524 miles a year.
Has YAD 226 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. YAD 226 has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on YAD 226 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 YAD 226 find?
YAD 226 passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2025 with 4 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside rear parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. low effort; offside rear suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced will soon need attention, and 1 more.

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