Yes, R708 AWL is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 August 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for R708 AWL?

The MOT for R708 AWL is valid and due for renewal on or before 28 March 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of R708 AWL?

The recorded mileage for R708 AWL is 183,858 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R708 AWL ULEZ compliant?

No, R708 AWL does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

Road Tax Paid

1998 Volvo V70 2.4L Petrol · R708 AWL

R708 AWL

1998 Volvo V70 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 01/05/1998. Recorded mileage 183,858 miles. MOT valid until 28/03/2027. Taxed until 01/08/2027.

Make & Model: VOLVO V70
Year / Origin: 1998 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 28/03/2027
Road Tax: Taxed (01/08/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 183,858 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 2.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Valid

Valid until 28/03/2027

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/08/2027

Mileage: 183,858 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1998
Engine: 2435cc

Mechanical Assessment

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The 1998 Volvo V70 holds a current valid MOT following the March 2026 test, but the maintenance trajectory shows a worsening trend of deferred upkeep. The vehicle passed on 16 March 2026 at 183,858 miles, though the tester flagged binding nearside front and rear service brakes, a corroded and pitted front brake disc, slight play in the.

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R708 AWL Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 16/03/2026
183,858 miles recorded at latest MOT
5 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Excellent

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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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R708 AWL Mileage History

07/03/2022171,606 mi
16/03/2023176,015 mi+4,409 mi
04/03/2024177,407 mi+1,392 mi
04/03/2025178,456 mi+1,049 mi
16/03/2026183,858 mi+5,402 mi

Average of roughly 3,044 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

R708 AWL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 31 Aug 2026, 21:45

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Volvo V70 (R708 AWL) between March 2022 and March 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 22 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Steering (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 22 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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