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A18 MVL

2010 Volvo XC70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

100,107 mi
Last recorded100,107 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 2010 Volvo XC7092,850 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 MVL
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 100,107 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Apr 2025 100,107 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 94,649 miles

Engine bay covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components from full view.

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged Slightly loose. ()

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 84,778 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Engine bay covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components from full view.

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Mar 2023 84,619 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Side wall of Tyre . (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Engine bay covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components from full view.

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 77,227 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

engine bay covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 12 Mar 2021 70,485 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 12 Mar 2020 58,468 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 45,588 miles

Emissions too low to trigger the smoke meter

Unable to clearly view the front and rear inner brake pads

Pass 9 Mar 2018 43,892 miles

Emissions too low to trigger the smoke meter

Pass 13 Mar 2017 40,222 miles

Emissions too low to trigger the smoke meter

Engine and sills obscured by trims and under trays

Offside Front tyre becoming worn at inner edge

Pass 1 Mar 2016 37,476 miles

Emissions too low to trigger the smoke meter

Engine and sills obscured by cover trims

Pass 3 Mar 2015 34,965 miles

Emissions too low to trigger the smoke meter

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2014 32,018 miles

Emissions too low to trigger the smoke meter

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Mar 2013 29,799 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo XC70?

Based on 361,836 MOT tests across 23,034 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,931
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
23,034
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 4,853
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,268
Registration plate lamp not working 3,654
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,754
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,697
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A18 MVL is a 2010 Volvo XC70 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2010 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 92,850 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo XC70 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 4,853 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A18 MVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC70 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 16 years old, this Volvo XC70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A18 MVL registered?

A18 MVL is a 2010 Volvo XC70, first registered on 19 March 2010.

Is A18 MVL safe to buy?

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