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A7 VYW

2011 Volvo XC70

Bronze Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

172,204 mi
Last recorded172,204 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Volvo XC7084,684 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 VYW
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2011
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 172,204 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 164,428 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 154,391 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 139,794 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 126,979 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 117,583 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 108,796 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 92,964 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 73,239 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 58,029 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 45,270 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2015 45,270 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 32,292 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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A7 VYW is a 2011 Volvo XC70 in Bronze with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 84,684 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 A7 VYW, 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 15 years old, this Volvo XC70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A7 VYW registered?

A7 VYW is a 2011 Volvo XC70, first registered on 19 December 2011.

Is A7 VYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 VYW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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