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A9 YFA

2000 Volvo V70

Silver Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

155,618 mi
Last recorded155,618 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2015
Typical for 2000 Volvo V70120,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 YFA
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2015 155,618 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 151,284 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 143,737 miles

Offside engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Offside headlamp started to deteriorate and distorts beam

Rear shockabsorber gaiters torn/split

Fail 1 Aug 2013 143,736 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Offside headlamp started to deteriorate and distorts beam

Rear shockabsorber gaiters torn/split

Pass 16 Jul 2012 139,158 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 134,415 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 130,458 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 128,603 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 128,582 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Fail 27 Jun 2008 126,069 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 126,069 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 109,916 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 99,785 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2006 99,282 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside front tyre poor

Offside front flexable brake hose cracking

How Reliable is the Volvo V70?

Based on 1,930,508 MOT tests across 117,393 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,266
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,106
position lamp(s) not working 56,250
Registration plate lamp not working 44,172
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35,659
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,149
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A9 YFA is a 2000 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2000 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 120,478 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo V70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A9 YFA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 26 years old, this Volvo V70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A9 YFA registered?

A9 YFA is a 2000 Volvo V70, first registered on 11 February 2000.

Is A9 YFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 YFA shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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