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AE61 CHG

2011 Volvo V70

White Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

156,315 mi
Last recorded156,315 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Volvo V7091,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE61 CHG
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 156,315 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

undertrays and sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Fail 13 May 2026 156,315 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

undertrays and sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 3 Sep 2024 146,750 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2024 146,750 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 138,927 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 131,343 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage at steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 14 Sep 2022 131,343 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage at steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 125,871 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 24 Sep 2021 125,871 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 29 Aug 2020 98,562 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 67,727 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 27 Aug 2019 67,727 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Sep 2018 57,724 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 25 Sep 2018 57,724 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Aug 2017 46,297 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 29 Aug 2017 46,297 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2016 36,078 miles

Engine covers fitted

Sill trims fitted

Undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Sep 2015 27,047 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 16,260 miles

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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AE61 CHG is a 2011 Volvo V70 in White with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2011 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 91,852 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AE61 CHG, 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 15 years old, this Volvo V70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AE61 CHG is a 2011 Volvo V70, first registered on 26 September 2011.

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