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AK57 FTE

2007 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

146,089 mi
Last recorded146,089 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Volvo V70103,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK57 FTE
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 146,089 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2025 138,759 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2024 132,138 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2023 126,209 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 122,125 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 118,502 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 115,019 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 107,436 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 99,517 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 91,534 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 81,144 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 81,144 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed both (4.1.D.1b)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 70,075 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 59,626 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 49,771 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 39,834 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 38,013 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 30,681 miles

Front wipers smeary.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nsf outer tyre wall has several cuts, not deep enough to reach cords.

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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AK57 FTE is a 2007 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2007 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 103,558 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 AK57 FTE, 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 19 years old, this Volvo V70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK57 FTE registered?

AK57 FTE is a 2007 Volvo V70, first registered on 19 September 2007.

Is AK57 FTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK57 FTE shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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