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AO56 OYL

2006 Volvo XC70

Red Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

143,023 mi
Last recorded143,023 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Volvo XC70105,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO56 OYL
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 143,023 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2024 140,774 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2023 138,485 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s ()

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip n/s (3.2 (a) (i))

hand brake has free travel but holds on gradient

Fail 25 Sep 2023 138,483 miles

Brake hose excessively damaged n/s front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake hose excessively damaged o/s front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s ()

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip n/s (3.2 (a) (i))

hand brake has free travel but holds on gradient

Pass 23 Sep 2022 132,777 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2021 126,685 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 121,206 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2019 116,913 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2018 113,475 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 107,518 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 98,771 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 90,170 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 81,988 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 71,956 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 62,561 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 54,806 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 43,934 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 36,937 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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AO56 OYL is a 2006 Volvo XC70 in Red with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2006 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 105,810 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 AO56 OYL, 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 20 years old, this Volvo XC70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO56 OYL registered?

AO56 OYL is a 2006 Volvo XC70, first registered on 30 September 2006.

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