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AU56 OAW

2006 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,001 mi
Last recorded85,001 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Volvo V70104,440 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 OAW
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 85,001 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2025 82,010 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 78,877 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 75,355 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 72,088 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 69,102 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 66,601 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 62,732 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 56,252 miles

Nearside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 2.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 54,128 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 50,933 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 50,933 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 49,495 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 19 Jun 2014 43,966 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 43,966 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 38,506 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Fail 19 Jun 2013 38,506 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 34,162 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 30,519 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 26,714 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 20,452 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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AU56 OAW is a 2006 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 104,440 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 AU56 OAW, 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 20 years old, this Volvo V70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU56 OAW registered?

AU56 OAW is a 2006 Volvo V70, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is AU56 OAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU56 OAW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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