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AY56 BUV

2006 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

160,846 mi
Last recorded160,846 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2021
Typical for 2006 Volvo V70104,440 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY56 BUV
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2021 160,846 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2021 160,842 miles

Headlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn bolts to hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively special (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge 225/45/17 y xl (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2020 157,670 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair handbrake high (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 22 May 2019 152,686 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 May 2018 142,344 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 142,342 miles

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

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side Inboard shoes (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 133,449 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front 225/45/17 w xl (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 118,031 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arms Front bushes (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 101,984 miles

Steering lock stop deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 8 Jun 2015 101,984 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Steering lock stop deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

Fail 10 Jun 2014 85,603 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 10 Jun 2014 85,603 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 19 Sep 2013 79,140 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 70,325 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 62,607 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 53,182 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 43,292 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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AY56 BUV is a 2006 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AY56 BUV, 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.

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What year was AY56 BUV registered?

AY56 BUV is a 2006 Volvo V70, first registered on 18 September 2006.

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