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BJ61 RXL

2011 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

136,271 mi
Last recorded136,271 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Volvo V7091,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ61 RXL
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 136,271 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2025 125,097 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 115,964 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 102,088 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2022 89,355 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides and slightly cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Oct 2022 89,355 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides and slightly cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 84,368 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2020 77,885 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 71,592 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 62,876 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 53,800 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 45,423 miles

Front Inner tyres worn edges

Pass 13 Oct 2015 37,668 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 37,668 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 26,816 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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BJ61 RXL is a 2011 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 BJ61 RXL, 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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What year was BJ61 RXL registered?

BJ61 RXL is a 2011 Volvo V70, first registered on 28 October 2011.

Is BJ61 RXL safe to buy?

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