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BN51 UXV

2001 Volvo V70

Silver Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

160,785 mi
Last recorded160,785 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 Volvo V70111,652 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN51 UXV
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2017 160,785 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 159,144 miles

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

Fail 1 Feb 2017 159,144 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2015 158,318 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced crack in glass (1.7.5a)

Fail 7 Jul 2014 153,214 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 153,214 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 149,409 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 149,404 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 May 2012 145,857 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 143,880 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 138,425 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 138,425 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2009 132,116 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 125,528 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 119,885 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 111,387 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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BN51 UXV is a 2001 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 111,652 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 BN51 UXV, 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 25 years old, this Volvo V70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN51 UXV registered?

BN51 UXV is a 2001 Volvo V70, first registered on 12 September 2001.

Is BN51 UXV safe to buy?

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