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BT51 TWU

2001 Volvo V70

Silver Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

150,897 mi
Last recorded150,897 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 Volvo V70111,652 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT51 TWU
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2017 150,897 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2017 150,894 miles

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Dec 2016 150,675 miles

both front tyres worn on shoulders

fuel cap seal starting to crack

Pass 22 Dec 2015 150,094 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 147,916 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 146,871 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 145,982 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 145,980 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 23 Nov 2011 145,232 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 142,254 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front has cut on sidewall

Pass 17 Dec 2009 135,214 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both n/s/f and n/s/r tyre walls damaged

play in steering rack both sides

Pass 16 Dec 2008 126,146 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 117,793 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 106,299 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 92,581 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2005 92,576 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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BT51 TWU 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 81.3%.

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 BT51 TWU, 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.

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What year was BT51 TWU registered?

BT51 TWU is a 2001 Volvo V70, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is BT51 TWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT51 TWU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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