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BV61 VZP

2011 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

127,420 mi
Last recorded127,420 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Volvo V7091,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV61 VZP
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 127,420 miles

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

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

underbody covers fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2023 116,076 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside inner edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside inner edges worn and also stepped (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 30 Nov 2023 116,076 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside inner edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside inner edges worn and also stepped (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 25 Oct 2022 110,143 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 104,540 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 99,436 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2020 99,436 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Nov 2019 96,691 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outside wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

front and rear brake pads near limit

Pass 16 Nov 2018 91,445 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 84,616 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Unable to see brake fluid level.

Pass 28 Oct 2016 77,293 miles

advise: engine covers fitted obscuring some items.

advise: under trays fitted obscuring some items.

Pass 17 Nov 2015 68,765 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 64,072 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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BV61 VZP is a 2011 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BV61 VZP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV61 VZP registered?

BV61 VZP is a 2011 Volvo V70, first registered on 15 November 2011.

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The MOT history for BV61 VZP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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