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DF51 MRU

2002 Volvo V70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

185,997 mi
Last recorded185,997 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 2002 Volvo V70111,831 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF51 MRU
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 185,997 miles
Fail 30 May 2019 185,850 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt pretensioner deployed (7.1.4 (a))

Pass 19 May 2018 181,500 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 177,654 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 172,126 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 165,400 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 157,375 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 149,922 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 144,337 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 18 May 2011 138,709 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 18 May 2011 138,709 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 May 2010 132,669 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 123,527 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 123,527 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 10 May 2008 115,380 miles

rear tyres close to limit,cracking and nail in n/s

slight play in o/s/f anti roll bar link

Pass 21 May 2007 103,813 miles

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 100,863 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 92,606 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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DF51 MRU is a 2002 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 111,831 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 DF51 MRU, 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 24 years old, this Volvo V70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DF51 MRU?

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What year was DF51 MRU registered?

DF51 MRU is a 2002 Volvo V70, first registered on 30 January 2002.

Is DF51 MRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF51 MRU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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