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DF51 RZL

2002 Volvo V70

Red Lpg 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

186,290 mi
Last recorded186,290 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 2002 Volvo V70111,831 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF51 RZL
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 186,290 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of the vehicle

Engine oil level low

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

Nearside Front 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))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 179,251 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

service light on dash

Fail 18 Sep 2018 179,251 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

service light on dash

Pass 22 Sep 2017 171,758 miles

Engine management light on the dash

Fail 21 Sep 2017 171,757 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Engine management light on the dash

Nearside Rear Brake light is dull

Pass 13 Sep 2016 162,309 miles

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 152,132 miles

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

engine management light on dash

Pass 22 Oct 2014 138,829 miles

engine manage ment light on dash

Pass 4 Sep 2013 126,285 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 126,283 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 97,485 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 97,485 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 84,260 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 70,835 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 59,591 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 59,591 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 46,278 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 35,480 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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DF51 RZL is a 2002 Volvo V70 in Red with a 2,435cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 RZL, 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.

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What year was DF51 RZL registered?

DF51 RZL is a 2002 Volvo V70, first registered on 31 January 2002.

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