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DG56 VHF

2006 Volvo V70

Red Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2021
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

157,255 mi
Last recorded157,255 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 Volvo V70104,440 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG56 VHF
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2020 157,255 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust system corroded

rear bumper damaged

rear light lenses temporary repaired

steering contacting wheel arch on full lock

Fail 4 Dec 2020 157,209 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering locking device ineffective track rod end / tie rod nut loose (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Rear bumper damaged

exhaust system corroded

n/s and o/s steering lock stops worn allowing tyres too contact body on full lock

temporary repaires too both rear light lenses

Pass 18 Dec 2019 143,422 miles

Central Front mirror glass cracked

Front both front headlight lenses opaque & poor pattern

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light indiactor lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

sill covers fitted obscuring some components

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 16 Dec 2019 143,422 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Central Front mirror glass cracked

Front both front headlight lenses opaque & poor pattern

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light indiactor lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

sill covers fitted obscuring some components

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 27 Nov 2018 126,497 miles

Front headlight lenses opaque

Nearside side repeater lens missing on mirror head

handbrake travel

slight oil leak

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 27 Nov 2018 126,497 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam bulb not fitted & retaining clip missing (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front headlight lenses opaque

Nearside side repeater lens missing on mirror head

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

handbrake travel

slight oil leak

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 12 Dec 2017 109,378 miles

Nearside Front fog light inoperative

Nearside Rear side light inoperative

both front headlight lenses opaque & pattern poor

front brake pads low

handbrake travel

nearside rear lamp assembly damaged

slight engine oil leak

under tray fitted obscuring some components

Fail 12 Dec 2017 109,378 miles

Nearside Front fog light inoperative

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Nearside Rear side light inoperative

both front headlight lenses opaque & pattern poor

front brake pads low

handbrake travel

nearside rear lamp assembly damaged

slight engine oil leak

under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 13 Dec 2016 90,174 miles

nearside front fog light inoperative

sill covers fitted unable to fully inspect sills

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 13 Dec 2016 90,174 miles

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

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

nearside front fog light inoperative

sill covers fitted unable to fully inspect sills

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 15 Dec 2015 71,014 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 68,391 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 65,596 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 60,239 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 29 Nov 2012 60,239 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 1 Dec 2011 53,202 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 30 Nov 2011 53,202 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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DG56 VHF is a 2006 Volvo V70 in Red with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 2006 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 104,440 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DG56 VHF, 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 20 years old, this Volvo V70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DG56 VHF registered?

DG56 VHF is a 2006 Volvo V70, first registered on 25 September 2006.

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