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EF55 NJU

2006 Volvo V70

Silver Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

63,418 mi
Last recorded63,418 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Volvo V70104,440 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF55 NJU
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 63,418 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 63,194 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fuel cap sealing ring deteriorated, but functioning as intended at time of test.

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust silencer outer casing corroded, but not considered excessive at time of test.

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 62,702 miles

Fuel cap sealing ring deteriorated, but functioning as intended at time of test.

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust silencer outer casing corroded, but not considered excessive at time of test.

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 60,660 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Exhaust box corroded but not leaking at time of test

Pass 23 Mar 2022 59,458 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 58,526 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Exhaust box corroded badly but not leaking

Pass 21 Jul 2020 57,999 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 57,956 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 55,146 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 53,805 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 51,817 miles

Rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 14 Mar 2016 48,689 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 46,304 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 41,363 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2012 37,162 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2011 32,680 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 28,258 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 22,258 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 19,108 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2008 19,108 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

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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EF55 NJU is a 2006 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 EF55 NJU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EF55 NJU registered?

EF55 NJU is a 2006 Volvo V70, first registered on 16 January 2006.

Is EF55 NJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF55 NJU shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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