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EX56 DVV

2006 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

121,595 mi
Last recorded121,595 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Volvo V70104,440 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX56 DVV
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 121,595 miles

parking brake reserve could be improved

Fail 7 Apr 2026 121,592 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

parking brake reserve could be improved

Pass 4 Mar 2025 116,848 miles

Parking brake reserve could be improved

Pass 29 Feb 2024 115,108 miles

parking brake reserve could be improved

Fail 29 Feb 2024 115,108 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

parking brake reserve could be improved

Pass 6 Jan 2023 109,676 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2023 109,676 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both sides (3.5 (a))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 103,896 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2022 103,894 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 100,086 miles

front brake pads 2/3 worn.

both front head lights slight diss-coloured.

both rear tyre valves perished.

engine under tray fitted unable to fully inspect.

Pass 9 Jul 2019 95,050 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 95,050 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2018 88,364 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 82,922 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 76,586 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 69,692 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 62,933 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 55,983 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 49,353 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 45,489 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 37,114 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 29,686 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 29,686 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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EX56 DVV is a 2006 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 EX56 DVV, 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 EX56 DVV registered?

EX56 DVV is a 2006 Volvo V70, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is EX56 DVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX56 DVV shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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