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EX56 KFJ

2006 Volvo V70

Red Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

205,921 mi
Last recorded205,921 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Volvo V70104,440 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX56 KFJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 205,921 miles
Fail 28 May 2026 205,921 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 May 2025 198,264 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2025 198,263 miles

Front Position lamp not working 2 (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect 2 (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 May 2024 189,970 miles

Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 24 May 2024 189,970 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 May 2023 183,771 miles

Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 May 2023 183,771 miles

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

Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2022 174,810 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 May 2022 174,810 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 167,549 miles

Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 159,350 miles
Fail 27 May 2020 159,350 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2019 147,825 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 137,780 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 126,941 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 118,680 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 95,911 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 86,956 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 76,075 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 65,345 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 58,372 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 47,956 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 34,190 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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EX56 KFJ is a 2006 Volvo V70 in Red with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KFJ, 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 EX56 KFJ registered?

EX56 KFJ is a 2006 Volvo V70, first registered on 15 September 2006.

Is EX56 KFJ safe to buy?

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