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FEA 897

2007 Volvo V70

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

53,789 mi
Last recorded53,789 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Volvo V70103,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFEA 897
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 53,789 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2026 53,789 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2025 53,448 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 52,568 miles

Nearside Front Lower fog light not working

Pass 13 Mar 2023 52,032 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 51,054 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2022 51,030 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure system box bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower fog light not working

Pass 19 Mar 2021 50,476 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2020 50,269 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 48,982 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 46,763 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2018 46,752 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 43,951 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 40,336 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 37,281 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 34,109 miles

front and rear brake discs corroded

Pass 18 Dec 2012 32,324 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 30,620 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 28,994 miles

unable to detect a reading for smoke test

Pass 18 Jan 2010 26,285 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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FEA 897 is a 2007 Volvo V70 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2007 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 103,558 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 FEA 897, 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 19 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 FEA 897 registered?

FEA 897 is a 2007 Volvo V70, first registered on 11 January 2007.

Is FEA 897 safe to buy?

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