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FL56 CWO

2006 Volvo V70

Gold Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

173,591 mi
Last recorded173,591 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2025
Typical for 2006 Volvo V70104,440 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL56 CWO
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2006
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Fail 22 Mar 2025 173,591 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel Handbrake lever has no reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements OSR - 100 - NSR - 90 (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front wipers not clearing effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Chip in screen

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both front headlamps deteriorating (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear wiper

Pass 11 Mar 2024 166,759 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 165,812 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 163,217 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 161,080 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 158,608 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 155,816 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2019 155,797 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 150,865 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 143,188 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 135,254 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2017 135,245 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front tyre worn inside face coil spring rubbing

Nearside Rear tyre smooth outer edge

Offside Rear tyre stepped

Pass 28 Jan 2016 127,789 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 121,680 miles

both front tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 19 Feb 2014 117,264 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 117,264 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2013 109,328 miles

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

n/s rear side lamp inop.

Pass 27 Feb 2012 101,798 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 96,505 miles

o/s wiper blade in poor condition

Pass 15 Jan 2010 91,618 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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FL56 CWO is a 2006 Volvo V70 in Gold with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FL56 CWO, 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 FL56 CWO registered?

FL56 CWO is a 2006 Volvo V70, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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