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FP51 KBO

2001 Volvo V70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

135,533 mi
Last recorded135,533 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2020
Typical for 2001 Volvo V70111,652 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 KBO
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2020 135,533 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2019 134,679 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2019 134,645 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 133,241 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 133,241 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2017 131,378 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Jul 2016 129,128 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 13 Jul 2016 129,128 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 22 Jul 2015 123,043 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Jul 2015 123,043 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 118,061 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 112,764 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 106,870 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2011 102,000 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2010 95,461 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 89,254 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 89,254 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 80,255 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 702,988 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 62,693 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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FP51 KBO is a 2001 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 111,652 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 FP51 KBO, 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 25 years old, this Volvo V70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP51 KBO registered?

FP51 KBO is a 2001 Volvo V70, first registered on 5 November 2001.

Is FP51 KBO safe to buy?

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