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FX51 LEB

2001 Volvo V70

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

123,206 mi
Last recorded123,206 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2020
Typical for 2001 Volvo V70111,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 LEB
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2020 123,206 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

engine covers and vehicle undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Aug 2019 119,068 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 114,509 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 110,687 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 105,423 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2015 99,851 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2014 95,999 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2013 92,947 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 92,918 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 29 Sep 2012 90,454 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 87,574 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 85,612 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2010 85,612 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 81,418 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 77,474 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 73,866 miles

BOTH FRONT LOWER ARM BUSHES HAVE SLIGHT PLAY IN THEM.

Pass 9 Oct 2006 68,948 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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FX51 LEB is a 2001 Volvo V70 in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FX51 LEB, 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.

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What year was FX51 LEB registered?

FX51 LEB is a 2001 Volvo V70, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is FX51 LEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX51 LEB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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