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FX51 MDL

2001 Volvo V70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

169,723 mi
Last recorded169,723 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 Volvo V70111,652 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 MDL
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 169,723 miles

Offside Front inner steering arm has slight play

engine management light on dash

oil leak

Pass 10 Sep 2016 157,588 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 145,917 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 133,258 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 133,258 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 123,534 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 113,921 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 100,910 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 88,172 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 74,382 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 74,382 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 64,996 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 64,245 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 62,386 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 MDL is a 2001 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MDL, 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 FX51 MDL registered?

FX51 MDL is a 2001 Volvo V70, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is FX51 MDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX51 MDL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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