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FY13 PBU

2013 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

198,604 mi
Last recorded198,604 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Volvo V7082,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY13 PBU
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 198,604 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 192,422 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 179,649 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2024 179,649 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Apr 2023 164,725 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 153,643 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2022 153,643 miles

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2021 141,564 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2021 141,564 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2019 123,525 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 109,004 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 107,984 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 87,400 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 66,853 miles

Engine and underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection

N/s/r and O/s/r tyres wearing on inner tread

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Wipers smearing

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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FY13 PBU is a 2013 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2013 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 82,304 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FY13 PBU, 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 13 years old, this Volvo V70 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FY13 PBU registered?

FY13 PBU is a 2013 Volvo V70, first registered on 21 March 2013.

Is FY13 PBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY13 PBU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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