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FY55 VAM

2006 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

159,527 mi
Last recorded159,527 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Volvo V70104,440 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 VAM
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 159,527 miles

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

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

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

Fail 9 Jan 2026 159,527 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2025 153,093 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2025 153,093 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 141,792 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 123,616 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 123,614 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2022 107,462 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 96,570 miles

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2021 96,570 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 89,174 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 84,858 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 80,902 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 75,456 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 75,456 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Fail 30 Mar 2015 69,262 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

small bulge on outer sidewall on offside front tyre

small cut on outer sidewall bump strip on offside front tyre

Pass 30 Mar 2015 69,262 miles

small bulge on outer sidewall on offside front tyre

small cut on outer sidewall bump strip on offside front tyre

Pass 26 Mar 2014 63,081 miles

Rear wiper split.

TIME FOR REGULAR SERVICE displaying in dash info.

Pass 25 Mar 2013 56,914 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 48,335 miles

rear exhaust centre mount corroded but still suporting exhaust

Pass 24 Mar 2011 40,670 miles

centre exhaust mount showing corrosion

front discs showing lipping around edges

front pads wearing low

oil misting around power steering pump centre seal

rear drop links showing wear

rear tyres showing cuts in tread no cord showing

Fail 24 Mar 2011 40,670 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

centre exhaust mount showing corrosion

front discs showing lipping around edges

front pads wearing low

n/s/f tyre wearing low and showing tears in tread no cord showing

oil misting around power steering pump centre seal

rear drop links showing wear

rear tyres showing cuts in tread no cord showing

Pass 26 Mar 2010 333,797 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 33,672 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 26,897 miles

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

rear tyres worn on edges

Fail 26 Mar 2009 26,897 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

rear tyres worn on edges

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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FY55 VAM is a 2006 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 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 FY55 VAM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FY55 VAM?

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What year was FY55 VAM registered?

FY55 VAM is a 2006 Volvo V70, first registered on 13 February 2006.

Is FY55 VAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 VAM shows 26 tests with a 65.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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