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G5 COT

2011 Volvo XC70

Red Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

170,132 mi
Last recorded170,132 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Volvo XC7084,684 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 COT
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 170,132 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2024 166,350 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Sep 2023 160,643 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2022 155,675 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2021 150,750 miles

sill covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Oct 2020 146,285 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2019 136,927 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear exhaust bracket broken

Fail 26 Jun 2019 136,927 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 24 Jul 2018 126,327 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2017 107,155 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 88,044 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 8 Jan 2015 59,448 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 41,676 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo XC70?

Based on 361,836 MOT tests across 23,034 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,931
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
23,034
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 4,853
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,268
Registration plate lamp not working 3,654
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,754
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,697
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G5 COT is a 2011 Volvo XC70 in Red with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 84,684 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo XC70 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 4,853 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G5 COT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC70 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 15 years old, this Volvo XC70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G5 COT registered?

G5 COT is a 2011 Volvo XC70, first registered on 16 May 2011.

Is G5 COT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G5 COT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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