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GF51 YXW

2001 Volvo V70

Gold Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

87,942 mi
Last recorded87,942 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 Volvo V70111,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 YXW
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 87,942 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2019 87,942 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2018 80,078 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 75,642 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 75,640 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 69,846 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 66,502 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 62,582 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 58,801 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 54,912 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 50,421 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2010 46,814 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 43,925 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 37,263 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 29,184 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2006 24,877 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2006 24,877 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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GF51 YXW is a 2001 Volvo V70 in Gold with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GF51 YXW, 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 GF51 YXW registered?

GF51 YXW is a 2001 Volvo V70, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is GF51 YXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF51 YXW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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