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GJ06 XBL

2006 Volvo V70

Green Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

136,917 mi
Last recorded136,917 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2015
Typical for 2006 Volvo V70104,440 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ06 XBL
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2015 136,917 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 136,917 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault dstc (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working marker lamp (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 3 Sep 2015 136,903 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage mirror (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' not directly in drivers view (8.3.1a)

oil leak

rear exhaust bracket has corroded \away

Pass 26 May 2014 115,638 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

dashboard warning indicates "anti-skid" requires service

offside rear tyre has slight sidewall damage

one rear exhaust hanger broken off of the exhaust

slight noise from nearside front wheel/bearing when rotated

Pass 4 Apr 2013 101,605 miles

Oil leak

front and rear brake discs are corroded slightly

Fail 18 Mar 2013 101,600 miles

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Oil leak

engine would not reach 80c as cooling fan on constantly

front and rear brake discs are corroded

n/s/f mirror cover is missing

Pass 24 Jun 2011 97,701 miles

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

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

nearside front fog lamp not working

nearside mirror casing missing

Fail 24 Jun 2011 97,701 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside front fog lamp not working

nearside mirror casing missing

Pass 8 Jun 2010 81,675 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2009 63,653 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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GJ06 XBL is a 2006 Volvo V70 in Green with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 GJ06 XBL, 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.

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GJ06 XBL is a 2006 Volvo V70, first registered on 27 March 2006.

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