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GL51 DYT

2001 Volvo V70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

102,375 mi
Last recorded102,375 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Volvo V70111,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL51 DYT
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2017 102,375 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

slight oil leak

Pass 26 Jul 2016 98,862 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2015 92,221 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 84,068 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 84,066 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 78,040 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 21 Jul 2012 70,431 miles

both front brake hoses cracking

Fail 20 Jul 2012 70,431 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

both front brake hoses cracking

Pass 27 Jul 2011 65,107 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 65,106 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 56,767 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 47,686 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 39,996 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 32,889 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 32,889 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 27,939 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2005 23,517 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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GL51 DYT is a 2001 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GL51 DYT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL51 DYT registered?

GL51 DYT is a 2001 Volvo V70, first registered on 4 November 2001.

Is GL51 DYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL51 DYT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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