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GL56 XBT

2007 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

228,981 mi
Last recorded228,981 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2018
Typical for 2007 Volvo V70103,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL56 XBT
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2018 228,981 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush. (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush. (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 22 Jan 2018 228,981 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush. (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush. (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 3 Jan 2017 214,498 miles

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

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 3 Jan 2017 214,497 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement REAR AS MARKED (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively X2 AEROBLADES (8.2.2)

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

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 200,236 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 183,664 miles

Offside rear tyre badly worn on inner shoulder

Pass 10 Jan 2014 164,234 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2013 142,743 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2013 142,740 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Fail 11 Jan 2012 124,932 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2012 124,932 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 102,279 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2010 76,563 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

front tyres wearing on inner shoulders

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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GL56 XBT is a 2007 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2007 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 103,558 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 GL56 XBT, 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 19 years old, this Volvo V70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GL56 XBT registered?

GL56 XBT is a 2007 Volvo V70, first registered on 27 January 2007.

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