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GN16 BZU

2016 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 1969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

92,623 mi
Last recorded92,623 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Volvo V7057,696 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN16 BZU
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 92,623 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 81,217 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 72,030 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread letters fading (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread letters fading (0.1 (b))

wipers in a borderline condition

Pass 25 Jul 2023 63,547 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test permit moved up (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin wearing unevenly (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 55,605 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 41,614 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2020 34,006 miles

Engine cover and undertray fitted

Pass 9 May 2019 26,824 miles

Full top and bottom engine covers fitted to vehicle

Fail 9 May 2019 26,824 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Full top and bottom engine covers fitted to vehicle

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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GN16 BZU is a 2016 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 1,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 57,696 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 GN16 BZU, 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 10 years old, this Volvo V70 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GN16 BZU registered?

GN16 BZU is a 2016 Volvo V70, first registered on 5 May 2016.

Is GN16 BZU safe to buy?

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