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GR55 AJO

2006 Volvo V70

Silver Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

256,050 mi
Last recorded256,050 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2016
Typical for 2006 Volvo V70104,440 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR55 AJO
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2016 256,050 miles

Engine management light is on

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush Both side (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 238,534 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2014 238,534 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 217,056 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 203,742 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 203,742 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 27 May 2011 176,337 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres are wearing on the outer edge

handbrake has a lot of travel

Pass 26 May 2010 116,475 miles

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 65,921 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 65,921 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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)

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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GR55 AJO is a 2006 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GR55 AJO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GR55 AJO registered?

GR55 AJO is a 2006 Volvo V70, first registered on 31 January 2006.

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