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GU11 WDS

2011 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

118,549 mi
Last recorded118,549 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Volvo V7091,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU11 WDS
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 118,549 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes are deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear exhaust box mount has snapped

Pass 15 Oct 2024 109,304 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 105,056 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 102,561 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 100,854 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 99,726 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2020 99,726 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 98,126 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2019 98,126 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Dec 2018 95,549 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 83,450 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 70,806 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 54,722 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 28,277 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 16,805 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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GU11 WDS is a 2011 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2011 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 91,852 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 GU11 WDS, 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 15 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 GU11 WDS registered?

GU11 WDS is a 2011 Volvo V70, first registered on 22 March 2011.

Is GU11 WDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU11 WDS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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