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GU51 TXV

2001 Volvo V70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

118,584 mi
Last recorded118,584 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2012
Typical for 2001 Volvo V70111,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 TXV
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2012 118,584 miles

nearside door mirror damaged

Fail 13 Dec 2012 118,571 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

nearside door mirror damaged

offside wiper blade in poor condition

Pass 13 Dec 2011 104,661 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 13 Dec 2011 104,661 miles

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 93,997 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 84,156 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 83,997 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 72,630 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 62,025 miles

front brake pads starting to get low.

near side front ,front lower arm front bush spliting and getting very soft.

Pass 2 Oct 2006 50,571 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 38,710 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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GU51 TXV is a 2001 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GU51 TXV, 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

How do I check the history of GU51 TXV?

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What year was GU51 TXV registered?

GU51 TXV is a 2001 Volvo V70, first registered on 15 September 2001.

Is GU51 TXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU51 TXV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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