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N18 JYB

2007 Volvo XC70

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

63,357 mi
Last recorded63,357 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Volvo XC70101,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN18 JYB
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 63,357 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 62,036 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2025 62,032 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 59,473 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 56,599 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

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

handbrake travel long but operation okay

Fail 23 Feb 2023 56,599 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested ref bulb failure (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

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

handbrake travel long but operation okay

Pass 23 Feb 2022 54,932 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion at end (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion at end (1.1.11 (c))

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

handbrake lever travel slightly long but operation okay at time of test

Pass 24 Feb 2021 53,690 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 52,242 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 52,242 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn very low on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 47,899 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2019 47,899 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 45,092 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc faces corroded-borderline pass (3.5.1i)

emissions too clean on test to register

Pass 20 Feb 2017 41,207 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear 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 worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2016 38,521 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 38,497 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 37,151 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs rusty

rear brake discs rusty

Pass 17 Feb 2014 34,282 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs rusty

rear brake discs rusty

Pass 27 Feb 2013 32,897 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Mar 2012 31,561 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 31,561 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 30,173 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 27,597 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 27,597 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Volvo XC70?

Based on 361,836 MOT tests across 23,034 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,931
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
23,034
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 4,853
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,268
Registration plate lamp not working 3,654
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,754
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,697
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N18 JYB is a 2007 Volvo XC70 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2007 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 101,709 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 XC70 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 4,853 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N18 JYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC70 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 19 years old, this Volvo XC70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N18 JYB registered?

N18 JYB is a 2007 Volvo XC70, first registered on 27 March 2007.

Is N18 JYB safe to buy?

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