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NL61 ESN

2011 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

221,054 mi
Last recorded221,054 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2025
Typical for 2011 Volvo V7091,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL61 ESN
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2025 221,054 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 210,150 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2022 196,665 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2021 178,722 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 165,302 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

N/S FRONT SIDELIGHT?

Pass 1 Oct 2019 149,230 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 1 Oct 2019 149,230 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 135,662 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 122,639 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 112,440 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 104,535 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 90,432 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

no rear seats fitted at time of test

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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NL61 ESN is a 2011 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 1,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 NL61 ESN, 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.

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What year was NL61 ESN registered?

NL61 ESN is a 2011 Volvo V70, first registered on 5 September 2011.

Is NL61 ESN safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL61 ESN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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