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NL61 XHX

2011 Volvo V70

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

138,765 mi
Last recorded138,765 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Volvo V7091,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL61 XHX
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 138,765 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2026 138,765 miles

Nearside Front Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 128,894 miles

all road 4 springs becoming corroded

Pass 5 Aug 2024 117,769 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2024 117,674 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 114,447 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 112,130 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 106,835 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2021 106,061 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 95,110 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 85,088 miles

Central Front Non obligatory mirror damaged Glass missing

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and worn inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2019 85,088 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central Front Non obligatory mirror damaged Glass missing

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and worn inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 73,906 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine covers sill covers and rear under trays fitted obscuring some components

slight damage to n/s/r light lens

Pass 27 Jul 2017 59,393 miles

Nearside Rear lens light lens slightly damaged and 1 bulb out

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear (2.4.G.2)

engine covers sill covers and rear under trays fitted obscuring some components

rear brake pads about threequaters worn still ok

Fail 27 Jul 2017 59,393 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear lens light lens slightly damaged and 1 bulb out

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear (2.4.G.2)

engine covers sill covers and rear under trays fitted obscuring some components

rear brake pads about threequaters worn still ok

Pass 18 Jul 2016 47,695 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 47,255 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 47,255 miles

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both front tyres inner side walls (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 May 2015 42,567 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 36,324 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 May 2014 36,324 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 XHX is a 2011 Volvo V70 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 NL61 XHX, 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

How do I check the history of NL61 XHX?

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What year was NL61 XHX registered?

NL61 XHX is a 2011 Volvo V70, first registered on 29 September 2011.

Is NL61 XHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL61 XHX shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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