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OU06 XZC

2006 Volvo XC70

Grey Petrol 2521cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

169,598 mi
Last recorded169,598 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Volvo XC70105,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU06 XZC
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,521cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 169,598 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 149,263 miles

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

Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 137,744 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 129,968 miles

exhaust very rusty

rear exhaust hanger broken

tyre valves cracking

underside very rusty

Pass 17 Jun 2019 128,438 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

fuel cap seal perishing

x1 exhaust hanger corroded away at rear

Fail 17 Jun 2019 128,438 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

fuel cap seal perishing

x1 exhaust hanger corroded away at rear

Pass 6 Jul 2018 126,397 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2017 124,082 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 124,082 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2016 113,227 miles

advise engine cover fitted

advise exhaust deteriorating

advise under tray fitted unable to fully inspect front

Fail 26 Jul 2016 113,227 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

advise engine cover fitted

advise exhaust deteriorating

advise under tray fitted unable to fully inspect front

Pass 31 Jul 2015 109,096 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Jul 2015 109,096 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise exhaust mount insecure

Pass 19 Aug 2014 103,375 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Aug 2014 103,375 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Aug 2013 91,083 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jul 2012 84,457 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 84,457 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 74,557 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 61,891 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 50,332 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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OU06 XZC is a 2006 Volvo XC70 in Grey with a 2,521cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2006 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 105,810 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 OU06 XZC, 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 20 years old, this Volvo XC70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OU06 XZC registered?

OU06 XZC is a 2006 Volvo XC70, first registered on 1 March 2006.

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