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RF13 WBU

2013 Volvo XC70

Silver Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

179,341 mi
Last recorded179,341 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volvo XC7074,833 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF13 WBU
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 179,341 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2026 179,341 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2025 167,730 miles

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

some oil dampness at base of engine

Fail 2 Jun 2025 167,730 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

some oil dampness at base of engine

Pass 20 May 2024 152,985 miles

nearside front outer cv gaiter deteriorating

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

oil dampness at engine

Fail 20 May 2024 152,985 miles

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

nearside front outer cv gaiter deteriorating

offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

oil dampness at engine

Pass 2 Jun 2023 142,023 miles

slight oil dampness

some wear to edges of front tyres

Pass 23 May 2022 123,858 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2021 107,048 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2020 90,342 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 6 Jun 2019 79,998 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 64,178 miles

both front tyres wearing low

Pass 8 Jun 2017 53,130 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 39,263 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 39,263 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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RF13 WBU is a 2013 Volvo XC70 in Silver with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2013 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 74,833 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 RF13 WBU, 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 13 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 RF13 WBU registered?

RF13 WBU is a 2013 Volvo XC70, first registered on 19 June 2013.

Is RF13 WBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF13 WBU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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