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RV16 LZG

2016 Volvo V70

Grey Diesel 1969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

101,282 mi
Last recorded101,282 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Volvo V7057,696 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV16 LZG
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,969cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 101,282 miles

Central Front Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 94,037 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Central Front Lower Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 85,861 miles

Central Front Lower Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 78,647 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 70,612 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 59,814 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2020 53,592 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 43,055 miles

Under body covers fitted.

Fail 18 Mar 2019 43,054 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Under body covers fitted.

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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RV16 LZG is a 2016 Volvo V70 in Grey with a 1,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 57,696 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 RV16 LZG, 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 10 years old, this Volvo V70 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV16 LZG registered?

RV16 LZG is a 2016 Volvo V70, first registered on 15 April 2016.

Is RV16 LZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV16 LZG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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