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SL57 XKU

2007 Volvo XC70

Silver Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

191,426 mi
Last recorded191,426 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Volvo XC70101,709 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL57 XKU
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 191,426 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust corroded and rear mount broken

n/s/f brake caliper bolt cross threaded

rear brake back plates corroded

Fail 24 Feb 2026 191,426 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust corroded and rear mount broken

n/s/f brake caliper bolt cross threaded

rear brake back plates corroded

Pass 13 Mar 2025 184,822 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Mar 2025 184,821 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick lining come off pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 183,511 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 178,801 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 175,085 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 170,789 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 164,860 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 153,268 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 148,836 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 139,643 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 129,666 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 129,658 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2014 116,604 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2013 99,533 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2013 99,533 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2012 90,167 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 18 Nov 2011 75,779 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 57,880 miles

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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SL57 XKU is a 2007 Volvo XC70 in Silver with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2007 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 101,709 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SL57 XKU, 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 19 years old, this Volvo XC70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SL57 XKU registered?

SL57 XKU is a 2007 Volvo XC70, first registered on 22 November 2007.

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