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SP07 SWU

2007 Volvo XC70

Green Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

98,637 mi
Last recorded98,637 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Volvo XC70101,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP07 SWU
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2007
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 98,637 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 97,769 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2024 97,762 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2023 96,686 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 95,803 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 95,189 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Aug 2021 95,185 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 94,418 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 93,581 miles

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

rear droplinks slightly worn

Pass 20 Aug 2018 91,037 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 88,238 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 88,238 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2016 84,113 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 79,269 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 73,812 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 67,968 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 61,234 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

exhaust middle brkt corroded through but system still supported

four-c service required warning light on dash

n/s/f repeater in wing mirror loose

Pass 6 Mar 2012 46,113 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 31,622 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 25 Mar 2011 31,622 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Mar 2010 23,719 miles

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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SP07 SWU is a 2007 Volvo XC70 in Green with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 SP07 SWU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SP07 SWU?

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What year was SP07 SWU registered?

SP07 SWU is a 2007 Volvo XC70, first registered on 30 March 2007.

Is SP07 SWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP07 SWU shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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