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V553 XFE

2000 Volvo V70

Silver Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

210,651 mi
Last recorded210,651 miles
Recorded on27 May 2016
Typical for 2000 Volvo V70120,478 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV553 XFE
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2016 210,651 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 193,890 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 178,216 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 164,162 miles

Trailer electrical socket deteriorated but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Pass 26 May 2012 146,077 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 129,322 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 108,442 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 108,442 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 87,488 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 70,170 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jan 2007 58,333 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jan 2006 48,492 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2006 48,492 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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V553 XFE is a 2000 Volvo V70 in Silver with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2000 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 120,478 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 V553 XFE, 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 26 years old, this Volvo V70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V553 XFE registered?

V553 XFE is a 2000 Volvo V70, first registered on 31 January 2000.

Is V553 XFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V553 XFE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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