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V7 DXC

2006 Volvo XC70

Silver Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

128,707 mi
Last recorded128,707 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Volvo XC70105,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV7 DXC
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 128,707 miles

cracks in front windscreen

front lower wishbone bushes splitting

Pass 1 Nov 2024 119,470 miles

Exhaust corroded

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 114,198 miles

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 10 Nov 2022 112,771 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2022 112,757 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 110,684 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2021 110,677 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both front (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 109,130 miles

both front headlights lenes starting to fade

Pass 11 Dec 2019 107,896 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 103,671 miles

both front headlight lenes fading - misting

Fail 12 Dec 2018 103,665 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault anti skid - abs warning indicator light on (1.6 (b))

both front headlight lenes fading - misting

handbrake travel high but not hitting stop

Pass 21 Nov 2017 99,760 miles

front and rear registration plates showing signs of deterioration

rear tyres on 2mm wearing close to legal limit

Fail 21 Nov 2017 99,760 miles

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

front and rear registration plates showing signs of deterioration

rear tyres on 2mm wearing close to legal limit

Pass 19 Dec 2016 93,924 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2016 93,924 miles

Front Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour Replaced n/s dipped beam bulb (1.7.6)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 86,787 miles

exhaust system corroded

plastic covers fitted to sills

Fail 10 Dec 2015 86,787 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

exhaust system corroded

plastic covers fitted to sills

Fail 15 Dec 2014 80,468 miles

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

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

Offside Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 80,468 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 72,220 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2013 72,220 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 64,152 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2011 57,800 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 46,752 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 35,850 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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V7 DXC is a 2006 Volvo XC70 in Silver with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

Across all 2006 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 105,810 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 V7 DXC, 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 20 years old, this Volvo XC70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V7 DXC registered?

V7 DXC is a 2006 Volvo XC70, first registered on 19 December 2006.

Is V7 DXC safe to buy?

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