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VK13 XBO

2013 Volvo V70

Gold Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

118,194 mi
Last recorded118,194 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Volvo V7082,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK13 XBO
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2013
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 118,194 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

rear seats not in upright position time of test to allow full inspection of rear seat belts

Pass 27 Sep 2024 110,847 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 107,199 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 97,917 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 89,640 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 78,446 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 78,445 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2020 70,007 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2020 70,004 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2019 60,962 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 50,573 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 41,062 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 41,062 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 24,734 miles

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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VK13 XBO is a 2013 Volvo V70 in Gold with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2013 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 82,304 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 V70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK13 XBO, 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 13 years old, this Volvo V70 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VK13 XBO registered?

VK13 XBO is a 2013 Volvo V70, first registered on 8 May 2013.

Is VK13 XBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK13 XBO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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