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W188 XGC

2000 Volvo V70

Green Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

158,767 mi
Last recorded158,767 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2016
Typical for 2000 Volvo V70120,478 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW188 XGC
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2016 158,767 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Jun 2015 157,781 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

o s r tyre fethed on inside

Fail 2 Jun 2015 157,778 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

o s r tyre fethed on inside

Pass 27 May 2014 153,931 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 148,159 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 141,273 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 10 May 2012 141,273 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 132,492 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 132,442 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 123,538 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 113,865 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 103,999 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 88,395 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 76,292 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 76,292 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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W188 XGC is a 2000 Volvo V70 in Green with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 W188 XGC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W188 XGC registered?

W188 XGC is a 2000 Volvo V70, first registered on 28 April 2000.

Is W188 XGC safe to buy?

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