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Y8 XJB

2001 Volvo V70

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

122,913 mi
Last recorded122,913 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2021
Typical for 2001 Volvo V70111,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY8 XJB
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2021 122,913 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 122,814 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 122,227 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 121,108 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 119,251 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

exhaust back box bracket broken not a reason for rejection at time of test

Pass 17 May 2016 115,886 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 115,886 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 113,297 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

slight play in offside inner steering ball joint

Pass 6 May 2014 110,771 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 107,112 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 102,749 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 102,749 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 May 2011 97,700 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 92,266 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 87,175 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 87,175 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2008 82,145 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 74,913 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 May 2006 63,997 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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Y8 XJB is a 2001 Volvo V70 in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2001 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 111,652 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 Y8 XJB, 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 25 years old, this Volvo V70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y8 XJB registered?

Y8 XJB is a 2001 Volvo V70, first registered on 24 May 2001.

Is Y8 XJB safe to buy?

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