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YK13 SBU

2013 Volvo V70

Gold Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

104,698 mi
Last recorded104,698 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 2013 Volvo V7082,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK13 SBU
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2013
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2025 104,698 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2025 104,689 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2024 96,503 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 89,942 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2022 83,211 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 77,405 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2021 77,405 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 74,063 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 64,356 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 55,203 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s and o/s front and o/s rear tyres void of tread on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 42,688 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 31,711 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 31,711 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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YK13 SBU is a 2013 Volvo V70 in Gold with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YK13 SBU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK13 SBU registered?

YK13 SBU is a 2013 Volvo V70, first registered on 6 March 2013.

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