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51 RL

2013 Volvo XC70

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,677 mi
Last recorded108,677 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Volvo XC7074,833 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration51 RL
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 108,677 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2024 99,792 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view minor damage (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2024 99,746 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Emissions unable to be completed engine misfiring (8.2.2.2 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view minor damage (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 91,888 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 81,677 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 69,584 miles

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

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

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

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

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2021 69,584 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 55,809 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside side repeater lamp cracked

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 24 Oct 2019 44,662 miles

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 32,710 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on outer and inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 26,220 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 19,114 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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51 RL is a 2013 Volvo XC70 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 74,833 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 51 RL, 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 13 years old, this Volvo XC70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 51 RL registered?

51 RL is a 2013 Volvo XC70, first registered on 31 October 2013.

Is 51 RL safe to buy?

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