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CU16 VYG

2016 Volvo XC70

Bronze Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,738 mi
Last recorded114,738 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Volvo XC7057,624 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU16 VYG
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2016
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 114,738 miles

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

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 7 Nov 2024 97,378 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 84,528 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2023 84,518 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to legal limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 69,801 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2022 69,801 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 56,698 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 47,000 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 38,320 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 27,905 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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CU16 VYG is a 2016 Volvo XC70 in Bronze with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 57,624 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 XC70 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 4,853 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CU16 VYG, 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 10 years old, this Volvo XC70 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CU16 VYG registered?

CU16 VYG is a 2016 Volvo XC70, first registered on 3 March 2016.

Is CU16 VYG safe to buy?

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