2001 Volvo V70 2.4L Petrol · EA51 RBO
2001 Volvo V70 (2.4L, petrol). First registered 28 Sept 2001. Recorded mileage 183,358 miles. MOT expired on 05 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V70
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 05 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 183,358 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EA51 RBO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/10/2025
- 183,358 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EA51 RBO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Volvo V70 (EA51 RBO) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
EA51 RBO Mileage History
- 12/10/2022180,108 mi
- 18/10/2023181,017 mi+909 mi
- 29/10/2024182,267 mi+1,250 mi
- 04/11/2024182,305 mi+38 mi
- 14/10/2025183,358 mi+1,053 mi
Average of roughly 1,081 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volvo V70 (P2)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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VOLVO V70 Model Intelligence & Reliability
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- AW55 automatic gearbox wearSerious
Neglected fluid changes allow the five-speed auto to flare, bang into drive or feel reluctant once fully warmed through.
- Tailgate wiring and rear wash-wipe faultsModerate
Repeated tailgate movement can break the loom and washer pipework, bringing rear wiper failure, central-locking faults or water leaks into the boot area.
- Front suspension bush and top mount wearModerate
The V70’s weight and typical family use wear front bushes, links and top mounts steadily, leaving the estate clunky and vague.
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