2001 Volvo V70 2.3L Petrol · GX51 PXC
2001 Volvo V70 (2.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Nov 2001. Recorded mileage 194,552 miles. MOT expired on 02 May 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V70
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 May 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 194,552 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GX51 PXC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/05/2025
- 194,552 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.
GX51 PXC 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 (GX51 PXC) between February 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 03 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
GX51 PXC Mileage History
- 12/02/2022182,090 mi
- 18/02/2023185,617 mi+3,527 mi
- 31/01/2024188,471 mi+2,854 mi
- 21/02/2025194,540 mi+6,069 mi
- 03/05/2025194,552 mi+12 mi
Average of roughly 3,870 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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- 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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