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2006 Volvo XC70 2.4L Diesel · OV06 NPO

OV06 NPO

2006 Volvo XC70 (2.4L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2006. Recorded mileage 179,798 miles. MOT valid until 16/06/2027. Taxed until 01/11/2026.

Make & Model
VOLVO XC70
Year / Origin
2006 · Oxford
MOT Status
Valid until 16/06/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/11/2026)
Recorded Mileage
179,798 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 16/06/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/11/2026
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2006
Engine
2401cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

This 2006 Volvo XC70 passed its MOT five days ago, but only after failing just two weeks earlier with a list of serious defects. The pass carried several advisories, meaning the underlying problems have not been fully resolved. The main pattern is deferred maintenance on the braking system. In 2025, corroded brake pipes and deteriorated hoses were noted. By 2026, the brakes had worn discs, pads below 1.5 mm, and a lagging service brake – a clear sign of neglect that has progressed. The front tyre was also illegal at the time of the fail. The other recurrent theme is corrosion: the nearside rear suspension mounting area has been flagged on both 2026 tests. While described as "not excessive" so far, this is a structural area that will only worsen with time. Paired with worn suspension bushes and a power steering seep, the car needs immediate mechanical attention. The mileage of 179,798 is typical for a 20-year-old car and does not suggest excessive wear by itself.

OV06 NPO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 25/05/2026
  • 179,798 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

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✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently
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OV06 NPO Mileage History

  1. 17/06/2024170,383 mi
  2. 16/06/2025175,821 mi+5,438 mi
  3. 18/06/2025175,821 mi
  4. 11/05/2026179,798 mi+3,977 mi
  5. 25/05/2026179,798 mi

Average of roughly 4,864 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

OV06 NPO MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Jun 2026, 15:59
MOT Analysis

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 2006 Volvo Xc70 (OV06 NPO) between June 2024 and May 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 25 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 20 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))”; “Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))”; “Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))”.

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