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BF51 HTU

2001 Volvo C70

Silver Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,394 mi
Last recorded46,394 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Volvo C7084,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF51 HTU
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 46,394 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

front tyres deterated

Pass 19 Aug 2016 44,608 miles

surface corrosion all brake discs

Fail 19 Aug 2016 44,608 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

surface corrosion all brake discs

Pass 30 Jun 2015 44,533 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 42,962 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 40,343 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 40,737 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 37,680 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 32,620 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 32,620 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 31,730 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 28,948 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 24,786 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 21,500 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 21,500 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Mar 2006 18,446 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo C70?

Based on 351,562 MOT tests across 21,746 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
4,929
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
21,746
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,186
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,456
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,364
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5,005
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,837
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BF51 HTU is a 2001 Volvo C70 in Silver with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 84,660 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo C70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF51 HTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C70 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Volvo C70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BF51 HTU registered?

BF51 HTU is a 2001 Volvo C70, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is BF51 HTU safe to buy?

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