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BG56 LHL

2006 Volvo C70

Black Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

180,482 mi
Last recorded180,482 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2018
Typical for 2006 Volvo C7069,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 LHL
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2018 180,482 miles

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))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 151,567 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 149,229 miles

Nearside Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 128,587 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 111,168 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

n/s/r tyre out of shape on inner edge

Fail 25 Jul 2014 111,167 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

n/s/r tyre out of shape on inner edge

Pass 18 Jul 2013 108,371 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 102,803 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 99,303 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front & rear brake discs slightly worn

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Protective covers fitted to underside of vehicle & over outer sills restricting inspections of testable items/areas

Fail 24 Oct 2011 99,270 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front & rear brake discs slightly worn

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Protective covers fitted to underside of vehicle & over outer sills restricting inspections of testable items/areas

Pass 1 Nov 2010 93,403 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 69,398 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 Nov 2009 69,398 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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BG56 LHL is a 2006 Volvo C70 in Black with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2006 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 69,578 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 BG56 LHL, 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 20 years old, this Volvo C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BG56 LHL registered?

BG56 LHL is a 2006 Volvo C70, first registered on 18 November 2006.

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