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BU61 ZKH

2011 Volvo C70

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

84,390 mi
Last recorded84,390 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Volvo C7060,644 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU61 ZKH
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 84,390 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2026 84,379 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 22 May 2025 83,445 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

slight perishing to both rear tyre inner edges

Fail 22 May 2025 83,445 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

slight perishing to both rear tyre inner edges

Pass 3 Jun 2024 78,058 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 74,002 miles

Nearside Front tyre wear on edges

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge 235 40r18

Fail 18 Sep 2023 73,971 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front tyre wear on edges

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge 235 40r18

Pass 24 Sep 2022 66,900 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2022 66,900 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 235/40r18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge replace soon (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 57,989 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 49,834 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 48,228 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Feb 2019 45,380 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Oct 2017 40,438 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2017 40,438 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2016 38,807 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 38,807 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported brake hose (3.6.B.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 37,777 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 31,937 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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BU61 ZKH is a 2011 Volvo C70 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2011 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 60,644 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BU61 ZKH, 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 15 years old, this Volvo C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BU61 ZKH registered?

BU61 ZKH is a 2011 Volvo C70, first registered on 5 September 2011.

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