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C11 ALJ

2008 Volvo C70

Blue Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

73,493 mi
Last recorded73,493 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Volvo C7074,779 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC11 ALJ
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2023 73,493 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2023 73,493 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 71,328 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2019 71,328 miles

Nearside Front All outline marker lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 May 2018 68,199 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 66,487 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded & pitted surface breaking (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 May 2016 66,320 miles
Fail 21 May 2016 66,320 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 62,488 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 59,851 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 53,103 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 37,937 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 32,393 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 32,388 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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C11 ALJ is a 2008 Volvo C70 in Blue with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2008 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 74,779 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 C11 ALJ, 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 18 years old, this Volvo C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C11 ALJ registered?

C11 ALJ is a 2008 Volvo C70, first registered on 3 May 2008.

Is C11 ALJ safe to buy?

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