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C11 GPB

2009 Volvo V70

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

78,073 mi
Last recorded78,073 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo V7097,007 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC11 GPB
MakeVolvo
ModelV70
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 78,073 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily scrubbed on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily scrubbed on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 Mar 2026 78,056 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily scrubbed on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily scrubbed on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 75,571 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))

Fail 19 Mar 2025 75,571 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 73,510 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 71,596 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 68,796 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall cut. (glued closed) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 65,058 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 9 Mar 2021 65,053 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 63,555 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2020 63,555 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2019 60,774 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 57,141 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all pads wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs lipped (3.5.1i)

Fail 2 May 2018 57,079 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/45W18 (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 51,559 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 May 2016 47,405 miles
Pass 4 May 2015 42,023 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 37,581 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 34,169 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 24,904 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 23,608 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 23,608 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Volvo V70?

Based on 1,930,508 MOT tests across 117,393 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
7,266
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,106
position lamp(s) not working 56,250
Registration plate lamp not working 44,172
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 35,659
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,149
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C11 GPB is a 2009 Volvo V70 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2009 Volvo V70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 97,007 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 V70 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C11 GPB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 17 years old, this Volvo V70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C11 GPB registered?

C11 GPB is a 2009 Volvo V70, first registered on 24 April 2009.

Is C11 GPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C11 GPB shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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