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C70 RJG

2005 Volvo C70

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

18,299 mi
Last recorded18,299 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo C7063,802 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC70 RJG
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 18,299 miles
Fail 13 May 2026 18,299 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2025 17,356 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 16,373 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 15,763 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 15,760 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 May 2021 15,759 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slight play offside front steering arm inner joint

Pass 26 May 2020 15,758 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 15,733 miles

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

Offside Front slight play in steering rack arm inner joint

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 15,242 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 14,488 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 13,678 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 12,854 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 11,935 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 11,096 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 10,703 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 10,293 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 9,712 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 9,121 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 8,123 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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C70 RJG is a 2005 Volvo C70 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2005 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 63,802 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 C70 RJG, 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 21 years old, this Volvo C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C70 RJG registered?

C70 RJG is a 2005 Volvo C70, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is C70 RJG safe to buy?

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