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C85 BTP

2005 Volvo C70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

61,807 mi
Last recorded61,807 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volvo C7063,802 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC85 BTP
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 61,807 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 59,448 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 55,662 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 50,777 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 47,594 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 46,083 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2021 46,083 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 45,826 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 45,145 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 17 Nov 2016 45,107 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2015 44,501 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 41,958 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 39,633 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 37,222 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 31,687 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 27,669 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 24,544 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2009 25,450 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front no plate has small crack

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 21,212 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 17,774 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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C85 BTP is a 2005 Volvo C70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 C85 BTP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C85 BTP registered?

C85 BTP is a 2005 Volvo C70, first registered on 6 January 2005.

Is C85 BTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C85 BTP shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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