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CU56 OVC

2006 Volvo C70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

104,310 mi
Last recorded104,310 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2022
Typical for 2006 Volvo C7069,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU56 OVC
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2022 104,310 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Sep 2022 104,249 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 0217 Tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2021 101,660 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 99,870 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 95,594 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 91,739 miles

Nearside Front Inner drive shaft joint gaiter split and leaking

Fail 13 Jul 2017 91,739 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner drive shaft joint gaiter split and leaking

Pass 11 Aug 2016 86,662 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 80,372 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 73,017 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 68,408 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 66,677 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise near side rear tyre on leagal limit

Pass 14 Sep 2011 63,549 miles

near side rear tyre balding on outer edge

Pass 17 Sep 2010 56,897 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 45,262 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 45,262 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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CU56 OVC is a 2006 Volvo C70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2006 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 69,578 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 CU56 OVC, 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 20 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 CU56 OVC registered?

CU56 OVC is a 2006 Volvo C70, first registered on 30 October 2006.

Is CU56 OVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU56 OVC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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