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EK05 FHC

2005 Volvo C70

Silver Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

94,455 mi
Last recorded94,455 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Volvo C7063,802 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK05 FHC
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2021 94,455 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 92,401 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 92,397 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 89,473 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2018 84,955 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Jul 2017 80,115 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 75,239 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

nails in both rear tyres

Pass 3 Jul 2015 66,859 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 61,478 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

nearside rear brake disc has some corrosion on outer face

Pass 28 Jun 2013 55,907 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 50,584 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 45,470 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 41,138 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 35,548 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 29,042 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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EK05 FHC is a 2005 Volvo C70 in Silver with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 EK05 FHC, 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 EK05 FHC registered?

EK05 FHC is a 2005 Volvo C70, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is EK05 FHC safe to buy?

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