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FF53 TER

2008 Volvo C70

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

208,213 mi
Last recorded208,213 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Volvo C7074,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFF53 TER
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2018 208,213 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 202,788 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2016 194,343 miles

slight play in rack

Pass 16 Sep 2015 182,101 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 154,524 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 154,524 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

rear number plate loose

Pass 7 Sep 2013 121,538 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 85,782 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2011 59,904 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2011 59,904 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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FF53 TER is a 2008 Volvo C70 in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 74,779 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 FF53 TER, 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 18 years old, this Volvo C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FF53 TER registered?

FF53 TER is a 2008 Volvo C70, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is FF53 TER safe to buy?

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