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FP02 GVC

2002 Volvo C70

Silver Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

128,374 mi
Last recorded128,374 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2015
Typical for 2002 Volvo C7077,814 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP02 GVC
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2015 128,374 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 12,520 miles

play detected in nearside steering rack

Fail 9 May 2012 125,192 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

play detected in nearside steering rack

Pass 11 May 2011 121,104 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 121,103 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 May 2010 112,598 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 112,598 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 106,201 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 96,566 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 96,566 miles

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

Rear Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 86,887 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2006 80,639 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 80,639 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 70,688 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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FP02 GVC is a 2002 Volvo C70 in Silver with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2002 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 77,814 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FP02 GVC, 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 24 years old, this Volvo C70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FP02 GVC registered?

FP02 GVC is a 2002 Volvo C70, first registered on 31 May 2002.

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