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GD51 HHW

2002 Volvo C70

Red Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

118,347 mi
Last recorded118,347 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2018
Typical for 2002 Volvo C7077,814 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD51 HHW
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2018 118,347 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 115,452 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Aug 2016 113,924 miles

Nearside play in steering rack inner joint

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 111,664 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 111,664 miles

Nearside Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 110,048 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 105,058 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 105,058 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Mar 2012 97,949 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 97,949 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 88,196 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 76,782 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 62,035 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 47,298 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 41,982 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 41,982 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Dec 2005 35,443 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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GD51 HHW is a 2002 Volvo C70 in Red with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 GD51 HHW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GD51 HHW registered?

GD51 HHW is a 2002 Volvo C70, first registered on 31 January 2002.

Is GD51 HHW safe to buy?

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