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GD56 FCZ

2006 Volvo C70

Purple Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

27,092 mi
Last recorded27,092 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Volvo C7069,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD56 FCZ
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 27,092 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 25,154 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 23,923 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 22,141 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2022 22,141 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing One Wheel Nut Missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 20,612 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2020 19,149 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2019 18,838 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 17,635 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 16,554 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 15,028 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 14,340 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2014 14,314 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 14 Dec 2013 12,677 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 10,487 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 8,670 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 6,453 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 4,562 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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GD56 FCZ is a 2006 Volvo C70 in Purple with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GD56 FCZ, 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.

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What year was GD56 FCZ registered?

GD56 FCZ is a 2006 Volvo C70, first registered on 5 December 2006.

Is GD56 FCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD56 FCZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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