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GF56 WUV

2007 Volvo C70

Blue Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

54,397 mi
Last recorded54,397 miles
Recorded on25 May 2023
Typical for 2007 Volvo C7071,734 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF56 WUV
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2023 54,397 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres have perishing throughout tread and wear on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Apr 2023 54,389 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom arm, rear inner bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread at 3mm and perishing. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres perishing and wearing on inner edges. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 54,001 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres wearing badly on inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 52,228 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both bottom arms, rear inner bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both shocks damp. (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Feb 2021 52,221 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Light is on. (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both wipers. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both bottom arms, rear inner bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both shocks damp. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 51,005 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2020 51,005 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 49,434 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

surface corrosion to both front suspension arms

Pass 6 Feb 2018 48,289 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 46,790 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 5 Feb 2016 44,760 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 42,898 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 41,188 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 39,025 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2012 37,274 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2011 34,606 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 31,619 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

engine covers and undershielding in place

rear brake pads are very close to the limits of wear and the discs are worn

Pass 27 Jan 2010 31,619 miles

engine covers and undershielding in place

rear brake pads are very close to the limits of wear and the discs are worn

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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GF56 WUV is a 2007 Volvo C70 in Blue with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2007 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 71,734 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 GF56 WUV, 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 19 years old, this Volvo C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GF56 WUV registered?

GF56 WUV is a 2007 Volvo C70, first registered on 17 January 2007.

Is GF56 WUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF56 WUV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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