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GIL 3174

2009 Volvo C70

White Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

31,648 mi
Last recorded31,648 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Volvo C7067,241 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIL 3174
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 31,648 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 30,752 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 29,730 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2023 29,730 miles

Offside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 28,676 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

underside of vehicle and suspension parts heavily under sealed

Pass 20 Nov 2021 27,850 miles

Engine Covers & Under Trays Fitted Obscuring Some Components

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 27,004 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2019 26,073 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 24,703 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 22,996 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 23 Nov 2016 20,471 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2016 20,471 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 18,182 miles

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

Fail 26 Nov 2015 18,182 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2014 16,591 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 15,670 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 14,282 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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GIL 3174 is a 2009 Volvo C70 in White with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Volvo C70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 67,241 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 GIL 3174, 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 17 years old, this Volvo C70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GIL 3174 registered?

GIL 3174 is a 2009 Volvo C70, first registered on 10 December 2009.

Is GIL 3174 safe to buy?

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