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GL06 UPR

2006 Volvo C70

Purple Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,936 mi
Last recorded101,936 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Volvo C7069,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL06 UPR
MakeVolvo
ModelC70
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 101,936 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 97,634 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 92,205 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 89,715 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2023 89,715 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 87,188 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 84,390 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2021 84,388 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 89,452 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2020 89,452 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 75,133 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2019 75,117 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2018 69,548 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Sep 2018 69,546 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 63,538 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2017 63,538 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 58,979 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edges

Pass 14 Apr 2015 52,752 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 47,769 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 44,144 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 38,135 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 35,199 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 28,540 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2009 22,350 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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GL06 UPR is a 2006 Volvo C70 in Purple with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GL06 UPR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GL06 UPR?

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What year was GL06 UPR registered?

GL06 UPR is a 2006 Volvo C70, first registered on 1 August 2006.

Is GL06 UPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL06 UPR shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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